by Darren | Feb 7, 2025 | Italy, Wine
Nestled in the northwest corner of Italy, Piedmont, or “Piemonte” in Italian, is a region renowned for its exceptional wines and picturesque landscapes. The name “Piedmont” translates to “at the foot of the mountains,” aptly...
by Darren | Feb 1, 2025 | Wine
Renowned for his culinary prowess and relentless pursuit of excellence, Gordon Ramsay has expanded his passion for food and flavour into the world of winemaking. Partnering with acclaimed winemaker Alberto Antonini, Ramsay has curated a collection of wines that...
by Darren | Jan 23, 2025 | Wine
Located in the breathtaking Breede River Valley, just ten kilometres from the town of Robertson, Graham Beck is synonymous with exceptional sparkling wines. The estate, established in 1983 by the visionary Graham Beck, has become a cornerstone of South Africa’s...
by Darren | Jan 16, 2025 | South Africa, Wine
“TRY JANUARY TAKES YOU TO JOURNEY’S END” Situated in the picturesque Stellenbosch wine region, Journey’s End Vineyards is a testament to the harmonious blend of tradition and modernity. Nestled among the Schapenberg hills, the estate benefits from the...
by Darren | Jan 10, 2025 | South Africa, Uncategorized, Wine
Try January: Spier Wine Farm As the new year begins, many of us are looking for ways to reset and refresh our habits. While “Dry January” has become a popular trend, there’s another approach that allows you to enjoy the pleasures of wine...
by Darren | Jan 3, 2025 | Lo/No, Uncategorized, Wine
Tasting is Bollieving When I got the call from Gary Read, CEO at Bolle inviting me to a personal one-to-one tasting of his new sparkling wines I was intrigued. The NOLO category is rapidly growing with increases in sales and consumer demand. Many people are becoming...
