Misunderstood and under-appreciated, the wines of Alsace are fabulous with food but it can be hard to guess what’s behind the label. Here, Wine School’s latest recruit Isabelle Tan explores the region. What does Alsace mean to you? For me it means good memories, delicious food, great wines, a part of France where people have […]

The gathering of the clan is in the diary, the long Easter weekend awaits. But which wines are the perfect accompaniment to traditional roasts and a surplus of chocolate? We’ve been quizzing our staff to find out what they’ll be opening. First up with his suggestions is the Buying Team’s Nicholas Stewart. 2012 Felton Road, […]

Gin-drinking in 18th-century London was a far cry from the sophisticated world of martini mixology it is today. After a masterclass in Mother’s Ruin, led by Brand Heritage Director Ronnie Cox, we learn how to mix the perfect Martini. To conjure up the scene of 18th century gin-crazed London at a recent Spirits masterclass, Ronnie […]

As part of her Chinese New Year celebrations this weekend, Amanda Parker – our Hong Kong education expert – found the excuse to uncork some Changyu Moser XV, a Chinese red with its sights set on Bordeaux style and quality. Thinking about Chinese New Year, we often reflect on the traditions that it embodies: homes […]