After receiving a 5-0 FIFA thrashing and subsequently having to post a public Facebook apology, I presented everyone with a bottle of Gran Villa, Navarra.
Tag: Wine
Grigio Girls: A Gaga Venture
As I have mentioned so many times already, Wined Up is all about making wine accessible for the everyday person. The person who wants to know a bit more about wine but might have stayed away from it in the past because of lack of confidence or embarrassment when asking a ‘silly' question. I was … Continue reading Grigio Girls: A Gaga Venture
Punto Final Malbec 2015, Argentina: Turn up the heat
On a recent frosty Friday night after work, we were on the hunt for one thing: spice.
Be my Anti-Valentine: White’s Bay 2015 Sauvignon Blanc
Here's our guide to a great Valentine’s Day meal; without a hint of pink.
Stick your nose in…
For beginners, wine just smells of… well, wine. But I promise you; people who claim to smell notes of melon, black pepper, apple and freshly cut grass in their glass of Sauvignon Blanc aren’t bullshitting.
Champagne for the Masses: A guide to affordable Champers
Note: This will be one of the few times we snub the convenience factor but, in this case, it is worth it...
The Revolution will be Bottled or on Draught!
Beer! Glorious beer! What a revival the beer industry has had. It’s amazing to see all of these independent breweries popping up and challenging what we know about the beer industry.
Domaine de Coyeux 2007 Muscat de Beaumes de Venise: The sweet stuff
In a world that seems to be going fucking mad (profanity entirely necessary), it pays to find moments of happiness and clarity. And one fact is abundantly clear: life is infinitely better with wine and chocolate.
Primarius Pinot Noir, Oregon 2011: Pinot with a pal
When someone mentions the USA what do you think of? Although it's hard, put aside the politics for now and think about the Pinot...
Terrestrial TV & The ‘Changing’ Audience
Normally, the only wine segment typically shown on TV is during Saturday Kitchen, or something similar, when someone is walking down an aisle in Waitrose or Majestic.
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