Wine

Tasting Notes – Chardonnay

Gone are the days of ABC – Anything But Chardonnay – and New Zealand Chardonnays are making a real splash on the international stage. At a tasting in London in early October the great wine critic Jancis Robinson declared NZ Chardonnays some of the best in the world...

From Rugby to Vineyards

A 30-Year Love Affair with Treviso Sir John Kirwan’s connection to Italy began three decades ago when he moved there to play and coach rugby. He settled in Treviso, a charming town in Northern Italy’s Veneto region. His wife was born there, his children grew up there,...

Organic Magic at Ash Ridge

Tucked away in the world-famous Bridge Pa Triangle wine-growing district of Hawke's Bay, Ash Ridge Winery stands as a shining example of what happens when passion meets sustainable stewardship. This boutique, family-owned estate—lovingly run by owner-operators Leith...
Discover Takapoto Estate

Discover Takapoto Estate

Nestled on the picturesque shores of Lake Karāpiro in the Waikato region near Cambridge, New Zealand, Takapoto Estate is much more than a boutique vineyard. Spanning 600 acres of rolling, terraced landscape, this sprawling property serves as an extraordinary...

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Spanish Wine Tasting

Spanish Wine Tasting

Event Summary of October TastingMoristel is one of the world's rarest grapes - it grows only in a tiny region of the Pyrennes. This Principio suggests smokey-woodsy red fruits, light charred chestnut leaves and fine sour cherry/dried cranberry.Godelia Viernes Godelo -...

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Wine Tasting – busting the myths

Wine Tasting – busting the myths

... and explaining the etiquetteGuest Blog Post by Carlene WilsonPeople often tell me they know nothing about wine. Or that all they can think about when they taste a wine is if they like it or not. Or that it tastes of grapes! Wine tasting can seem like an...

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What’s all the fuss about natural wines?

What’s all the fuss about natural wines?

Guest Blog Post by Carlene WilsonEverybody seems to be talking about natural wines and there are suddenly huge numbers available. There are speciality websites and stores and new sections appearing on wine lists. So what are they – what makes natural wines so damn...

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Wine Tasting Tips – Whites

Wine Tasting Tips – Whites

White wine varieties offer a fascinating array of flavors, aromas, and textures that can entertain us for many years of discovery. Each type of white wine has its own unique characteristics, influenced by the grape variety, the region where it is grown, and the...

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Wine and Food – a great pairing

Wine and Food – a great pairing

The delightful pairing of wine and food is an art form that enhances our dining experiences and elevates the flavors of both. When it comes to wine, the choices are abundant, and the right selection can transform a simple meal into a culinary masterpiece. Let’s embark...

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