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Minerality is one of wine’s most useful, and most misunderstood, tasting words. It is not about literally tasting rocks from the vineyard soil, but about freshness, tension, salinity, chalky texture...

Explore French wine beyond Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne. This guide looks at lesser-known regions and smarter-value styles, from South West France and Savoie to Bandol Rouge, Franche-Comté Pinot Noir and...

Organic, biodynamic and natural wines are often mentioned together, but they do not mean the same thing. Organic wine focuses on certified farming and production rules. Biodynamic wine goes further,...

A proper aperitivo sets the tone for the evening. In this guide, Jane Salt explores six classic aperitivo cocktails and serves, from Negroni to Kir Royale, with practical advice on...

Discover Michele's guide to Easter lunch wine pairings, from roast lamb and spring vegetables to lighter seasonal dishes, with practical tips on choosing bottles that feel fresh, versatile and celebration-ready.

An exploration of two of northern Italy’s most rewarding wine regions: Friuli for crisp, characterful whites and Alto Adige for refined, food-friendly reds. Michele Longari shares why these elegant, quietly...