Time to try these wines from Slovenia and MoldovaWines for the Weekend: These two Aldi wines are very good and well worth the priceFri Oct 10 2025 - 05:00
Don’t worry if your wine is acidic – it’s a good thing How to Drink Better: Wines that are low in acidity can taste a bit dull and flabbySun Oct 05 2025 - 06:00
Four great Tuscan wines to pair with the Italian dishes you loveRemember the Chianti that came in a straw-covered bottle often reused as a candlestick holder? We’ve come a long way since thenSat Oct 04 2025 - 05:00
Two Portuguese wines for under €10Wines for the Weekend: The João Pires is from a wine region just south of Lisbon, while the Dão comes from the northFri Oct 03 2025 - 05:00
Which wine would you drink if you were US president?How to Drink Better: Wine-drinking habits have varied through the political ages, with Donald Trump on the abstemious end of the spectrumSun Sept 28 2025 - 06:05
Full-bodied and hedonistic: welcome to wines from Ribera del DueroThe Spanish region was barely known as a wine producer as recently as three decades ago - look at it nowSat Sept 27 2025 - 05:04
Two great-value wines for those dark midweek nights on the horizonWines for the Weekend: Stock up now because both of these bottles are going back up in price very soonFri Sept 26 2025 - 05:02
Where can I find the oldest vineyards around the world?How to Drink Better: You need to look back many thousands of years for an answer - even then, it might be disputedSun Sept 21 2025 - 05:00
Mad for the malbec: four of John Wilson’s favouritesThe taste of a malbec varies hugely depending on where it’s grown - South America, or its traditional FranceSat Sept 20 2025 - 05:00
Two wines to discover, including one perfect for celebratingWines for the Weekend: This South African fizz is fresh, moreish and great value for moneyFri Sept 19 2025 - 05:00
Wine in the movies: ‘If anyone orders merlot, I’m leaving’How to Drink Better: Featuring a wine in a film can have consequences flowing well beyond the screenSun Sept 14 2025 - 06:00
Time to try New Zealand sauvignon blanc’s red sisterIrish drinkers have adored sauvignon blanc for years, but pinot noir has only recently hit our radarSat Sept 13 2025 - 05:05
Two South African wines to celebrate the wine harvestWines for the Weekend: This vineyard aims to produce great value, everyday winesFri Sept 12 2025 - 05:22
Why is wine so expensive in Ireland?How to Drink Better: No one factor is fully to blame, but taxes are a key factor in higher pricesSun Sept 07 2025 - 05:50
Four Irish craft ciders to try with your dinner, or on their ownCider matches well with pork, chicken, firm cheeses and dishes with creamy saucesSat Sept 06 2025 - 05:05
John Wilson’s picks from SuperValu’s French wine saleWines for the Weekend: A Burgundian take on sauvignon blanc and a Vacqueyras for the last of the barbecuesFri Sept 05 2025 - 05:00
Why does wine taste better on holiday?How to Drink Better: It’s a myth that some producers save their best wines for their local marketSun Aug 31 2025 - 05:10
The wine business is in crisis but these whites might be the thing to save itMillennials and Gen Z are dictating the direction of the wine market, so maybe everybody else should just hop on boardSat Aug 30 2025 - 06:04
Two classic Italian wines from Lidl, one for under €10Wines for the Weekend: A Gavi to drink with seafood and a Chianti that pairs perfectly with pizzaFri Aug 29 2025 - 05:09
How to taste wine like an expert: From the five Ss to FATASSThe science of wine tasting can help deepen your appreciationSun Aug 24 2025 - 05:00
Finding a light red wine isn’t always easy, but find the right one and it’s worth itValpolicella, Beaujolais and Loire Valley reds used to guarantee lightness, but climate change means most reds are now a lot strongerSat Aug 23 2025 - 05:00
Two wines from lesser-known regions that pack a punch - and are available in Molloy’s A Picpoul aperitif and an Alentejo with kick for last of those summer barbecues Fri Aug 22 2025 - 05:00
Is it a good idea to mix together leftover wines at home?How to Drink Better: You could come up with a new master blend, or perhaps notSun Aug 17 2025 - 06:00
My pick of wines from the best European co-operativesCo-ops haven’t always had the best reputation but some are producing wines that can compete with the best domainesSat Aug 16 2025 - 05:00
Two good-value French wines from Dunnes, one from a former rugby starDunne Stores stocks a rosé from Languedoc and a red from a lesser-known area of BordeauxFri Aug 15 2025 - 05:00
