Sitting waiting for my appointment at the dentist. I worry about my teeth because I’m tasting so much wine. Getting teeth fixed is expensive and uncomfortable, and I’d quite like…
An old Madeira at the Waitrose press tasting
After finishing off some admin duties and walking the dog, I headed into town for the Waitrose press tasting. For the benefit of overseas readers, let me explain that Waitrose…
A wonderful Gravner lunch
I spent the morning filming undercover with the BBC (which was very exciting; I’ll tell you more when I can), before heading over to Aspinall’s on Curzon Street for an…
Wine closures in the The Wall Street Journal
Coincidentally, the day after I returned from Planet Zebulon, where I’d been visiting Nomacorc’s headquarters, The Wall Street Journal ran a feature on the way synthetic corks and screwcaps have…
Politics
Just two days to go to the UK general election. I’ve already voted (postal vote), but I’m not going to tell you who I voted for. Look, I’m very happy…
Video: Felton Road, Central Otago
Drinking the Cornish Point over the last couple of nights has prompted me to write up my visit to Felton Road, which is here on the main wineanorak site. I’ve…
World class Kiwi Pinot: Felton Road Cornish Point
Very much enjoying this wine. It’s a serious Pinot Noir from Central Otago’s most famous winery, Felton Road. I visited in February, and all the hype you hear about this…
Three serious Sauvignons: Chile, Bordeaux, New Zealand
I reckon the average quality of Sauvignon Blanc is improving all the time. Here are three serious examples from across the globe, all of which are a bit different, but…
Bank holiday weekend
As it’s bank holiday. older son is back from boarding school for the weekend. It can be complicated with both boys at home – they have lots of energy, and…