A great value Bordeaux and an excellent Chianti that goes well with food
Refined, elegant reds worth splashing out on
Two Spanish wines: A classic white that’s light in alcohol and a red to go with roasts
Wines for the Weekend: Verdejo can taste uncannily like sauvignon blanc, while Rioja Reserva is a favourite of Irish drinkers
From Spain to Serbia: four wines worthy of your attention
These wines didn’t feature in the Christmas run-up but are well worth uncorking
Wines on sale: refreshing Muscadet and a gutsy Australian shiraz from Aldi
Wines for the Weekend: Big-name wines at hard to match prices
What gives red wine its colour?
How to Drink Better: The flesh of most red grapes is almost colourless. It’s the skin that brings the redness
Return of a grape variety that’s well worth championing
Garnacha — or grenache in France — blended with other grapes is a great cold-weather wine
Wine sale: A lighter Malbec and good value Pinot Grigio the pick of special offers
Wines for the Weekend: O’Briens post-Christmas sale has plenty to choose from
Sicily’s rich tapestry of local wine varieties is full of surprises
Lots of sun and low incidence of diseases make Sicily perfect for vine growing and the largest organic vineyard in Europe
Where to go for an overseas mini-break taking in wine tastings and good food
How to Drink Better: Prioritise cities with short direct flights from Ireland, and at most a short connecting train journey
Two wines to try: An easy-drinking Italian white and a light, juicy red from Argentina
Wines for the Weekend: Marks & Spencer offers a great range of interesting, well-priced wines
Which wines age best, and what is the oldest you have tried?
How to Drink Better: While most wine has a shelf life of just a few years, some wines do have the ability to age for decades and still taste good
Natural drinks for dry January with added gut benefits
Kombucha is probiotic and rich in antioxidants, with one Galway-based operation going from strength to strength
Two alcohol-free beers for the dry January wagon
A new Wicklow Wolf and an extra pale ale from Fierce Mild Brewing , both at 0.5% abv, that don’t compromise on flavour
Revealed: Ireland’s favourite wine and the most popular wine origins
How to Drink Better: The Irish Wine Market Report for 2023 tells us a lot about our drinking tastes, with a few surprises thrown in
Christmas digestifs: buckle up for the strong stuff once dinner is done
Port and dessert wines are always delicious options but don’t miss some of the best drinks from Irish producers