Wines for a Coronation weekend lunch

The crowning of a new king is upon us: the most fabled of reasons for a party. A delicious spread is a must – whether you’re celebrating the dawn of the Carolean age or the start of the long weekend. With the King’s chosen recipes now known, we’ve put together some (unofficial) suggestions on wine […]

Bolgheri: wines born under the sun

In the 1970s and ’80s, a small group of winemakers on the Tuscan coast dared to defy regional regulations, choosing instead to work with the Bordeaux grape varieties. Today, their wines are among Italy’s finest. We speak to two of Bolgheri’s winemakers – Grattamacco’s Luca Marrone and Ornellaia’s Axel Heinz – exploring how their stories […]

Own Selection wines and festive vegetarian pairings

Festive food and wine pairings have traditionally been dominated by meaty matches. But there are so many wonderful vegetarian dishes worth considering, and they pair beautifully with our Own Selection wines. Below, you’ll find three of our favourite bottles, alongside a few ideas on how to enjoy them – whether you’re hosting friends or looking […]

The basics of hosting a dinner party

As our thoughts turn to hosting friends and family in our homes, it may be tempting to plan the “perfect” dinner party. But with just a few key ingredients – namely good food, delicious wine and excellent company – it’s far easier to throw a dinner party that you’ll enjoy just as much as your […]