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Why I’m feeling good about Feel Good Grapes

A new online retailer run by award-winning blogger Mike Turner is demystifying sustainable bottles, writes Peter Ranscombe. Read More

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Five of the best from Lidl’s latest wine tour

Head to Italy is Peter Ranscombe’s advice when it comes to the German supermarket’s latest summer special offer. Read More

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Down on the farm: Virgin Wines backs wellbeing charity

As Mental Health Awareness Week draws to a close, Peter Ranscombe toasts Virgin Wines’ ongoing partnership with care charity Growing Well by tasting... Read More

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Lifting the vale: Searching for grenache outside McLaren Vale

Peter Ranscombe indulges his passion for grenache by looking beyond exciting examples in Australia, France, South Africa and Spain. Read More

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Travelling La Route des Grands Crus with Chateau de Pommard

Online wine tastings are elevated to a whole new level with grand cru wines from Burgundy, says Peter Ranscombe. Read More

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Spanish experiments with sauvignon blanc

Creativity is at the heart of good winemaking - and self-confessed science geek Peter Ranscombe never turns down the chance to lift the lid and look a... Read More

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Louis Latour looks beyond Burgundy for promising pinot

With the price of making wine in Burgundy continuing to rise, Peter Ranscombe finds out why one producer is turning to other regions. Read More

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These bottles will sing alongside Radio 1’s Big Weekend

This summer’s virtual music festivals mean you won’t have to make do with warm rosé from the bar or that dodgy carton of sangria you smuggled ins... Read More

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Visit vineyards without leaving lockdown

Getting itchy to take part in some wine tourism? Peter Ranscombe picks online wine excursions to give you a vinous kick while you #stayathome. Read More