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Darren Smith

Darren Smith is a wine writer and nomadic winemaker. He launched his wine label, The Finest Wines Available to Humanity, in 2020. For more information visit www.tfwath.com

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Exploring Fuerteventura: From volcanic landscapes to the island’s wine renaissance

A 'keeper of secrets'...

By Darren Smith Last updated 16 February 26
Domaine Bourdy: Producer profile and nine wines tasted

An historic Jura producer which continues to drive onwards...

By Darren Smith Published 10 February 24
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Study names two new grapes for wine production...

By Darren Smith Last updated 13 April 23
Catalonia’s exciting winemakers: the 14 names and wines to know

14 names pushing winemaking boundaries, by Darren Smith...

By Darren Smith Published 25 February 23
Exploring the potential of País in Chile plus 10 top bottles to seek out

Exploring a renewed appreciation for País...

By Darren Smith Published 19 September 22
Georgia: Top three destinations for wine lovers

Your travel guide to a country steeped in winemaking history...

By Darren Smith Published 30 May 22

What is Porto Garrafeira? Ask Decanter

Discover this rare Port style

By Darren Smith Published 29 March 22
Nomad winemaker: Why I make wine in Spain

The nomadic nature of my project dictates that I am always on the move, but Spain is a country that I will keep coming back to...

By Darren Smith Published 10 February 22
Unfortified Jerez wines: 12 top Palominos worth seeking out

The revitalisation of the region’s traditional still Palominos...

By Darren Smith Published 29 November 21
10 great Spanish winemakers you need to know

Meet the new wave of Spanish winemakers

By Darren Smith Last updated 22 October 20