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Dekantā reinforces Scotland and Japan’s strong whisky links
Peter Ranscombe samples the first single cask bottling from online retailer Dekantā, with Japanese whisky finished in a Port Ellen cask. Read More
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The taming of the screw: celebrating Jackson Estate’s 30th anniversary
Cork or screwcap? Peter Ranscombe explores how the two closures allow New Zealand sauvignon blanc to age. Read More
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Toasting English wine at Hotel du Vin
As English Wine Week draws to a close, Peter Ranscombe visits Hotel du Vin in Edinburgh to sample some of the wines produced south of the Border. Read More
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Wine to Dine – July 2018 – Berries
Drinks writer Peter Ranscombe picks five wines to go with berries. Read More
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Notebook – May 2018
Wine columnist Peter Ranscombe continues his occasional series of articles that delve into his notebook to report on some of the exciting wines he’s... Read More
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Hat’s off to Larry
Peter Ranscombe meets the man hailed as the godfather of New Zealand pinot noir, Larry McKenna. Read More
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There are wines from California to suit all budgets
As the Golden State trade tasting rolls into Edinburgh, Peter Ranscombe takes a sneak peak at some of California’s premium wines. Read More
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Finding delights among Kayra’s Turkish wines
Peter Ranscombe travels to Turkey to explore modern examples from an ancient wine-producing country. Read More
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New Zealand leads with lower-alcohol wines
Peter Ranscombe meets John Forrest, a pioneer of lower-alcohol wines, to taste his new bottles for Marks & Spencer. Read More