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Lockdown lamb II: Last-minute libations
As Maundy Thursday approaches, Peter Ranscombe picks wines from local stores and further afield to serve with your Easter lamb. Read More
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Cap Classique: Are these the world’s best-value bubbles?
Peter Ranscombe celebrates 50 years of South Africa's flagship sparkling wine. Read More
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There’s more to South Africa than pinotage and chenin
Two online wine tastings remind Peter Ranscombe about the diversity of South Africa's grapes. Read More
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Why it’s time to revisit Italy’s BIG red wines
Don’t fear the reaper – nor the tannins in full-bodied Italian reds, suggests Peter Ranscombe. Read More
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Could Rueda be the best wine to order in a restaurant?
Peter Ranscombe meets the white wine that can even go with lamb. Read More
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Why blending begins in the vineyard
Peter Ranscombe relives his sixth-year studies* chemistry lessons with a spot of online blending. Read More
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Classics and discoveries with The Wine Society
Spring's online wine tastings continue with bottles from a very special wine club, writes Peter Ranscombe. Read More
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The best sake and shochu for whisky fans
Japan’s brewed and distilled drinks have lots to offer Scotch lovers, as Peter Ranscombe finds out. Read More
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Tales of the unexpected from Aldi and Lidl
Peter Ranscombe discovers some surprises among the latest wines released by Lidl and Aldi. Read More