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What is claret wine?
Tied to Britain's long-standing love affair with the wines of Bordeaux...
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Wine with salmon: Ideas for great pairings
See top tips and wine recommendations by our experts...
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Great wines to drink with lamb: Inspiration for a perfect pairing
Key styles to try and recent reviews by our experts...
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Wine with turkey: A food pairing guide
Be wary of too much tannin, but acidity is your friend...
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Tips on how to navigate your local independent wine merchant
It's easier than you think, and it supports local businesses...
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Raise a glass to Spain’s flagship grape this International Tempranillo Day
Be tempted by Tempranillo this November...
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International Merlot Day: Why Merlot still dominates despite its Sideways reputation
Merlot is often considered a lesser blending companion to other varieties...
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Celebrating the changing fortune of the former ‘ugly sister’ grape this International Carignan Day
A grape of many names...
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The curious case of Carmenère in Italy
A forgotten grape; a curious tale...
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‘Putting the Pinot into Pinotage’ this International Pinotage Day
South Africa's 'marmite' grape...
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Decanter Cellar: 20 of the best Cabernet Sauvignons
It's the king of the world...
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What is Fumé Blanc?
What is Fumé Blanc and how does it differ from Sauvignon Blanc...
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Champagne and Prosecco: What’s the difference?
Not all sparkling wines are created equal…
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Does a wine bottle punt mean better quality?
Is an indented bottom desirable – in your wine bottle..?
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Peking duck and wine pairing
Why you shouldn't go for Pinot Noir...
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Corkage: A collector’s code of conduct
Should you bring your own wines when going out to dinner?
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What is Cannonau?
The Sardinian name for a widely planted red wine grape variety...
