Chris Wilfred Hughes: Wilfred’s Aperitif will ‘replace your craving for booze’
Peter Gray chats to Wilfred’s Aperitif founder Chris Wilfred Hughes about launching his...
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Welcome to Ben Franks Wine
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
Alistair Morrell: Cider is wine and it warrants our appreciation as much as any fine wine
In Kris Pathirana’s latest article he explores the existential new reality of modern AI and...
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Ellie Scott: What does sustainability look like in Bordeaux?
Sustainably certified vineyards in Bordeaux have leapt from 35% in 2014 to 75% less than a decade...
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Ben Franks steps down from Novel Wines to join Canned Wine Co. full-time
Big personal news as Ben Franks steps down from Novel Wines after over 7 years to focus on growth...
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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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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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The Wine Society own label red wine 2023 Champions: Are they any good?
The buyers at one of the UK’s favourite wine merchants, The Wine Society, have put together...
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Latest Tasting Notes
NV Bittersweet Non Alcoholic, Wilfred’s Aperitif – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★ Great Spirit “This is one of the most accomplished non-alcoholic spirits...
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2017 Brunello Di Montalcino, Cupano – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★ Great Wine “Ruby with garnet hues. Slow legs. Chalky, deep cherry, potpourri,...
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2020 Pommard 1er Cru, Jean Javillier et Fils – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Light bright colour with aromas of lavender, redcurrants, strawberry,...
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2021 Chardonnay, Riverview Crouch Valley – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★ Great Wine “Beautifully aromatic and fragrant – almost exotic, like...
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2019 Crozes-Hermitage, Etienne Pochon – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Purplish hue and almost black-deep in the glass. Ripe blackberry nose...
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2021 Pinot Noir, Riverview Crouch Valley – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★★ Outstanding Wine “Every so often you come across truly outstanding wine and...
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