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Going green in the Bordeaux Hot 50
France’s most famous wine region has turned its ‘Everyday Bordeaux’ listing into a ‘Hot 50’. Read More
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Bank holiday rosé: Provence and beyond
He may not suit a pink shirt, but Peter Ranscombe has some rosé wine suggestions to brighten the weekend. Read More
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Albarino: how will lockdown affect the way wine is made?
Two very different vintages and two very different tastings demonstrate how the weather still plays a crucial role in winemaking, writes Peter Ranscom... Read More
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A sneak peek at Majestic Wine’s new range
One of Scotland’s favourite wine retailers has some exciting bottles arriving in its warehouses, as Peter Ranscombe reports. Read More
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Haud yer Wheesht: listen tae low-alcohol lockdown libations
Wanting to cut down on your alcohol intake during the lockdown and beyond? Peter Ranscombe has some suggestions. Read More
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Armchair exploring: Supporting South African wines
As South Africa lifts its ban on wine exports - again - Peter Ranscombe picks bottles to kick-start some armchair exploring. Read More
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Sauvignon blanc: New Zealand and beyond
To mark international sauvignon blanc day, Peter Ranscombe goes on a mission to find exciting examples from New Zealand and beyond. Read More
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Say ‘G’Day!’ to Yalumba’s viognier
It may hail from the Rhone, but viognier has found a new home in Australia, as Peter Ranscombe discovers. Read More
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James Hocking: Spreading some Cali sunshine during lockdown
Wine merchant James Hocking is bringing a splash of Cali sunshine and Cali wine into self isolation, writes Peter Ranscombe. Read More