2022 Malvasia Grame, Ferlat – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Aromatic grape varieties – in this case Malvasia, which...
Read More
Author: Ben Franks FRSA
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
2018 Vougeot Premier Cru, Maison de Grand Esprit (Treasury Wine Estates) – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Premier Cru Burgundy is usually pricey, especially if it’s good....
Read More
2021 Aliquid Novi Pinotage, Lanzerac – Tasting Note
Ben says ★★ Great Wine “A Pinotage I like? It’s a difficult grape variety for me...
Read More
2020 Le Loup du Pic, Château Puech-Haut – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Looking for a big, bold red wine? You’re looking at it. Sweet,...
Read More
2018 Saint Nicolas de Bourgueil ‘Le Vau Renou’, Amirault Vignerons – Tasting Note
Ben says ★ Good Wine “Cabernet Franc is a wine lover’s secret. It moves past your...
Read More
