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
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 -...
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...
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...
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...
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...






