Monthly Archives: March 2011
Wine Advisor Debate – Celebrity Wines – Blockbusting Beverages or Marketing Gimmick?
When you’ve made your fortunes posing on camera, repeating someone else’s lines or singing your heart out, what better way to spend your riches than purchase a swath of land and plant some vineyards? After all there’s only so many … Continue reading
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De Martino’s Recovery after the Chilean Earthquake
As many of you may remember, in February last year Chile was hit by a devastating earthquake which caused huge destruction to everything in its wake. A year on, Sebastian from De Martino, one of our most established wine suppliers, … Continue reading
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Red Noses, Competitions and Manchester
This week has been such a busy one at Virgin Wines HQ we thought we wouldn’t limit ourselves to just one topic and we’d let you have a bit of an insight into everything we’ve been up to. Come Wine … Continue reading
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Location, Location, Location
In this world, location is everything. And the right locations often command a hefty price – as we all know from Phil and Kirstie’s sterling efforts to find the homes of people’s dreams. Location is also a major factor when … Continue reading
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Wines We Love – Novas Winemakers Selection Casablanca Syrah 2008
Hi, I’m Sophie Lord, one of the Wine Advisors here at Virgin Wines. I’ve been with the company for 3 and a half years now and in that time I have developed a real love for wines and a greater … Continue reading
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Half Marathon Charity Challenge
Hi there My name is Louise and I am responsible for PR and Social Media at Virgin Wines. This week we thought we’d give you an insight into one of our charity fundraising activities. In my spare time, I am a bit … Continue reading
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My South African Adventure
I’ve recently come back from a wine buying trip to South Africa and thought you might like to hear about it. Here goes… After a 12 hour flight you always need something to raise your spirits, regardless of where you’re heading, … Continue reading
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Ultimate Grape Guide – Barbera
The third highest planted grape variety in Italy and it’s no surprise really because of its versatility and ability to pair with food magnificently. I love it because of its black cherry nuances; welcome to the wonderful world of… Barbera! … Continue reading
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Fairtrade World Record Attempt
We’ve come to the end of a fantastic Fairtrade Fortnight. People have been loving our case of Fairtrade Wines which we put together especially. Here at Virgin Wines HQ we are never ones to shy away from a challenge or … Continue reading
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Have Your Say: Cork vs. Screw Cap – The Fight Is On!
Over the last few years more wines are appearing with screw caps, but not everyone is a fan, so what are the pros and cons of these two closures?
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World Wine Tour – Australia
Following Ferg’s visit to Oz, this week we are bringing you the low-down on Australian wine. Introduction to Australia Progress within Australia’s wine industry happened at a remarkable speed. Lots of investment, which includes developing some of the most modern wineries, and … Continue reading
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Our First Trip To Wales!
Last night we headed to Wales to hold our very first wine tasting in the city of Cardiff. More than 150 of you joined us at The St David’s Hotel and Spa for an evening of fun, merriment and not … Continue reading
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Wine Advisor Debate – All About Cork
This week we are focusing on the role of Cork within the industry. Cork closures have been used for over 300 years, but recently things have been starting to change in the wine world, and cork is now just one … Continue reading
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