Beaujolais still seems to me the biggest fine wine bargain around. And the newly released 2015 is an outstanding vintage.For me, these crus are taking the Gamay grape to incredible heights with silky, light cherry-ish wines of immense purity in youth. They also age and evolve surprisingly well into more savoury and layered wines. ...read
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10/11/16 17:41
My sherry amour: from a crisp Fino with olives to a rich Amontillado with cheese... and not forgetting 007 Roger Moore's amazing butt
02/11/16 17:44
Earlier this year, I had my photo taken next to Sir Roger Moore’s butt. Of sherry. It’s a beauty. These butts are giant 600-litre barrels of maturing sherry, which evolves during fractional blending. For their provenance, quality and age, there is simply no better value than sherry. ...read
Absolute sizzlers! Bonfire Night looms... time for bangers and a splash of something spicy, robust and red
28/10/16 12:21
For an all-round safe bet, southern France gets my vote, especially reds from the Rhône and Roussillon with their herby and peppery detonations. I’ve also found reds from northern Italy working splendidly with sausage casseroles, especially in tomato sauces. ...read
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