Wine 101 with kate hawkings

The wine scene in this Portuguese coastal region has undergone an exciting transformation, and the wealth of local grape varieties and styles here provide for a rewarding voyage of discovery

Our regular learning section helps you get more from your glass

‘We are seeing a shift back towards the known, the familiar and, ultimately, the comforting’

The wine critic for The New York Times would love a bottle of Cheval Blanc 1947, but will happily drink a $14 Garnacha from Navarra

Ideas and inspiration for wine lovers, every month

We love exploring new countries in our ’van, but are creatures of habit where winter is concerned, heading straight for Spain. We love walking, and its southern mountains are perfect for (mostly) care