Just like us, there are some wines that really do thrive by the sea
July 2024
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Sparkling summer wines
Whether it’s a picnic in the park or a party in your back garden, these summer sparklers are a treat whatever the weather
Refreshing, thirst-quenching, distinctive: 20 best wines for the summer
The Observer’s wine writer selects drinks to pair with an outdoors meal or to relax with over a lazy afternoon
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Elegant and flavoursome drinks to quench your thirst
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White wines with a sense of wonder
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Coming up rosés: properly tasty pink wines to get summer sizzling
June 2024
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How politics affects the wine we drink
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Why monastrell is Spain’s monster hit
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From Lebanon to Spain, around the Med in wine
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Why muscat is a must when it comes to summer
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It’s a sin to overlook cinsault
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Wines to capture the taste of summer
May 2024
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Puglia’s wines pack a punch
The Italian region’s luscious red, white and rosé wines are having a major moment
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Can no- and low-alcohol ‘nolo’ drinks match the real thing? They’re getting closer
Modern alternatives, with innovative blends of spices, fruits and teas, are all the better for avoiding alcohol
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Beyond Burgundy: more affordable pinot noirs
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Three corkers from Majestic’s own-label range
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A cut above: Austria’s exciting modern wine scene
April 2024
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Hitting the flor: the secrets behind sherry’s tangy appeal
Manzanilla and fino sherry are testament to the wonders of yeast. Here are a selection of sturdy favourites and a few quality options, too
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Talking francly: discover red wines made with the ‘other’ cabernet
It’s time for fresh, juicy cabernet franc to take centre stage
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Vintage Bordeaux and beyond
As France’s famous wine region prepares to reveal the latest vintage of its top wines, here are some lesser known and more affordable bottles to look out for