It was hard to imagine after Bordeaux’s heaven-sent 2009 vintage that the following year could match, or even outclass its riches - yet 2010 does just that
When it comes to French spirits, most people jump straight to Cognac – but there’s a lot more to the country than this most revered of brandies
As part of a new initiative, each week we’re choosing a category from which we’ll pick five top-rated IWSC wines or spirits. This week: island wines
From international varieties to exciting indigenous grapes, the quality of Croatian winemaking has shifted remarkably in the last 30 years
It's been in and out of fashion for at least 200 years and it's now on every bartender's A List. Alice Lascelles hymns the glories of vermouth
In celebration of #theBIGenglishwinegoodfriday this week, try ten brilliant English sparkling wines, all IWSC winners
It's not just Burgundy that produces great Pinot Noir. In our latest selection of wines from IWSC, New World Pinots take centre stage
As the sun beat down, the vines drained the stony soil in search of water - but the hot dry vintage has produced surprisingly trim and fresh wines
Fine wine used to come from a handful of old-world regions, but things have changed, as the recent IWSC tastings show
Old vintages from America’s greatest wine region can be elusive, but seek them out, and you’ll find wines that remain fresh and elegant for decades
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