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London Wine Show starts today

admin — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 08:33:00 GMT

The London wine show 2008 starts today, 23rd October at the Business Design Centre, London W1 Ticket hotline 0871 230 7144 Don't miss your chance to see the best wine show!...(read more)

Grape Things

admin — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 08:41:00 GMT

Grape Things on Stand B36 at the London Wine show. Grape Things, for the wine enthusiast. We are retailers of quality wine accessories and wine related gift items. Grapethings is a fast, efficient and reliable place to buy your wine accessories and gifts. You will find quality brands such as Riedel, Screwpull and Vacuvin to name but a few. In our range you will also find wine books, wine scented candles, cufflinks as well as glass and crystal stemware, decanters, corkscrews and much much more. Grape...(read more)

Don't miss the London Wine Show 2008

admin — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 08:16:00 GMT

Don't miss out, book your tickets now! The London Wine coming soon. 23rd to 26th October 2008 Business Design Centre , London N1 Book your tickets in advance and take advantage of our great ‘Buy one and get one half price’ deal on all days except Thursday's Preview evening! Book an early visiting session for cheaper ticket options. You can book your tickets in the following simple ways: 1. To book on-line > Order tickets here 2. Call the ticket hotline on 0871 230 7144 ....(read more)

Holidays For Wine Lovers

admin — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 11:43:00 GMT

See Grape Escapes at the London wine show stand B11 We are a specialist wine tour operator offering a broad selection of holidays and trips in the vineyard regions of France. From our ‘traditional’ Champagne weekends and Burgundy tours to a bespoke self-drive circuit or a birthday weekend, we create the perfect trip, whether for individuals, groups or companies. With Grape Escapes, you have the flexibility to arrange your perfect holiday. Why Grape Escapes? At Grape Escapes, we believe in delivering...(read more)

Wines of Argentina

admin — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 09:19:00 GMT

Stand B26 of the London Wine Show 2008 Welcome to Argentina… If you’ve ever had the chance to visit Argentina, you must have been overwhelmed by some things: A Buenos Aires reminiscent of the European Style, the extension and richness of the Pampas, the extraordinary landscapes of Patagonia, the majesty of the Andes, the invaluable historical and cultural patrimony of the North West, and the exuberant littoral region with its Iguazú Falls. The kindness of the people, their traditional festivities...(read more)

Wines of Germany

admin — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 15:23:00 GMT

Stand B70 at the London Wine Show In Germany, the main harvest of the 2008 grape crop is now underway. The first batches of early-ripening varietals, such as Rivaner (Müller-Thurgau), Portugieser or Frühburgunder (an early-ripening cousin of Pinot Noir) have already been harvested in the Baden, Pfalz and Rheinhessen regions. According to German Wine Institute spokesperson Ernst Büscher, “As of mid-September, the growth of the crop and the development of grape aromas are promising – and bode well...(read more)

Croft Port

admin — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:44:00 GMT

Vintage Port Decanting is a simple process and involves separating the wine from the crust by pouring it slowly and carefully into a decanter or another vessel leaving the sediment behind in the bottle. Ideally a bottle of Vintage Port should be stood upright for several hours before it is decanted so that any loose particles of sediment have time to settle to the bottom of the bottle. Some Vintage Ports have a white chalk mark painted on one side of the bottle. This indicates that the bottle has...(read more)

Wines Of Chile

admin — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 13:38:00 GMT

Nearly 500 Years of Chilean Wine Wine grapes ( Vitis vinifera ) are not native to the Americas; they arrived with the Spanish in the 1500s. Early attempts to form vineyards in more northerly climes, such as the Caribbean, Mexico, and Peru proved unsuccessful; in Chile, however, the vine found its first true New World home. The Catholic missionaries who followed the Spanish Conquistadors lamented the lack of wine that was essential for celebrating religious rites, and they set about to resolve the...(read more)

Drunken Monk Tavern

admin — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 11:34:00 GMT

Vitis Wines Stand C35-3 at the Wine Show Although we are a small company, we are gaining an excellent reputation among re-enactors for supplying and manning beer tents at functions ranging from Viking, through Medieval to Civil War. Not only do we supply the marquee, bar, licence, generators, lights and staff but we think we are the only company who also supply reproductions of the ales of the period. At events we have attended over the years this has been a feature of our success. Most of the period...(read more)

Hungarian Food and Wine

admin — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 08:24:00 GMT

Your gateway to genuine Hungarian food and wine on stand C35-2 at the London Wine Show Lucien Lanci came to Britain from Hungary in the 1950's when he harnessed his drive and passion to become a successful business man producing and importing for leading department stores. Back then packets of Paprika were sent from relations in Hungary and sausages and wines were simply not available. Knowledgeable about bringing only the best to market, and the stringent quality and continuity requirements...(read more)

