Understanding the difference between cool and warm climate wines and knowing which you prefer can help you make better wine choices. How climate affects the flavour of wines First of all, let’s clear up one misconception about cool climate wines: that the region has to…
How to critically assess wines. The look The wine’s colour can give you an initial picture of the wine: how old it is, and what the quality of the wine is. Pour a small amount of wine into a glass, tilt the glass at an…
It can’t be disputed that the world loves champagne: in 2018, the Comité Champagne confirmed that champagne exports had outnumbered what was sold in France for the first time in about 50 years. As a delicious symbol for celebration, it’s no surprise that champagne remains…
How to serve champagne to show it at its best. The majority of champagne is made up of three grape varieties – Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier – and some of the production methods are the same between still and sparkling wines. The real…
Champagne flute from Riedel. The ideal glass to serve Champagne in is a tulip-shaped glass, as this will best keep the bubbles in and retains the flavour of the drink. Always rinse Champagne flutes with hot water before use and leave to drain. Do not…
It’ll soon be the season of bubbly and parties with the year-end holidays and celebrations round the corner. Here are some Champagne accompaniments for merrymaking. Don’t drink Champagne by itself. Adding other ingredients to Champagne, such as mint or lemon peel, can really enhance the…
If you have finally had it with your mash-up of different glasses in the cupboard and want to use really nice glassware to serve your guests at year-end parties, it’s time to go glass shopping! Types of glasses for wine Riedel, the renown Austrian brand…
Ever wondered who invented the wine glass as we know today? It was Claus, but not the Santa one! Grape Varietal Specific glassware may seem complicated but it’s just another way of saying “greater wine enjoyment”, and it’s the core of who Riedel is as…
Come December, ‘tis the season for festivities and gifting, and what better way to celebrate than with a premium single malt. The rich, intense and rewarding taste of good whisky complements other Christmas flavours and smells so well. A mature single malt is always an…
Holding a whiskey glass properly allows you to swirl without spilling and slow down the melting of any ice. It also communicates a sense of etiquette and distinction when appreciating a fine whisky. Depending on the glass itself, you might choose to hold it by:…