Here we aim to share our passion for the wine world, bringing you the latest trends and insights from our expert team as they travel the globe. Meet the people behind the wines as we discuss industry talking points, latest wines as they are added to our range as well as recipes, guides and top (secret) tips on what to look out for!
24th May 2021 | Cork Talk
There is nothing quite like a glass of fizz to celebrate those special occasions. Popular choices include Champagne, Cava, and of course, the Italian fizz that’s taken the world by storm – Prosecco. Prosecco has become increasingly admired over recent years, in fact, it is now the bestselling sparkling wine in...
31st March 2021 | Cork Talk
Forget what you think you know about this region that’s famous for its red wine – it’s time to uncover the hidden gems of the France’s famous Côtes du Rhône appellation, its sensational white...
7th March 2021 | Cork Talk
We’re shining the spotlight on women who are leading the way in the wine world this International Women’s Day. From the female-led Champagne House, to innovation in winemaking and being at the forefront of movements such as organics and lower alcohol wine, we take a look at some of the...
3rd March 2021 | Cork Talk
Spring is in the air and we’re daring to dream of summer afternoons spent wine tasting in pretty French villages and vineyards. While it may be just a daydream for now, we’re seeing hope on the horizon for trips across The Channel in the not-so-distant...
25th January 2021 | Cork Talk
The low and no alcohol trend is here to stay. And we say that’s a good thing! So whilst you may be nearing the end of your Dry January, or thinking about generally cutting back on the booze, the good news is that both the range and quality of low...
21st January 2021 | Cork Talk
As the popularity of low and no alcohol drinks rises, more and more non-alcoholic alternatives and low ABV wines, beers and spirits are popping up out of the woodwork. It’s now a trend that’s gone well beyond the boundaries of Dry January, with people generally more health-conscious and placing more...
14th December 2020 | Cork Talk
It may be one of the most difficult grape varieties on the planet to grow, but German winemakers have absolutely nailed producing the finest Pinot...
9th December 2020 | Cork Talk
One of France’s prettiest provinces, and world-famous for producing stunningly fresh wines, Beaujolais is a region full of delights. We take a closer look at the intricacies of this charming Old World gem, from the diversity on offer across its Villages and Crus, to wonderful food pairings for the festive...
3rd December 2020 | Cork Talk
Ask most wine lovers what their favourite classic French white is and there is a good chance their reply will be Chablis. A crisp style of white with unmistakable minerality, it’s hard to beat this Burgundy beauty. Made using only one grape variety, in one region, Chablis is as pure...
6th October 2020 | Cork Talk
Harvest is all about picking the grapes at just the right moment, when the flavours are at their best for wine. Usually this is just as we enter Autumn, however, thanks to a spell of glorious sunshine throughout the Spring months, it was looking like harvest would come early this...
