Nearly Noble Grape Varieties: Introduction

What are nearly noble grape varieties? In this post we'll explore that question and more...

Grape varieties: Syrah

Grape varieties: Syrah If you are a fan of Rhone wines it is likely that Syrah…

Grape varieties: Pinot Noir

In this post we explore the diva grape - Pinot Noir. Exploring its elegant red wines…

Grape varieties: Merlot

In this post we explore the perhaps underrated Merlot variety.

Grape varieties: Grenache

In this post we explore the ubiquitous, but relatively unknown Grenache grape, exploring its use in…

Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon If you full bodied red wines, you’ve likely come across Cabernet Sauvignon.…

Grape varieties: Riesling

In this post we explore Riesling. A journey of Petrol, Antifreeze and outstanding dry and sweet…

Grape varieties: Pinot Grigio

In this post we explore the popular Pinot Grigio grape variety.

Grape varieties: Sauvignon Blanc

In this post we explore the fresh and zingy Sauvignon Blanc grape.

Grapes Varieties: Chardonnay

In this post we explore the prolific Chardonnay grape.

About wine bottles

In this post we explore the wine bottle, sizes, shapes and why they are that way.

About corks

In this post we look at corks, different types, how they are made and what they…

Where wine is made

In this post we explore where in the world wine comes from and why.

The sweet wines of Tokaj, Hungary

In this post we explore the various methods of making a sweet Tokaj wine.

Romanian Wine: Carstelec Winery – a hidden gem?

In this post we explore the Carstelec winery asking is it a hidden gem in Romania?

Part four: Sparkling wine – The transfer method

In this post we explore the transfer method of making sparkling wine - a popular method…

Part three: Sparkling wine – The Asti / Dioise Method

In this post we explore the Asti / Dioise Method of making sparkling wine.

Part two: Sparkling wine – The tank / Charmat method

In this post we explore the tank method / Charmat method of producing sparkling wines, including…

Part one: Sparkling wine – the Traditional / Champagne Method

In this post we explore the traditional method of making sparkling wines, from Champagne to Cap…

Hungary: The Etyek Budai region

In this post we explore the Etyek Budai wine region in Hungary.