Whether it’s the January haul or a late-Summer clear out, Wine Bin End sales are a staple of the industry these days and thank goodness they are. Contrary to what some say, this isn’t just a cheap way of offloading plonk (although that’s not to say that doesn’t happen), rather it’s a way of clearing out the older vintages like last Summer’s Rose or simply saying a sad goodbye to delicious wines that may not have had the label or customer interest to shift enough to keep in the range. On top of…

January is here and, for some, that means a chance to do Dry January and start the year on a healthier footing. In my line of work, Dry January seems distinctly unlikely (not to mention I enjoy the taste too much) but that doesn’t stop me cutting down the frequency at least. This difficulty is compounded by the extremely tempting offers on the market at the moment with Bin-End Clearance and Winter Sales everywhere you look. Still, even if you are trying to avoid drinking, it shouldn’t stop you…