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Smart Ways to Save Money on Wedding Wine: My Top Tips!
Wedding season is upon us, and with all the stresses and strains of preparing for your big day, wine choices can often be overlooked or left
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Aug 16, 20235 min read


Alcohol Tax Rise: The Good News for Bars, Restaurants and Hospitality from 1st August
In my previous blog post, I mentioned the upcoming alcohol duty tax rises that come into effect from 1st August 2023, however, there is some
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jul 29, 20232 min read


Alcohol Tax Rise: What it Means for Supermarket Wine from 1st August
Attention, fellow wine lovers! Picture this: You're leisurely strolling through the supermarket, and there it is, your beloved bottle of win
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jul 29, 20232 min read


What Other Wines Should You Try If You Normally Drink Sauvignon Blanc?
Sauvignon Blanc is a very popular grape variety that is widely grown in many wine regions around the world. It is particularly popular...
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jun 24, 20232 min read


My Top Tips For Choosing Supermarket Prosecco
The supermarket shelves can be overwhelming when it comes to buying Prosecco, with so many options - so how do you choose a good Prosecco?
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jun 8, 20232 min read


What Is The Difference Between Cap Classique And Prosecco?
Cap Classique and Prosecco are both stunning sparkling wines available at affordable prices and easily accessible from your local...
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jun 7, 20232 min read


If You Like Champagne, Try Crémant!
Crémant is made using the same method as Champagne but it comes from other regions in France, therefore meaning Crémant comes without the 'Champagne' price tag! When it comes to taste, Crémant is typically lighter and fruitier in style than Champagne, so if you find Champagne can be 'a bit much' for you, you might actually prefer Crémant - your bank balance will too! Crémant is known for its fine bubbles, delicate fruit flavours, and refreshing acidity. Crémant can be produce
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jun 6, 20231 min read


What Is Franciacorta?
Franciacorta is a high-quality Italian sparkling wine made in the same way as Champagne using the traditional method with similar grapes
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
May 31, 20232 min read


How To Keep Your Wine Fresh For Longer: My Top Tips
Well, your wine will only last a couple of days once you've opened it unless you take positive action!
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
May 30, 20232 min read


Everything Glassware: My Collection And Recommendations
My wine glass collection and glassware recommendations for wine lovers. I'm a wine lover so I do have a lot of glassware
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
May 18, 20231 min read


National Pinot Grigio Day: My Top Tips
Pinot Grigio is loved for its refreshing and crisp flavour, with hints of green apple and citrus.
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
May 17, 20232 min read


How To Make Your Wine Last Longer: A Fun And Easy Idea
How to stop your wine going to waste...
Worried about good wine going to waste? How can you store your wine to ensure it goes to use?
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
May 13, 20231 min read


My Top Tips When Shopping For Good Value Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet
Sauvignon comes from Bordeaux in France and the Napa Valley in California but grapes from these regions can command high prices
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
May 10, 20231 min read


Wine Glass Rules: My Top Tips
Wine glass rules and my top tips!
I have some important top tips when it comes to planning, prepping and protecting your beloved glassware
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Apr 29, 20231 min read


British Beef Week: My Red Wine Pairing Tips
Wine & Beef #BritishBeefWeek
It's British Beef Week, red wine lovers - this one is for you!
Drinking wine with beef is a classic pairing..
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Apr 23, 20232 min read


World Malbec Day: 9 Interesting Facts & My Top Tips
Malbec is one of the most popular grape varieties in the UK and the perfect excuse to celebrate #MalbecWorldDay. Argentina has brought us...
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Apr 16, 20233 min read


Does putting a spoon in your sparkling wine help the fizz last longer?
It is common for people to put a teaspoon in the top of an open bottle of sparkling wine, as it's believed to keep the bubbles for longer...
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Apr 12, 20232 min read


Chocolate & Wine: My Tips & Recommendations
It’s nearly Easter and time to stock up on chocolate and wine - hooray!
But which chocolate should you pair with which wine?
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Apr 4, 20231 min read


How Much Sugar is in Prosecco?
Did you know that almost all wine has sugar in it? And that there’s more sugar in sparkling wine than in still?
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Mar 15, 20232 min read


Argentina: My Wine Trip - Food, Wine & Top Tips
I recently returned from a wine-focused trip to the incredible country of Argentina and I’d love to tell you about my experiences!
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Feb 21, 20235 min read
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