wines for different occasions

               Matthew Jukes 100 Best Australian Wines 2025
 
In its 3rd decade, Matthew Jukes's 100 Best Australian Wines report has become the authority for consumers on the best wines this vast country can produce with all its talented winemakers and regional differences.  Matthew tastes non-stop for the preceding 13 months before publishing his report and then takes a selection of the best 100 on a tasting roadshow around the country (Birmingham...

Navitas Winery

I was born and raised in Thessaloniki, where both sides of my family have been involved in the wine business for generations. This background has instilled in me a deep connection to the industry. Initially, I pursued studies in psychology, ultimately earning two master’s degrees. Upon my return from London, I recognized the necessity of expanding my expertise; thus, I enrolled in a Master of Arts in Wine Business at the University...

Bodegas Bhilar

Situated in Elvillar, Rioja Alavesa is a boutique winery managed by David Sampedro and Melanie Hickman. The winery focuses on crafting terroir-driven wines using indigenous grapes, adhering to sustainable agricultural practices, and minimizing intervention during winemaking. The estate has been under organic cultivation for over 20 years, with a transition to biodynamic practices occurring 15 years ago. In 2014, the winery shifted from...

Every celebration and occasion calls for some delectable wines. Whether it is a wedding, anniversary, birthday, or retirement party, you can easily find people indulging in some flavourful, rich wines. They come in various flavours and colours; therefore, you must choose your wine wisely as per the occasion. Some wines lose their flavour with time, while others get better with age. That is why it’s imperative to make sure you pair the wine with the...