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Date Night In: Bringing Barolo Home
With the cost of eating out rising all the time, many of you have been asking me what to drink on a special night in – be that a date night,
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Mar 29, 20242 min read


An Unforgettable Blind Wine Tasting at The Colony Grill Room in Mayfair, London
Last week, I had an incredible opportunity to dive into the world of wines at The Colony Grill Room in Mayfair, London.
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Feb 12, 20242 min read


Alto Adige – discovering Italy’s most northerly wine region
Hello, fellow wine lovers! Today, let's journey together to Alto Adige/Südtirol, a hidden gem nestled at the very top of Italy where it...
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Dec 8, 20232 min read


Stunning Sicily – discovering the wine makers on the slopes of Mount Etna
In the realm of wine, Sicily stands as a beacon of endless discovery and surprise. One of the largest islands in the Med, sunny Sicily is st
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Nov 18, 20232 min read


An Evening at Muse with Champagne Castelnau
UK's culinary scene is a vibrant blend of tradition and innovation, and at the heart of it stands a figure whose passion for gastronomy is..
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Aug 30, 20232 min read


Visiting Antinori winery in Tuscany, Italy
Visiting the world-famous winery, Antinori nel Chianti Classico in Tuscany, Italy, is an extraordinary experience that immerses you in the..
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jul 11, 20232 min read


Exploring Champagne Bollinger in France
Welcome to the enchanting world of Bollinger Champagne, nestled in the heart of France. Picture it: perfectly manicured vines stretching as
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jul 11, 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


Beguiled by Banfi
Searching for a truly sustainable wine? Look no further than Banfi in Tuscany, Europe’s first certified sustainable winery (since 2016). Thi
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Nov 14, 20221 min read


Bodega Numanthia
Recently I had the privilege of meeting the winemaker Lucas Lowi from Bodega Numanthia, enjoying a vertical tasting of his wines from...
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Oct 12, 20222 min read


Debbie Lauritz - Central Ranges, Australia
Debbie Lauritz is an amazing wine maker from Australia who has worked all over the world in cool wine regions such as Alsace in France, Marlborough in New Zealand and Niagara in Canada, you’ll now find Debbie crafting handmade, outstanding quality wine in the Central Ranges in New South Wales, Australia. Nestled in the hills about 80 miles northwest of Sydney, the Central Ranges are a cool-climate, at high altitude which enables Debbie to make fresh and pure styles of wine.
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Jun 1, 20221 min read


What makes wines of Georgia so special?
You may not be familiar with the wine scene in Georgia but believe me when I say it’s as exciting and dynamic as any wine region in the world right now. There are some aspects of Georgian wine which are unique to the country - such as the qvevri(the large earthenware pots used for the fermentation, storage and aging of traditional Georgian wine). In the past few years this unique style of winemaking has captured the imagination of UK wine buyers and adventurous wine drinkers.
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
May 14, 20222 min read


Modern wine in Argentina with Bemberg Estate and Goodman's steak
Argentina is famous for Malbec, the great red wine that we love with steak - but today, Argentina is more than just Malbec. The quality of wines coming from Argentina really turned a corner in 2014-2016. These vintages were unusually challenging years for Argentina - the weather was cool, rainy and relatively cold making the winemaker’s job much harder. With many Argentinian winemakers simultaneously moving away from using oak to concrete eggs or large barrels, they have chan
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
May 11, 20221 min read


Guilia Negri – Barolo girl
The modern women in Barolo, Giulia who is embracing smart ideas and not letting traditions hold her back to make the best Barolo. Giulia bet everything on Barolo, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, on the highest ridge of the Land of Barolo in 2013. She doesn’t have the experience from the father or grandfather making wine but that gives her the freedom, with no pressure from the family and when she see’s something smart she does it and doesn’t have to consider the past or traditions
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Apr 27, 20222 min read


Whales to wine in South Africa
Hermanus - the whale watching town, south of Cape town by 2 hours makes fabulous sauvignon blanc - chardonnay and pinot noir - cabernet sauvignon wine, due to its location being further away from the equator and proximity to the ocean therefore it’s cooler. The closest winery to the water Benguela cove and one of the most impressive as it has a lagoon right in the front with a mountain backdrop. Every vineyard here in South Africa has impressed but here at Beguela cove Walker
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Apr 7, 20222 min read


Paarl, South Africa
Nelson vineyard, located in Paarl is North of Stellenbosch and Franschhoek 30 minutes driving. The route from Stellenbosch to Paarl doesn’t change much as, you are travelling through the lush green countryside with the mountains accompanying you and sunshine bouncing off peaks, the sky is piercing blue and the Cape doctor (wind) blowing through keeping you and the vines cool and fresh. South Africa is an incredible place and in the three weeks I have been here, I feel I’ve h
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Mar 15, 20223 min read


Heaven and earth - exploring the wonders of Creation wines in the Western Cape
I recently returned from a trip to South Africa where I was lucky enough to visit some wonderful wineries! Creation Wines is just twenty years old but has quickly become one of the most exciting wineries in the Western Cape. Set amidst verdant gardens in the heart of Walker Bay set up by married couple JC and Carolyn (who separately hail from wine-making families in Switzerland and Stellenbosch) who have done an incredible job turning a bare piece of farmland into biodiverse
Elizabeth Hawthornthwaite
Mar 4, 20222 min read
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