‘It’s not necessarily a guarantee’: should you buy an award-winning wine?

Faced with a wall of unfamiliar wine, it seems logical to reach for the bottle with the most gold stickers – but experts suggest other ways to get a drop you’ll enjoy

Books for wine lovers

There’s only one thing better than tasting wine and that’s reading about it. Here are a few book recommendations alongside suggested tipples to drink while you read

The best Christmas ports

Smooth, rich and full of festive fruit, now is the time to enjoy a good port

Add sparkle to your glass this Christmas

From rosé prosecco to rhubarb bellini, a selection of delicious bubbles to lift the spirits

Get in the Christmas spirits (and pre-mix cocktails)

The key trend at the close of 2020 is for proper ready-made cocktails conjured up by your favourite bars

Mix with the best this Christmas

Vermouths, bitters, fruit liqueurs – retro mixers are just the thing for a festive cocktail