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Lala V Côtes de Provence Rosé

September 5, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 1

Last week a small group of guests gathered at Hacktons Knightsbridge flagship store for an exclusive summer party to celebrate the UK launch partnership of Lady Eliza Spencer’s Provençal rosé, Lala V, which embodies sophistication, […]

Corsican Wine

August 30, 2026 Our Man On The Ground 0

Wine pairing is a science. Pairing wine with films is an art form. Some pairings and perfect pours are obvious. Some not. Chianti is the obvious go-to-wine to watch Hannibal and The Silence of Lambs […]

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 […]

Why a Wine Tour is a Perfect Date Idea

May 20, 2025 Our Man On The Ground 0

We’ve all been there – scrolling through options for a date night, looking for something that feels fresh, a little romantic and maybe even memorable. Dinner and a movie? Safe, but predictable. Coffee catch-up? Sweet […]

Seasonal Supper Clubs and Pop Ups at Downsview Vineyard

September 8, 2024 Our Man On The Ground 0

Family-run vineyard and winery Downsview is tucked away in Crowborough in the Kent and Sussex Weald and recently started collaborating with local producers and chefs to create a unique eating and drinking destination for food […]