2022 No.1 Douro Bianco, Waitrose – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “The new No.1 wine range from Waitrose continues to be exciting to...
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2023 Maceration (Orange Wine), Charles Frey – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “This unfiltered wine is a little hazy, but the bottle looks great. The...
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2022 Pinot Gris, Craven Wines – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★ Great Wine “I am torn; is this an orange wine or a light red wine? The...
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2022 Skin-Contact Chenin Blanc, Aslina – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “This skin contact wine is closer to a white wine than an orange wine...
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2022 Malvasia Grame, Ferlat – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Aromatic grape varieties – in this case Malvasia, which...
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2022 Cote Mas Vin Orange, Domaines Paul Mas – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Is boring ever a compliment? Probably not. Boring is harsh. This...
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2018 Georgian Sun Rkatsiteli-Mtsvane, Vazisubani Estate – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★ Great Wine “This entry level amber wine has aged beautifully. I used to buy it...
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The 5 best wines in Waitrose you should try in 2025
After another year’s tasting notes, Ben Franks selects the best of the bunch starting with...
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2023 Loved & Found Susumaniello Rosato Organic Puglia Rosé, Tasting Note
Ben says ★★ Great Wine “Every good rosé should start off proceedings with the pleasant aroma...
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NV Tio Pepe Fino en Rama, Bodegas González Byass – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Tio Pepe is one of the most iconic sherry brands in the world, but not...
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