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10th January 2017

W&W 2016 vintage report

Global wine production is estimated to be down 5% from last year and much of Europe was marked by adverse climatic conditions. But despite the various challenges, the overall impression of harvest 2016 is one of good – and sometimes even excellent – quality. We’ve spoken to a selection of our producers to hear their thoughts on the vintage… France The 2016 harvest was certainly not an easy one in France and production is significantly lower than average, making it one of the smallest harvests in the country...

19th December 2016

in Events

by Jessica Broadbent

Walker & Wodehouse London Spring Tasting 2017

Join us for our annual spring tasting where we will be showcasing 100 favourites from the Walker & Wodehouse portfolio. You will also have the chance to chat with established winemakers from across the globe – stay tuned to find out who will be attending in the New Year! Highlights of the tasting will include: • Brilliant Bubbles • Spring Whites • New to W&W • Exclusive Suppliers • Spring Promotions • Fine Wine • Spirits When 7 March 2017 From: 11 am - 4 pm Where Carousel, 71 Blandford St, Marylebone, London W1U 8AB To RSVP please contact the Events...

Attendees at Walke and Wodehouse tasting

19th December 2016

in Events

by Jessica Broadbent

All Points North – Walker & Wodehouse Spring Tasting with Hatch Mansfield

This year Walker & Wodehouse are teaming up with Hatch Mansfield for the All Points North tasting to showcase an extensive range of some favourites from the portfolio. Highlights of the Walker & Wodehouse stands will include: • Brilliant Bubbles • Spring Whites • New to W&W • Exclusive Suppliers • Spring Promotions • Fine Wine • Spirits When 6 March 2017 From: 10 am - 5 pm Where The Balmoral Hotel, 1 Princes St, Edinburgh EH2 2EQ To RSVP please contact the Events Team at events@walkerwodehousewines.com....

19th December 2016

in Events

by Jessica Broadbent

Walker & Wodehouse Oyster Masterclass & Dinner at The Globe Tavern

A special Oyster Masterclass hosted by Tom Haward, son of renowned 7th generation oysterman Richard Haward. This will be followed by a spectacular feasting menu at The Globe Tavern, curated by Head Chef Luke Hawkins. When 31 January 2017 Arrival: 5.30pm Where The Globe Tavern, 8 Bedale St, London SE1 9AL Please note this is invitation only. Contact the Events Team at events@bibendum-wine.co.uk with any queries....

15th December 2016

in Market trends

by Jessica Broadbent

Let’s talk tawny

It doesn’t get more traditional than port, especially at this festive time of year. And we’ve been witnessing a growing appreciation for this delicious fortified wine due to the range of styles it offers and it’s suitability for a host of drinking occasions. Evidence of this is the excellent growth it has enjoyed over the past five years. In 2010 the category was worth £56m and has grown to an impressive £67m today. The UK is the fifth largest export market for port, and the largest...

13th December 2016

in Quiz

by Jessica Broadbent

Portugal Quiz

With the days getting colder and the festive season upon us, there’s no better time to revisit Portugal and its delicious fortified wines. But how much do you really know about this country and port? Take our quiz to find out – and stand a chance to win! Loading Portugal var QuizWorks = window.QuizWorks || []; ...

Joe Fattorini and Derek from Garage Wine Co.

13th December 2016

in Out and About, Producer Stories

by Jessica Broadbent

When Joe met Derek

Garage Wine Co is different to the big, established companies that dominate the Chilean market. Their hand-crafted, artisan wines are produced from grapes purchased from small growers in the Maipo and Maule valleys. Following on from the 2010 earthquake that ravaged much of Chile, Garage has helped many growers to restore their vineyards and showed them how to make (and sell) brilliant wines to drinkers as far away as the UK. Joe Fattorini talks to Derek Mossman Knapp from Garage Wine Co. about traditional grape growing in the Maule...

29th November 2016

in Promotions

by Jessica Broadbent

Stylish Australians

Grape growers to winemakers is a familiar story in the land of Oz, but here’s a winery that’s definitely worthy of your attention. The Swinney property in Frankland River was established in 1922, and has long provided high quality fruit to many of Western Australia’s top wineries. In the last decade, fourth generation Matt Swinney established the Swinney label, with a concise range of four wines featuring Shiraz and Riesling, and complemented by two tri-varietal blends. Ranked in James Halliday’s Top Ten new wineries of 2015, Swinney...

28th November 2016

in Promotions

by Jessica Broadbent

Twelve Drinks of Christmas

With just three and a bit weeks to go until Christmas there’s not much time for planning your Christmas festivities. So we’ve put together the 12 Drinks of Christmas, a great cross-section of wines, beers and spirits that will work for a whole host of holiday occasions. You'll find the 12 Drinks on page 29 of our Christmas brochure, and here are some of our top tips for Christmas drinking whether it’s Christmas Eve dinner, Boxing Day buffet, or some crafty cocktails on New Year’s Eve. The perfect dinner...

3rd November 2016

in Article

by Jessica Broadbent

Three Twists on an Old Fashioned

Simple, strong and to the point, the Old Fashioned harks back to the original American ‘cocktail’ of the early 19th century, based on liquor, water, sugar and bitters. Back then it was often made with Rye Whiskey and became known as a Whiskey Cocktail. After Prohibition, bartenders became more experimental but purists harked back to their original drink, hence the name ‘Old Fashioned’ was coined. In more recent times this bold sipping cocktail has re-emerged in public awareness as the drink of choice for the...