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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

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This is not just wine… this is a first look at M&S’s £5 range

Peter Ranscombe relives his youth as he dips into Marks & Spencer’s latest releases. Read More

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Make mine a half: small bottles to avoid lockdown largess

Looking to lower your isolation libations? Peter Ranscombe picks half bottles to help. Read More

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Armchair exploring: Returning to Romania with Cramele Recas

Restrictions on movement present an ideal opportunity for Peter Ranscombe to return to Romania's native varieties and great-value wines. Read More

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The Eyre affair: Why there’s nothing plain about Jane’s wine

Peter Ranscombe joins specialist retailer Honest Grapes to see if a former Australian hairdresser's French wines can 'cut it'. Read More

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An odyssey through Italy’s indigenous grapes – via Zoom

Falanghina, montepulciano and passerina all featured in the latest online tastings attended by drinks blogger Peter Ranscombe. Read More

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Georgia on my mind: wines for lockdown armchair explorers

Being stuck at home is the perfect time to try wines from Georgia, writes Peter Ranscombe. Read More