To celebrate ‘Febvreuary’ Jan Konetzki flew over to Dublin to give a talk to the trade about ‘Shaking Up Your Wine List’. Jan is the head sommelier at three star Michelin Restaurant Gordon Ramsey in London since 2010; he is a young, passionate, enthusiastic and affable guy from Germany. Jan was delighted to share his …
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The first thing that comes to mind for most wine drinkers when Argentina is mentioned is MALBEC! Although it is the most widely planted quality grape, there is a lot more to Argentine wine than Malbec. Less well-known is Argentina’s signature white grape Torrontés, an intensely aromatic grape which most people love or loathe, grown very …
Louis Fabrice Latour runs his family business from their 17th century house in the heart of Beaune in Burgundy. Maison Louis Latour is one of the most important négociant-éléveurs of quality wine in Burgundy. It started life out as a cooperage before moving into wine and acquiring vineyards across Burgundy, and today they hold the …
Louis Fabrice Latour, The Man, The Négociant, The Wine lover Read More »
Mother’s Day is on Sunday 6th March this year, a day that, in addition to a mountain of cards and chocolate, a glass of wine and a reminisce with Mum can be expected. Below is a selection of wines to best suit the occasion: some serious, some easy-drinking, some sparkling, but all delicious. BOLLINGER ROSÉ When …
Arcade Nation is quite a curious seasonal offering from the continually impressive Scottish stalwart of craft brewing, BrewDog. Never ones to shy away from mixing things up, what we have here is a beer that looks and tastes like a stout or a porter, with notable chocolate tones, but has a mouth feel that dances on …
Tyrrell & Co. (Wine Importers) Ltd are delighted to announce that from 1st March 2016 they will be working in partnership with Tindal Wine Merchants to increase and expand the distribution of their wines throughout Ireland. Both Tyrrell & Co. and Tindal Wine Merchants are family owned and run businesses and were both set up …
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Easter is a time of celebration and this year Lidl has sourced the finest selection of French wines to be enjoyed with friends, family and loved ones. The range, on sale from February 22nd includes wines from across the classic regions of France, like Alsace, Bordeaux and Bourgogne. With prices ranging from €8.99 to €39.99, …
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As the world’s leading champagne house, the prestigious Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial is the perfect champagne to celebrate Mother’s Day on Sunday, 6th March. Distinguishable by its bright fruitiness, seductive palate and elegant maturity, Moët Brut Impérial continually enchants and delights. Available in a beautiful gift-box, Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial makes for the …
To celebrate the month of February with Febvre Wines, Isabel Monteiro from Warre’s will host a very special tasting at Gibney’s of Malahide this coming Thursday, 25th February at 8pm. On the night Isabel will discuss a selection of six ports with matching foods from the award-winning Warre’s range. Ticket Price is €15 and can …
Warre’s Port Tasting at Gibney’s of Malahide 25th February Read More »
Carlow Brewing Company are currently celebrating their twentieth year brewing and they are going to be releasing some special beers to mark the occasion. The first is Notorious, a Red IPA. I tasted this at the Alltech event at the start of the month but was glad to see it in the fridge in O’Brien’s. …
Calling all Wine Lovers… The long awaited big tasting at Ely is Back! Having SOLD OUT for the last two years in a row the big tasting at Ely is not to be missed! Friday March 11th will see more than 100 wines from 15 countries, including classics from the old world & modern classics …
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Make this Valentine’s Day one to remember by gifting your loved one a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Rosé enclosed in a beautiful Veuve Clicquot Rosé Shakkei giftbox. The Veuve Clicquot Rosé Shakkei collection is inspired by the beautiful design of a Japanese garden – delicate rose blossoms, the iconic Japanese flowers of springtime, the longevity …
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Alltech Craft Brews and Food Fair closed their doors with the world record and 10,000 attendeesIrish brewers Rye River and Orpens Cider, were awarded the prestigious Dublin Craft Beer and Cider Cups After three fantastic days of craft beer, spirits and cider, the Alltech Craft Brews and Food Fair closed its doors on Sunday evening …
Ireland Sets New Guinness World Record for Largest Beer Tasting Read More »
An evening not to be missed on Friday 26th February. Friday February 26th will see JN Wine teaming up with Deane’s EIPIC restaurant to showcase some of the world’s rarest and most delightful wines and champagnes partnered with the spectacular food of Chef Danni Barry. The evening will also welcome Bernadette Thienpont from Bordeaux and …
JN Wine is hosting a relaxed evening of art, music, wine and food on Thursday 25 February at JN Wine in Crossgar, where poured paintings are paired with poured wines, to their mutual advantage and to exhibition-goers’ pleasure! A showcase of local artist Kathryn Callaghan’s newest work, the exhibition itself features Kathryn’s distinctive poured paintings …
Celebrate this Valentine’s Day with Moët & Chandon. In French, ‘osé’ means daring and this Valentine’s Day, Moët & Chandon unleashes the osé attitude with the perfect romantic gifts; Moët Rosé Impérial Daring presentation gift box or the Moët Rosé Impérial Iso suit. Bold, radiant and oh so chic, Moët Rosé Impérial is inseparable from …
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Last night O’Hara’s Brewing launched their first seasonal of 2016, Notorious Red IPA in the Bleeding Horse pub on Dublin’s Camden Street. Such was the excitement for this release there was barely room to move between all the writers, bloggers and fans present. The rich caramel and faint biscuit under tones of the beer flowed into a …
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Bordeaux, it has to be one of my all-time favourite cities. Located in southwestern France, is a port city on the Garonne and hub of the famed wine-growing region. It is a vibrant city with an even more vibrant history. It is the perfect city for a weekend break as it is less than two …
To Bordeaux With Love, A City Break For Wine Lovers Read More »
It’s that time of year again, Valentine’s Day and many people do stay home to cook a meal for their Valentine. After a quick discussion in the office we surmised that most of us tend to cook a nice steak and with that in mind I went on the hunt to find the perfect wine …
The month of ‘Febvreuary‘ is once upon us again and I for one am quite excited, as I look at the calendar of events and I’m thinking how many will I be able to attend without tiring out completely. Yes, it is predominantly trade events but they have also confirmed four fantastic consumer events. Some …
Join 64 Wine in Glasthule with the Spanish Economic and Commercial Office (Spanish Embassy Dublin) for a very Spanish journey and discover the magic of sherry with your guide and renowned sherry expert Paddy Murphy. Sherry is not that vile stuff from your grandmother’s cupboard that is long past its use by date but instead it …
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