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La Staffa Verdicchios – The Meursaults of Marche

We initially stumbled across the Verdicchios from La Staffa last year, prompted by Robin's serendipitous encounter with them during a sojourn to Italy.
La Staffa Verdicchios – The Meursaults of Marche

Goodbye 2023 and My Wine of the Year

Well, what a year 2023 has been. Lots of new exciting discoveries, awards won, tastings and unwavering support from customers, which we are truly grateful for.
Goodbye 2023 and My Wine of the Year

Duty on wine - the new rules

Sadly it's not all exciting new discoveries in the wine trade. Sometimes it's some rather less fun things, like the recent duty reform brought in from 1st August 2023.
Duty on wine - the new rules

Let's talk: winemaking vessels!

We all know oak barrels and stainless steel tanks. But when it comes to making and ageing wine, there's lots more options than you may think!
Let's talk: winemaking vessels!

Domaine du Grand Cros Provence Rosé comes out better in blind tastings than Whispering Angel

Discover the rosé that comes out better in blind tastings than Whispering Angel, Miraval and Minuty
Domaine du Grand Cros Provence Rosé comes out better in blind tastings than Whispering Angel

A Swig first - wines from Ukraine!

By chance, I was in the same drinking hole as a much respected Master of Wine. He tapped me on the shoulder and said, 'Robin, you must meet Vitalii, a winemaker from Ukraine.'
A Swig first - wines from Ukraine!

Focus on: the 2019 vintage in Barolo

Get the down-low on the excellent and classical 2019 vintage in Barolo from former 67 Pall Mall buyer and sommelier and Swig Italian wine buyer, Nelson Pari
Focus on: the 2019 vintage in Barolo

Greg Sherwood MW on Restless River's new releases

Tasting the New Release Ava Marie 2020 and the Main Road and Dignity Cabernet 2019...
Greg Sherwood MW on Restless River's new releases

Sweet Wine and its Stigmas

Why does a 'sweet tooth' often stop short at sweet wine?
Sweet Wine and its Stigmas

Reporting from Piedmont- a flying visit!

Robin and superstar new Swig team member Nelson Pari have just returned from a whirlwind few days in Piedmont. Read on to read more about some fabulous restaurant recommendations, and producers to watch out for...
Reporting from Piedmont- a flying visit!

Exploring Montalcino - a top newcomer in Montalcino's 'grand cru'

It's rare to find an undiscovered gem in a famous wine region like Montalcino, especially one as good as this from a top vineyard. I'm very excited.....
Exploring Montalcino - a top newcomer in Montalcino's 'grand cru'

What's the deal with sherry?

A wine long associated with mass production and mean portions in tiny glasses, how is sherry making strides in the 21st century?

What's the deal with sherry?

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