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
David Williams
The best Christmas ports
Smooth, rich and full of festive fruit, now is the time to enjoy a good port
Mix with the best this Christmas
Vermouths, bitters, fruit liqueurs – retro mixers are just the thing for a festive cocktail
What does colour tell us about wine?
The boundaries between red and white wine are blurring. So what does colour reveal about flavour – and where does orange wine fit in?
Drinks that add sizzle to summer barbecues
Soft drink, beer and wine – the top tipples to enjoy outside with grilled food
Pinot noir: the diva of the vineyard takes centre stage
It’s a fussy, temperamental grape and it used to cost a fortune. Now it’s being grown from California to Tasmania – and it’s more affordable