In last week’s Chile trip we were lucky to see some incredible vineyards. One of the most spectacular was Vina Falernia’s high altitude Huanta vineyard, at 2000 m. It’s practically…
Greywacke, the aromatics – exciting new wines from New Zealand
A few weeks back I reported on the lovely Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc, from Kevin Judd. Now I’ve had the chance to taste his ‘aromatics’: the term used in New Zealand…
Photos of fynbos
On my recent trip to South Africa I was really taken by the fynbos, the native vegetation of the Western Cape. From a distance it looks like Mediterranean scrubland, but…
Making coffee: my new toy
I’m not a coffee geek. But I am interested in coffee, although I know there’s a great deal to learn about the subject (including some juicy flavour chemistry). I’ve just…
Gatti Lorenzo Raboso – something a little different
One thing I love about the world of wine is its diversity. Here’s an Italian wine that stretches the boundaries of that diversity, and I love it. Gatti Lorenzo Raboso…
Two high-end southern French reds
The south of France, with its varying appellations, was one of the first wine regions that I fell in love with. I still retain an affection for the likes of…
Iona Sauvignon: one of South Africa’s best
One of the many highlights of my recent South African trip was a visit to the cool-climate region of Elgin, where we were hosted by Andrew and Rozy Gunn at…
Rosie’s new arrival
I arrived back from Chile this morning to find out that Rosie The Labradoodle had given birth at 0815. Just one puppy – a girl, and she looks like she’ll…
Some thoughts on Chile
I’m now on my way home from what has been one of the most enjoyable and interesting press trips that I have been on. So, stuck here delayed in Buenos…