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Tasting wines at home – from a merchant helping NHS heroes
Peter Ranscombe joins master of wine Rose Murray Brown for her latest online tasting, featuring bottles from De Burgh Wine Merchants. Read More
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Malbec and beyond with Terrazas de los Andes
Argentina may be famous for its malbec but it's not the only grape in town, writes Peter Ranscombe. Read More
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A taste of the future in Bordeaux
Weird and wonderful newcomers could soon join familiar names like cabernet sauvignon and merlot on Bordeaux’s roster of grape varieties, writes Pete... Read More
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Never dismiss the land between the rivers
In the second of three articles about Bordeaux, Peter Ranscombe praises a selection of organic white wines from one of its overlooked areas. Read More
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It’s Bordeaux, but like you’ve never seen it before
Before the lockdown, Peter Ranscombe travelled to Bordeaux to visit winemakers who are caring for the environment as well as their vines. Read More
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Small Beer could make a big difference during lockdown
Looking for a lighter lockdown libation? Peter Ranscombe may just have found the solution, courtesy of Small Beer. Read More
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Six of the best from the new Wine Line Glasgow website
Making the Covid-19 switch from wholesale into retail gives consumers access to Alexander Wines’ exciting selection, says Peter Ranscombe. Read More
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How one wine firm helps hospitality heroes in the lockdown
Peter Ranscombe reviews six bottles from Berkmann, a wine wholesaler that's donating cash to help the hospitality trade. Read More
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Lockdown lamb: Five online ideas for wine pairings
As Holy Week continues, Peter Ranscombe picks five bottles to go with your Easter feast. Read More