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12 wines of Christmas: California
Peter Ranscombe begins his journey through the 12 wines of Christmas with Marimar Estate in California. Read More
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Wine to Dine – January 2021 – The Seafood Shack
Scottish Field wine columnist Peter Ranscombe reels in five bottles that will make a splash with seafood. Read More
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Alexander Wines serves up Christmas with a twist
Peter Ranscombe pops the corks on some exciting alternative festive choices. Read More
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Acceptable in the 80s: Errazuriz’s cabernet
Peter Ranscombe climbs back into his vinous time machine to join a virtual 'vertical' tasting of wines from Chile. Read More
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Do wine glass shapes affect taste?
Peter Ranscombe sticks his snout into various shapes of glasses to see if they affect the smell and the taste of popular wines. Read More
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What does wine taste like in a cardboard bottle?
Peter Ranscombe puts a wine that comes in innovative packaging through its paces. Read More
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Paul Wedgwood proves prosecco’s pairing prowess
Two online tastings prompt Peter Ranscombe to muse on how well Italian sparkling wine can match to food. Read More
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Four of the best wines for game
Peter Ranscombe catches up with Glasgow wine merchant Séverine Sloboda for some recommendations to go with game. Read More
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Why buying wine can also mean planting trees
A new project that links buying wine to planting trees has got Peter Ranscombe pondering the environment. Read More