What does the word ‘Côtes’ mean on French wine labels and is it important?How to Drink Better: The best-known of the Côtes include the Côte d’Or in Burgundy and the Côtes du RhôneSun Aug 10 2025 - 06:00
A beginner’s guide to orange wine – is it the new rosé?Once the reserve of wine bars, it’s now possible to pick up orange wines in your local off-licenceSat Aug 09 2025 - 05:00
Two Lidl wines made from Spanish grapes loved by Irish consumersWines for the Weekend: Albariño and Rioja are both flexible grapes that match with a variety of foodsFri Aug 08 2025 - 05:00
Which wines should I serve with Mediterranean food?How to Drink Better: A good tip is to start with Mediterranean countries, and when in doubt a good rosé can cover all basesSun Aug 03 2025 - 06:00
Move over Albariño, make way for godello – Spain’s answer to chardonnayIn the 1970s godello almost died out, but was nurtured back by a couple of exquisite producers – others have followedSat Aug 02 2025 - 05:00
Discover these two Spanish wines from lesser-known areasWines for the Weekend: An Albariño and a Crianza from dynamic family-owned company based in RiojaFri Aug 01 2025 - 05:00
Is it worth investing in fine wine?How to Drink Better: As with any investment, you need to understand the marketSun Jul 27 2025 - 06:00
An easy guide to the best Languedoc redsJohn Wilson: One general rule is that mountainous terrain further from the sea produces more interesting winesSat Jul 26 2025 - 05:00
Two great-value wines to sip in the summer shadeWines for the Weekend: This Riesling is a super low-alcohol option, while the Lebanese red would work well with lambFri Jul 25 2025 - 05:00
How long can I keep a bottle of wine after opening it? How to Drink Better: It’s worth remembering that wine starts to oxidise as soon as it comes into contact with airSun Jul 20 2025 - 06:00
Celebrity wines worth trying: six of the best from Kylie and Brad Pitt to Sting and Gary Barlow Celebrity recognition can transcend terroir when a famous person’s name is on a wine labelSat Jul 19 2025 - 05:00
Two perfect wines for lazy evenings at the barbecue Wines for the Weekend: Rosé is always good in fair weather, and this Argentinian red was made for charred red meatsFri Jul 18 2025 - 05:00
Why the weight of your wine bottle is importantHow to Drink Better: The biggest contributor to a wine’s carbon footprint is the glass bottle containing itSun Jul 13 2025 - 06:00
Four great wines from lesser-known parts of FranceFrench wine is no longer as dominant in Ireland as it once was, but it still offers immense range and diversity Sat Jul 12 2025 - 05:00
Two discounted French wines to pick up in the saleWines for the Weekend: A Touraine that offers great value and a Bordeaux that punches way above its weight Fri Jul 11 2025 - 05:00
This label will lead you to some of the very best ChampagnesHow to Drink Better: ‘Blanc de Blanc’ or ‘Blancs’ means the wine has been made only from white grapesSun Jul 06 2025 - 05:00
Four bottles of fizz that show there’s more to bubbles than ChampagneItaly is particularly strong on sparkling wines, with Prosecco just one option worth investigatingSat Jul 05 2025 - 05:00
Two refreshing summer drinks in innovative packaging from AldiWines for the Weekend: A pinot grigio and a Sangria are both perfect for warmer weatherFri Jul 04 2025 - 05:00
Why does it seem that wines are getting stronger? How to Drink Better: Climate change plays a large role in the levels of alcohol in winesSun Jun 29 2025 - 06:00
Four Fleurie wines to make you feel like you are summering in FranceThe Beaujolais village is known for its wines with floral aromas and easy fruitSat Jun 28 2025 - 05:00
Two rosé wines from Lidl perfect for sipping in the summer sunWhispering Angel has captured a lot of rosé attention, but these options are more keenly pricedFri Jun 27 2025 - 05:00
What is clean wine and will it help me avoid a hangover?'Clean wine' is a label used by producers to appeal to a generation of consumers who want to consume pure productsSun Jun 22 2025 - 06:00
Meet the people behind Ireland's new wave of neighbourhood wine shops and barsThis sector is packed with restaurant veterans who love their wine and want to share their knowledgeSat Jun 21 2025 - 05:00
Two Italian wines from Tesco to drink with pastaWines for the Weekend: Irish drinkers are familiar with Montepulciano d’Abruzzo but Pecorino is less well-knownFri Jun 20 2025 - 06:00
Why you’re serving your white wine too cold and your red wine too warmHow to Drink Better: Room temperature for wine refers to a time when homes had no central heatingSun Jun 15 2025 - 05:00
