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Chateau Mourgues du Gres, ‘Les Galets d’Ores’ 2022. Chateau Mourgues du Gres is found in the Costieres de Nîmes region of the southern Rhone Valley. The estate is managed in organic fashion by former journalist François Collard, who oversees 40 hectares of vines and produces Les Galets d’Ores. The vineyards are covered with galets, the…
Non-alcoholic and unique. Yes, it’s here again. Christmas is all about friends, family, food and drink. We want quality and variety, and Belvoir Farms has the solution for non-alcoholic beverages. Their 4-can packs give plenty of choice. I have tasted three varieties of these delicious 4-pack drinks, and they are well up to the expected…
Gingerbread Espresso Martini Liqueur. It’s almost Christmas and we are thinking about stocking up with food and drink for the festive season. The food will likely be traditional, but the drink could be exciting, delicious and convenient. Gingerbread Espresso Martini Liqueur ticks all those boxes. This decadent pre-mixed cocktail is perfect for a party and…
2022 Pinot Noir and Rondo. The Terlingham Vineyard owners came from South Africa originally and moved to the UK in 2007. They loved drinking wine but had no wine-making skills. In 2011 they discovered that Terlingham Vineyard was up for sale. ‘Our Grandparents were born and raised in nearby Ashford before emigrating to South Africa….
Steeped in Tradition. The name Claret comes from the French term ‘clairet,’ used in 14th century England to describe a rosé wine from Bordeaux. Des Tourelles Claret Bordeaux is a reflection of the contemporary style of red wine rather than the less robust rosé of centuries past. Claret is mostly used as an unofficial name…
Intense Red. Lirac is found in the southern Rhône valley. It is located on the opposite side of the Rhône River to Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Wines here represent better value for money since the region is not as well-known as its more celebrated neighbour. Léon Perdigal Lirac is a good example of wines from this region. The…
A legacy of almost five centuries. Codorníu have nearly five centuries of experience in producing characterful wines. They have been around since 1551. The Ars Collecta collection offers the winning combination of both skill and tradition. This Blanc de Blancs Reserve is a beautiful member of the range. Celler Jaume, a micro-winery, is noted for…
A collection of 200 iconic drinks from around the world. A signature cocktail is a well-crafted and unique mixed drink. Signature Cocktails, the book that is, offers 200 examples of both familiar and new drinks. In Signature Cocktails, the author Amanda Schuster has curated a collection of the most celebrated cocktails. They range from celebrated…
A festive and affordable red. Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC 2020 is one of the better wines at this price point. It’s a well-crafted red and perfect for the holiday season, working with beef as well as robust vegetarian options. Tesco offer good quality wines in their Tesco Finest range and this one fits in well –…
Soho-ho-ho – just one of The King of Soho’s 2023 festive cocktail recipes. There are different kinds of festive host when it comes to Christmas and New Year drinks. If you’re traditionalist, opt for your favourite martini or a nicely made G&T. If you like to surprise and excite your guests with something new, we…
Day of the Dead: 1-2 November 2023 Enter the spirit of Day of the Dead (and before that, Halloween) by mixing and stirring some spookily delicious KAH Tequila cocktails. Tesco is the place to go to get into this spirit of the season. Day of the Dead is fast becoming a calendar fixture and the…
Supérieur Red from Tesco. Cap Royal takes its name from the royal Cordouan lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in Europe, found at the entrance of the Gironde Estuary. This Cap Royal Bordeaux 2019 Supérieur Red from Tesco benefits from the expertise of Jean René Matignon, Technical Director of Château Pichon Baron, 2nd Grand Cru Classé, and…
Spice up Your Cocktails…and more! Want some spooky cocktails to get in the spirit of Halloween? Maybe you are hosting a ghostly dinner party or a ghoulish pre-drinks event and are in need of something spicily scary to get your guests in the mood? Tajin has you covered. From Mexico to UK! Tajin is a…
Cramele Recas in Romania. The producer of Orange Natural Wine is Cramele Recas winery, which is located in western Romania just to the east of the town of Timisoara on the far western edge of the Romanian region of Transylvania. It is a groundbreaking new winery on an old site. In the last ten years,…
Seek out The King of Soho and Zebrano Soho during London Cocktail Week (12-21 October) It’s that time of year again when London turns into one big cocktail extravaganza and we have a chance to taste some of the best cocktails the city has to offer: time to get ready for London Cocktail Week. Grab…
The King of Soho wears blue, red and purple – Halloween Cocktails 2023 Take a walk on the wild side with these original Halloween recipes from The King of Soho, the London-based gin and vodka brand. The brand was founded by the two owners, Alex Robson and Howard Raymond. It is a celebration of the…
Red wine from Tesco. The Calvet Prestige Bordeaux is produced from a selected blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Merlot offers plenty of fruit, and Cabernet brings tannic richness. This blend is a classic in the Bordeaux region. Value for Money Calvet Prestige Bordeaux is a great all-rounder and at a very reasonable price. It…
The Tonic with a Difference. Matt and Jordan are bartenders and friends, and they had an idea during a night out. Luckily, they remembered it the following morning, and so the concept of Lixir Drinks was born. This is a company specialising in mixers for the discerning barman/woman/person. Each bottle combines imaginative flavour pairings with…
2022 Pinot Noir and Rondo. The Terlingham Vineyard owners came from South Africa originally and moved to the UK in 2007. They loved drinking wine but had no wine-making skills. In 2011 they discovered that Terlingham Vineyard was up for sale. ‘Our Grandparents were born and raised in nearby Ashford before emigrating to South Africa….
Grand vin de Bordeaux. ‘A nice bottle of Bordeaux will impress but it’s a shame it will cost an arm and a leg!’ Au contraire, mes amis! Tesco have a great selection of these red wines and you won’t need a mortgage to enjoy them. Grand Palais Médoc is surprisingly good value for money! “There…