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Lifestyle & Opinion
Read lifestyle contributions and opinion pieces from wine writers and professionals. Thought provoking content from around the world of wine
The best dessert wines to try this Christmas
Lifestyle & Opinion
What are the best dessert wines to try? Aside from mixing a port with lemonade on Christmas afternoon (please don’t judge me) I’m not sure...
Raise a toast to Pinot Noir on 18th August
Lifestyle & Opinion
International Pinot Noir day falls on the 18th August each year. Rebecca Pitcairn is eager to raise a toast to her favourite grape with five wines that showcase...
Food and Wine for Easter, My Top Picks
Lifestyle & Opinion
Choosing wine for Easter doesn’t need to be complicated, but it’s worth giving it a bit of thought. It’s usually a familiar kind of meal....
Celebrating three amazing Women in Wine
Lifestyle & Opinion
This year, International Women’s Day is on March 8. We're celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of three women in...
Try January, a Wine Journey of Discovery
Lifestyle & Opinion
Who came up with the idea of New Year Resolutions? Undoubtedly a puritanical killjoy. As January begins I'm doing try January, not dry January. The...
Burns Night, Red Wine and Haggis
Lifestyle & Opinion
What should you drink on Burns Night? Whisky is the obvious choice, but why not consider a vinous alternative. While the primary goal of my MidWeek Wines...
The French Paradox, a guide to eating and drinking better
Lifestyle & Opinion
Are you doing dry January? The French Paradox may change your mind. Congratulations to you if you're starting the month with the best intentions....
Rioja Isn’t One Wine: Six Styles to Discover
Lifestyle & Opinion
Say Rioja and many people picture a red wine with vanilla, spice and the flavour of oak. That is Rioja, but it is only one part of it. Taste across the...
8 Wines for Christmas Lunch
Lifestyle & Opinion
Christmas is one of the few occasions when we might open several different bottles over the course of a meal. It's also a good excuse to bring out something a...