We taste-tested six stellar wines in our Warehouse Wines Christmas case - three whites and three reds, with not a dud among them. They kindly sent them over so we could see what their quality is all about, so you know exactly what you’re getting before you order. The short version: this is a case built for hosting at Christmas. You have fresh, crowd-pleasing whites for the drinks reception, a food-friendly Pinot or Merlot for the turkey, and two characterful reds for the cheeseboard and the…

With this blog I’ll be taking a dive into the confusing, slightly over convoluted system of German wine classifications and what is changing from the 2026 vintage onwards. The current law dates back to 1971, with the new revision introduced in 2021 finishing its transition in time for the 2026 harvest. The idea is to bring German wine labelling and laws in line with the majority of the world that consumers can understand, marking quality out by geographical indication rather than their…

Rose and Summer is a bit of a cliché, but much like American fighter pilots' synonymity with wearing aviators and leather jackets, these cliches exist for a reason – they’re natural fits. Summer has had a bumpy start so far, with searing heat matched only by a period of endless rain, but the sun is coming back and you’ll want to make sure you have the right drinks on hand! But why does rose go so well with Summer? It’s meant to be served chilled – perfect for refreshing yourself. It’s extremely…