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New Vineyard – Our first proper trip!

Domaine de Miselle July in Agen, the prune capital of France and I’m waiting for Dylan on the roadside. I feel pretty conspicuous with my rucksack, hoping the pinned position I have sent works. He flies past in the tiniest rental car and halts 100 meters up the road. ‘I didn’t expect you to be […]

Celebrating Prosecco

Vinitaly was something I had never experienced before. It is colossal!!! A scary car trip (nothing to do wth Dyl’s driving…this time) from beautiful Lake Garda into Verona. A crammed bus full of other wine enthusiasts eagerly entering this 4 day show of around 2000 producers spread over dozens of pavilions. Thank goodness for Dyl […]

A Brand-New Welsh Wine

Vale Vineyard I am in awe of anyone who decides they’re going into the wine production game. It’s a long hard slog in any country with a huge financial outlay and years to wait for any returns on your money. In Wales, I would say that it’s an even greater risk considering our climate. However, […]

World Albariño Day 01/08/22

Fancy a nice crisp dry white with your barbequed fish? Well, I would plump for a good Albariño (Alvarinho in Portugal and used in the famous Vinho Verde) any day. This grape is becoming increasingly popular and if you enjoy a Sauvignon, you will be quite likely to enjoy this zippy grape variety from Galicia […]

Gwinllan Llaethliw Vineyard

While on a short break recently in Llandeilo I did the usual of picking up stock on the way back. A trip to a vineyard is always welcome and Llaethliw is no exception. In fact, this one is located right by a little chapel that has very special significance for Dylan. A 19th Century MissionJust […]

Sesiwn Fawr, Dolgellau

A Voluntary Affair Organised by volunteers since 1992, this great music festival is loved for its intimate feel created by a real patchwork of events hosted in multiple venues around the town. All within easy walking distance in the centre of town. 2022 has a great line-up, just have a look on https://sesiwnfawr.cymru/lein-yp/ Come and […]

An Evening with Hugh Johnson

“Terri we’ve won!!” I squealed…. then rationally thinking this isn’t going to happen it’s tomorrow night. Next thing I know train tickets are booked and me and my morning study pal, Llin are setting off for our adventure. Vintners’ Hall A drive down to Rugby and a train into Euston with time for a bite […]

‘CAN’ YOU TAKE THE CHANGE?

It’s Recycling Awareness Week – try a can of wine! First it was Screw Caps People are touchy about their wine vessels! Years ago, when screw tops were first introduced the lament for the cork was, well, a lament. Would it affect the wine? What about that nice pop when you uncork? Would wines in […]

Stepping out of your comfort zone!

Do you always choose the same thing? I think we’re all creatures of habit and like to stick to what we know, even me and there’s always so many to choose from! You can guess that from my Terri’s Favourites! Case, as they’re all aromatic whites and soft fruity reds. But if you’re feeling adventurous […]

A Vintage Partnership!

Montgomery Vineyard – Welsh Wines from the highest UK vineyard! Meeting Woody and his family for the first time is both literally and figuratively a big warm hug! ‘Come ‘ere’ is the non-negotiable command to embrace every time we meet and a hallmark of the warmth and friendliness of this lovely bunch of people at […]

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