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A selection of small beers, ‘ciderkins’, low(ish)-alcohol wines and mixers for those who find January bad enough without complete abstinence

Avoid the crowds this Christmas and get all your grocery shopping done online

25 of 2021s best sparkling wines under £40, from £10 cava to champagne and English fizz £10 bargains, splash-out champagnes, food-friendly bottles and fine English bubbles make the list for a season of joyful sipping Whether youre splashing out or penny pinching, there is a bottle for everyone Credit: Haarala Hamilton For the sheer joy of the ritual, nothing in the world of wine beats opening a bottle of fizz. The unwinding of the wire cage, the pop of the cork (which should be a controlled,...

The Society offers this indulgent red Here are seven options to try with pals al fresco this summer. Described as a dark and ‘brooding’ wine, The Society’s Exhibition Vacqueryas 2018, £12.50, really is intense in both colour and flavour. It is a classic French wine made by one of the oldest wine-making families in Vacqueryas. Ideal with grilled meats on the barbecue, it is one that will linger long in the mouth and memory. Glorioso Crianza, Rioja 2016, £9.50 The Society also offers up t...

They say you cant judge a book by its cover, but does the same apply to a bottle of wine?  While many of us will admit to being swayed by an impressive logo and swirling font, the information on a wine label can actually help you understand the quality and character of the plonk, once you know what all the confusing jargon actually means. You dont have to be a connoisseur; from the vintage year to the region, knowing a few key things to look out for will help ensure the next bottle of wine y...

Sign up for regular updates of events happening in Wales When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. OurPrivacy Noticeexplains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. Thank you for subscribingWe have more newslettersShow meSee ourprivacy notice I think I’ve come to an impasse with this latest lockdown. I had a ...

Sign up for regular updates of events happening in Wales When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. OurPrivacy Noticeexplains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. Thank you for subscribingWe have more newslettersShow meSee ourprivacy notice Last week I featured bubbles and white wines for the Christmas table,...

The Drinks Business 15 December 2020 By Lauren Eads Greece is one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world, and yet in modern winemaking terms recognition on a global scale has eluded its winemakers. Its ancient heritage for winemaking is well known, but its viticultural story has more often that not been resigned to history books, rather than the international wine stage. It’s not due to a lack of quality, but perhaps an unfortunate stereotype, combined with a so...