Wine Blog

Probably worth mentioning that we’ve got a bunch of new rosé in for you right?

It’s been awhile since we’ve sent a proper newsletter out, our apologies. From now on though, hopefully we’ll be sticking to a slightly more regular schedule.

We often get asked what are the best drinks to serve at social occasions and we love to talk about our favourites or make recommendations based on your personal preferences.

Yes... and no! Syrah (pronounced sih-rah) and Shiraz are two names for the same grape variety, but they are often associated with different styles of wine.

What is the difference between Champagne, Prosecco and Cava, and even the award winning English sparkling wines from the south-east of the UK?

I love German wines! I love German Rieslings, Silvaners, Gewürtraminers and Spätburgunders, to name a few.

Before arriving in Rheingau, my expectations were that the scenery would be beautiful, the air would be crisp and cool and that I would find beautiful dry wines and some interesting sweeter styles.

Tommasi Viticoltori is a family vineyard dating back to 1902 situated in Pedemonte in the heart of the Valpolicella Classico region of northern Italy.

Hebo from the famous ‘Super Tuscan’ wine producer Petra is another firm favourite of Carol's here at The Wine Reserve.

I often get asked questions about how to store wine so I thought I’d put together my top tips for you. There are some basic dos and don'ts as well as exceptions to the rules.