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What to drink this summer? Aperol Spritz Slush, a taste of summer sunshine!

What to drink this summer? Aperol Spritz Slush, a taste of summer sunshine!

What will your signature summer drink be? I love rosé wine and chilled crisp whites, but when the temperature soars and I'm sitting in the garden, I want something a little more refreshing. Aperol Spritz Slush takes a bit of preparation, but I think it is worth it!
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A study of the senses : May 2023

A study of the senses : May 2023

While I may never describe a wine as smelling of dirty carrots, I may use the term ‘earthy’ and recall the damp smell of earth on the carrots. Sometimes a white wine will have a strong vegetal note reminiscent of the green peppery notes of ripe vine grown tomatoes. These descriptors round out the tasting note and help others relate to the wine.
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Slow down and smell the rosé : June 2023

Slow down and smell the rosé : June 2023

I am often asked, how do floral flavours get into wine? Are flowers and grasses ground up or marinated in grape juice? If a wine has notes of honeysuckle, has the wine got honeysuckle in it?
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Mulling in over : November 2022

Mulling in over : November 2022

I am looking forward to the return of the famous German market. I love the atmosphere of the markets and of course, a warming mug of Gluhwein! Glühwein is essentially...
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Mindful moments with wine : September 2022

Mindful moments with wine : September 2022

Wine tasting uses all your senses and I especially love spending time ‘nosing’ a glass of wine. Swirling the glass and gently coaxing the wine to release aromas and aromatics....
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Memorable Pairings : March 2023

Memorable Pairings : March 2023

Recently my husband and I traveled to Iceland with friends. We were enticed by images of the famous Blue Lagoon, the chance to spot the Aurora Borealis and to explore...
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Eis Eis Baby! : February 2023

Eis Eis Baby! : February 2023

Winter in the winemaking calendar is usually a quiet time, a time to relax after a busy period. This is not true for winemakers in the coldest regions of Canada,...
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Perfect Pairings for a Princess : April 2023

Perfect Pairings for a Princess : April 2023

In March 2023 I met Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal at a charity event at Merchants’ Hall, Hanover Street.

In the run up to the event, my mind started to wonder…. if I had to choose a wine to present to a Princess, what would I select?

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