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!
16th January 2023 | Top Drops
We may be wine nuts here at Virgin Wines, but in case you weren’t already aware, we are pretty mad about spirits too. So, when we start working with cool distilleries and stocking brand new products, we are always eager to tell you all about them. If you are a whisky...
4th January 2023 | Cork Talk
Vegan wine questions are popping up more and more these days, with annual events such as Veganuary throughout January and World Vegan Month in November undoubtedly adding to increased online searches. Here at Virgin Wines we’ve certainly noticed a change in the kind of questions we get asked, too. In this...
3rd January 2023 | Cork Talk
Fine French wine is adored the world over. Thanks to the abundance of grape varieties that thrive in French soil, France’s iconic regions and the sheer diversity in wine styles it offers, France is held in high regard by wine critics and wine lovers the world over. With such a...
16th December 2022 | Pairings & Recipes
A sophisticated and beautifully presented Christmas cocktail is just the thing to inject a bit of glamour into your Christmas Day and will certainly be a more alluring afternoon beverage option than a cup of tea! Our Head Spirits Buyer, and in-house mixologist, Dave Roberts gives his take on four...
29th November 2022 | Top Drops
We’ve got some awesome inexpensive sparkling wines and budget Champagne here at Virgin Wines that’ll show you that a good bottle of bubbly doesn’t have to cost the earth. In fact, it’s even possible to get a bottle of fizz that’s made in the same way as an expensive Champagne...
24th November 2022 | Top Drops
Gift shopping can be a difficult task for many. What do you get that special friend that is notoriously hard to buy for, or that family member who already has everything? Well, a boozy gift is always a wise choice and is bound to put a smile on their face. With...
18th November 2022 | Top Drops
Another four years has flown by and planet Earth’s most anticipated sporting event is once again upon us. Whilst Qatar itself is not known for winemaking (or football for that matter), we thought we’d jet set around the world and discover the iconic wines of former World Championship host nations....
16th November 2022 | Top Drops
Finding affordable fine wine alternatives to your high-end favourites feels like you’ve struck gold, right? Well, get ready to hit a gold mine as we’re about to give you not one, but eight fabulously affordable alternatives using our wealth of wine knowledge. From Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Chablis to NZ Sauvignon Blanc...
7th November 2022 | Life at Virgin Wines
Christmas is a busy time of year for many of us. With so much going on, it can be difficult to find the hours in the day to fit everything in. For some, it’s a time where not only do we think about family and friends, but also our colleagues...
3rd November 2022 | Top Drops
Christmas is the perfect time of year to pull out all the stops, and make things a little extra special. That includes jazzing up the drinks cabinet with festive tipples you perhaps wouldn’t enjoy all year round. Whether you are looking for wines to pair with all of the delicious...
