December 16 2022

  Sometimes it takes a tasting at a winery, to remined you not just how special they are, but exactly…

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December 16 2022

In November, I was treated to a tasting of Dal Forno Amarone and Valpolicella courtesy of the UK importer, Pol…

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December 22 2022

The most famous of Champagnes and one of the most recognisable brands on the planet, Dom Perignon is emblematic of…

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January 20 2023

The Macallan is synonymous not just with whisky, but with prestige and luxury across the globe.   Macallan is a…

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February 2 2023

Springbank, a name that evokes memories of the most unforgettable, gently smoky, incredibly complex drams for many whisky lovers. Located…

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February 6 2023

2018 Brunello di Montalcino. We are starting to see releases of the 2018 vintage of Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany’s world-renowned…

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February 7 2023

Glen Grant is located in the beautiful Speyside town of Rothes. It was founded by brothers John and James Grant…

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February 13 2023

Spottswoode’s wines are rightly revered. Among the finest reds made in the Napa Valley, these Cabernet Sauvignons have achieved cult…

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February 14 2023

What are the best wines ever made? A recent team dinner brought up the question of what are the greatest…

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February 15 2023

Yamazaki is Japan’s most famous whisky distillery. Located in Shimamoto in Osaka province, just outside of Kyoto, Yamazaki is Japan’s…

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February 24 2023

Bowmore Whisky: Profound and Collectable Scotch From Islay   The Bowmore whisky distillery is historic. It is believed to have…

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March 10 2023

In February this year, we were invited to taste the magnificent 2018s from Abreu courtesy of the UK importer, Pol…

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March 10 2023

Ardbeg: A peaty, smokey Scotch Whisky from Islay.   Located on the island of Islay. Ardbeg is renowned not just…

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March 16 2023

In February of 2023, a lucky member of the team travelled to South America as a guest of importer Hatch…

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March 17 2023

The Glenfiddich distillery sits in the glen of the River Fiddich on the northern edge of Dufftown in Speyside. It…

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March 21 2023

Karuizawa - Japan's Smallest Distillery, Closed in 2000 Founded in 1955, Karuizawa was known as the smallest distillery in Japan,…

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March 31 2023

Of all the closed Scottish distilleries, the Port Ellen Distilleryis surely the most revered.   The Port Ellen Distillery has…

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April 4 2023

  In March 2023, a member of the Vinum UK team was fortunate to attend a tasting of the Inglenook…

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May 25 2023

Pol Roger Winston Churchill: Statesman-Like Champagne    Since its creation, Pol Roger Winston Churchill Champagne has garnered widespread acclaim. This…

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May 30 2023

Casa Dragones: ‘The best sipping Tequila in the world’.   CNN Travel have called this ‘the best sipping Tequila in…

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June 23 2023

Dating back to 1798, the Highland Park distillery sits amongst the charming and rugged landscape of the Orkney Islands. Located…

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June 28 2023

Beaulieu  – A Resurgent Napa Icon   Founded in 1900 by Georges de Latour, Beaulieu was the benchmark for mid-twentieth…

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August 8 2023

Taittinger’s Comtes de Champagne is easily among the world’s great Champagnes. The epitome of elegance, and finesse it is the…

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August 17 2023

Nestled on the northeastern shores of the famous Isle of Islay in Scotland, Bunnahabhain Distillery is an icon of traditional…

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September 13 2023

The flagship cuvée of Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne is one of the most prestigious and famous wines in the world.…

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September 22 2023

The five Bordeaux First Growths: Latour, Lafite Rothschild, Mouton Rothschild, Margaux and Haut Brion represent the pinnacle of winemaking on…

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October 27 2023

The release of the 2020 vintage of Dominus prompted us to look at the history and style of this rising…

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November 15 2023

In November 2023, the London team were treated to a tasting with Josephine Duffau-Lagarrosse of St Emilion’s Chateau Beausejour Duffau…

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November 24 2023

Members of the Vinum UK team recently spent some time with Jean-Basil Roland from Chateau Rauzan-Segla and Chateau Canon tasting…

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December 11 2023

The closed Lowland distillery of Littlemill had a rich heritage that dated back to the 18th century and current owners…

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December 13 2023

The Brora Distillery produces whiskies that capture the essence of the Scottish Highlands. Brora is located in the remote village…

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December 20 2023

The Glenrothes Distillery is a single malt distillery located in the heart of Speyside in the town of Rothes.  …

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January 16 2024

Lush, Open and Delicious: Louis Latour’s 2022 Burgundies January traditionally sees the release of the latest Burgundy vintage. This year…

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March 4 2024

Steve from the UK office recently had the pleasure of joining Bettina Bryant and KK Carothers of Napa’s incredible Bryant…

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March 15 2024

Krug Grande Cuvee – A Unique Grande Marque Champagne Krug’s Grande Cuvee is one of the best of all Champagnes.…

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