Kris Pathirana: On Westwell and championing our Englishness
Inspired by a visit to Westwell Wine Estates, Kris Pathirana looks at how we can better champion...
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We're expert brand builders for wines and spirits. Are you looking at opportunities to launch or grow your brand in the UK market? We can help. Former award-winning wine journalist and successful wine merchant Ben Franks leads a team of specialists to help you secure distribution, great PR and brand growth in one of the world's most valuable wine and spirits markets.
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Latest insights from Ben and the team
Oliver Coleman: Niigata Wine Coast is a gem in the dunes
Following a recent trip to Japan, Oliver Coleman discovered the stunning wines of the Niigata Wine...
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Dartington Estate to host Georgian Wine Festival
Tickets are now available for an exciting Georgian Wine Festival making its debut at Dartington...
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Jessica Summer: What grows together goes together when it comes to British cheese and wine pairing
Cheese and wine connoisseur Jessica Summer shares the very best English wine and British cheese...
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Oliver Coleman: Sherry – which way to the future?
We’ve been asking the question for decades, but is it finally time for sherry’s...
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Luma Monteiro: Croatia’s Istrian wines are the rising stars you should be reading about
Luma Monteiro, a great ambassador for Istrian wines from Croatia’s north-westerly wine...
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Kris Pathirana: Warren Zevon and the wisdom of wine
Taking a moment to appreciate the wine you drink should be important for all of us who enjoy it....
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Sophia Longhi: Putting India on the wine map with 5 wineries to visit
Earlier this year, Sophia Longhi took a trip out to India, visiting the country’s wine...
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Latest Tasting Notes
2021 The Society’s Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, The Wine Society & Casa Vinicola Roxan – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Purplish-red at the lip, this Montepulciano leads with aromas of red...
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2022 The Society’s Argentine Malbec, The Wine Society & Dominio del Plata – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★ Great Wine “Vibrantly youthful with a deep inky purple colour. Nose of fresh...
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2018 L`Enchanteur de Vray Croix de Gay Pomerol, Chateau Vray – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★ Great Wine “Merlot and I don’t often get on, but this is one of those rare...
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2016 Bodegas La Horra Corimbo 1 Reserva, Bodegas Roda – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★★ Outstanding Wine “Purplish going ruby at the rim. This is still looking like...
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2021 The Vagabond Old Vine Grenache, Blewitt Springs, Thistledown – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★ Great Wine “Ruby like a jewel with flecks of youthful purple. Brimming with...
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NV Franciacorta Nature ‘Coupé’, Monte Rossa – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Lemon curd, caramel and biscoff, apple/white pear aromas. Clean,...
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