Harpers – Mike Matthews on Stevens Garnier’s Portuguese portfolio
Portuguese wines are good, fact! I’m not entirely sure why I tend to ignore them at trade events. My eyes were first opened up to the greater possibilities of Portugal‘s … Continue reading
Harpers – Mike Matthews finds lots for independents at Jascots February trade tasting
In a time when wallets are leaner than beef in a Findus Lasagne, the everyday consumer is always on the lookout for the next best deal. Wine companies have the … Continue reading
Mike Matthews – Harpers Newsletter Jan 11th 2013 including ME!!
Welcome to the Harpers newsletter Laura January 11, 2013 News headlinesBurgundy En Primeur 2011 Tasting Reviews: To help you keep on top of the large number of Burgundy tastings this … Continue reading
Harpers – Mike Matthews on the quality of Edinburgh’s wine merchants
You’re in the Scottish capital and you’re looking for a decent bottle of wine, where do you go? It would be easy to think of Scotland’s drinking habits, based on … Continue reading
Harpers – Mike Matthews looks at new styles emerging from New Zealand at its New Release trade tasting
Albariño and Arneis may not be synonymous with New Zealand; it’s a far cry from the usual fare we are used to. Add in Grüner Veltliner, Gewürztraminer, Riesling and Sauvignon … Continue reading
Magics Wine Guide & Reviews for Newbies. 1st Birthday.
Today Magics Wine Guide & Reviews for Newbies celebrates its 1st birthday. A year ago a friend of mine suggested I start a wine blog. She suggested that I could, … Continue reading
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