Though known first for its food, wine has always been an important part of Italy’s culinary arts and indeed its culture. Italian wine, however, cannot and should not be separated from Italian food. Pairing these two aspects together helps unfold the rich history of the place and all its offerings. That’s why we’ve put together this guide on some of the very best food and wine pairings for traditional Italian meals …

Asparagus is one of the most popular Spring vegetables - however, wine pairing can be tricky. Here we examine why this is and share some wine tips with you for matching wine with asparagus…

A tour to discover the hidden gastronomic delights of Trás-os-Montes - a little-known wine region of Portugal, situated in the far north of the country, at the Spanish border.

Read all about the fantastic, artisan food and wine producers we visited and what we discovered about the region, its people and their way of life…

Who doesn’t love a chilled glass of fizz - specially to mark an occasion? There are so many different types of sparkling wine to choose from - and Champagne is just one of them! Discover what differentiates them and how to select the perfect one to match your occasion, taste and budget!

An excellent article from The Wine Society, explaining all about the different sweet and dessert wines…

Port is often a style of wine which is overlooked, but is one of the finest wines in the world! Read all about Port wine, how and where it is made and which foods to pair with it! Learn about Vintage Ports, Ruby Ports and Tawny Ports….

Pairing wine with curries is not always easy, but follow these core principles and discover fabulous wine alternatives to a cold beer!

I’m sure you don’t need too much help enjoying a bottle of wine – after all it’s one of life’s great pleasures! However there are a few wine tips that can really help to ensure you get maximum enjoyment from each sip and we wanted to share them with you…..