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The Best Wine Regions to Discover Across the Iberian Peninsula

August 18, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

The best wine regions across the Iberian Peninsula offer far more than exceptional wines. They combine breathtaking landscapes, centuries-old traditions, historic villages and unique cultural experiences that make them worthwhile destinations for any traveller. From […]

Affordable Summer Wines from Romania

May 18, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

With summer hopefully just around the corner here in the UK, I thought I would take a look at six affordable summer wines for under £10 from a country that would perhaps not be your […]

Australian Riesling and Semillon Wine Tasting

May 15, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Australian Rieslings and Semillons have really established themselves over the last 20 years and are now viewed around the world as some of the most important and age-worthy styles, and I was able to try […]

2024 Berry Bros. and Rudd Bourgogne Côte d'Or Pinot Noir

Berry Bros. & Rudd Spring 2026 Wine Tasting

May 11, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Berry Bros. and Rudd recently held their Spring Press Tasting to celebrate the expansion of their Drink Now range with a wide range of over 90 wines from different regions around the world that cost […]

Brunello di Montalcino 2021 Pre-Release Tasting

March 28, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 1

Last month I attended a pre-release tasting for the new 2021 vintage of Brunello di Montalcino, handpicked and hosted by Berry Bros. & Rudd in the Napoleon Cellars at their St James’s Street premises. It […]

Burgundy 2024 En Primeur Tasting

February 12, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

A few weeks ago, Berry Bros. & Rudd held their annual Burgundy tasting at the Mall Galleries in London, just a stone’s throw from their home at No.3 St James’s Street, featuring just over 50 […]

Berry Bros. and Rudd Artisan Champagne Tasting

November 8, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

Last month, for the first time, Berry Bros. and Rudd organised a special tasting dedicated entirely to their exceptional collection of artisanal Champagne to celebrate autumn, and where a group of us got the opportunity […]

Exploring Europe’s Best Wine Regions

October 13, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 1

Wine has long been a favourite drink for many people to indulge in. With a wide variety of flavours to suit different palettes and various combinations, there is something for everyone to enjoy when it […]

Hosting for Wine-Lovers with Dietary or Sensitivity Needs

October 8, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

There’s something special about having friends over for wine. The laughter, the clinking glasses and the cosy glow of candles all set the perfect mood. But planning a wine night can feel tricky when some […]

EuroCave’s New Harmonie Wine Storage Collection

September 6, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

The Brits have always liked their wine, but we are increasingly becoming a nation of wine drinkers and connoisseurs here in the UK. You only have to walk down the supermarket aisles to see the […]