When I find compatible wine and food combinations, I have to force myself to try different pairing options and think outside ...

Aligoté is a grape that has been due a lucky break. Popular in Eastern Europe — I recommended the organic La Sapata Aligoté from Romania (€17.25, Wines Direct) last spring for its zesty, herbaceous ...

I’ve also been collecting appealing and (mostly) affordable wines that match the mood with easy-to-appreciate character, ...

There is an old French saying that 'It is better to drink a good Crémant than a bad Champagne' - and Amazon is selling it for ...

Vines grow along its steep banks for most of this journey and Riesling is the star of the south-facing slopes where the roots dig deep into the slate soils. I have two supermarket Mosel rieslings ...

When I received an invitation to spend three weeks in Paris with my friend Jacquie, I was on the phone with my travel agent and had the flight booked before my coffee had gone cold. In September ...

Picturesque vineyards, towering medieval castles, panoramic vistas paired with beautiful local wines, and sumptuous cuisine are the hallmarks of France’s Burgundy region. Filled with must-see tourist ...

This attractive seaside region, famed for its pinot noir and chardonnay, combines the best of wine, dining, unwinding and outdoor activities – all just an hour’s drive from Melbourne. This pretty ...