Dartington Crystal

admin — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 14:32:00 GMT

See Dartington Crystal on Stand B66 at the London Wine show Dartington Glass as it was originally called was established in 1967, in Torrington, Devon, as a manufacturer of quality glassware. Since then it has developed and evolved many ranges of crystal and glassware based on its key skills of design and glass making. The story began in the 1920's at the beautiful Dartington Hall when a wealthy American heiress and her Yorkshireman husband; Dorothy and Leonard Elmhurst founded the Dartington...(read more)

California Wines

admin — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 08:18:00 GMT

While most include California in the new world wine category, California could also be regarded as the newest old world wine country. After all, California winemaking traditions date back to the late 1700’s, when Spanish missionaries introduced winemaking to California from Mexico. The combination of almost 250 years of wine making traditions and experience, our modern-day drive for innovation and improvement, and an ideal climate to grow grapes, makes California one of the best places...(read more)

Rosemount Estate

admin — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 16:56:00 GMT

The Story "Since inception I have always described Rosemount as 'The Prestige Wine of Australia'. I wanted everyone who worked for the company to feel they were involved in the best and only the best." - Bob Oatley, Founder, Rosemount Estate . In a little over 30 years, Rosemount Estate has established itself as one of Australia's leading wineries, producing a selection of fine wines that reflect the riches of the Australian climate and an unswerving dedication to winemaking...(read more)

Discover Penfolds at the London Wine Show 2008

admin — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Early Years PENFOLDS was founded by a young English doctor who migrated to one of his country's most distant colonies a century and a half ago. Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold was born in 1811, the youngest of 11 children. He studied medicine at St Bartholomew's Hospital, London, graduating in1838. The Grange Like many doctors before and since, Dr Penfold had a firm belief in the medicinal value of wine. Before he left Britain he had obtained vine cuttings from the south of France and these...(read more)

Addison Wines at the London Wine Show 2008

admin — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 10:57:00 GMT

In today's commercial era of conglomeration, mass branding has led to the steady but sure homogenization of many products. Here at Addison Wines we have long felt it is our duty to embrace and support unique and interesting products that have been created with passion, dedication and sheer hard work. We are constantly expanding our portfolio of wines from quality boutique growers creating wines with real charm. Sure, you may sometimes pay a few pence more than you would for a bland mass produced...(read more)

The City Wine Challenge @ the London Wine Show 2008

admin — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 08:55:00 GMT

Are you up for the Challenge...? The City Wine Challenge is a brand new and exciting wine competition taking place on Friday evening, 6.30 - 8.30pm. Eight teams, each from city-based institutions, will be invited to compete in a 'University Challenge' style wine competition in four separate heats. The winning team is the team which accumulates the most points. Each team will consist of four members who consider themselves to have a good knowledge of wine and wine trivia. Teams will be asked...(read more)

Chris Scott - Wine expert at the London wine show

admin — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 09:16:00 GMT

New Zealander Chris Scott first came into contact with the wine industry as a student in the 1990s winter pruning in Canterbury in New Zealand's South Island. He graduated with a first class honours degree in engineering and left the vineyards behind him to work overseas. Chris moved to England in 2001. In 2002 he began studying wine with the Wine & Spirit Education Trust and in the same year set up ThirtyFifty, the wine tasting company. Chris now heads up a team of 12 wine tasters across...(read more)

Spend and Send at the London Wine show 2008

admin — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 10:11:00 GMT

Want to enjoy some of the fine wines back at home but don't fancy carrying it? Then take advantage of this convenient service, free of charge and delivered to your door. Simply look out for the "Spend and Send" sign on the exhibitors' stands to see who's participating. Alternatively, you can shop your way around The Wine Show and pay just £8.00 (per case of 12 bottles of wine) for delivery to your doorstep. It's as easy as that! Look out for the "Spend and Send"...(read more)

Tickets for this years London Wine Show 2008

admin — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 13:24:00 GMT

Taste, try and buy your way around the world of wine at this years Wine Show, being held at The Business Design Centre from 23 - 26 October. Book your tickets in advance and take advantage of our great 'Buy one and get one half price' deal on all days except Thursday's Preview evening! GENERAL ADMISSION Special Buy One Get 2nd Half Price offer, available for advanced bookings online or by telephone. If you'd prefer to book via telephone please call, 0871 230 7144 . THE COUTTS PRIVATE...(read more)

This years London wine show

admin — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:14:00 GMT

The Business Design Centre 52 Upper Street Islington London N1 0QH Tube - Bus - Train The Show is just an easy 5-minute walk from Angel Tube (Northern Line). Highbury & Islington station is a short walk away (Victoria Line and mainline). The City and King's Cross, St. Pancras and Euston mainline stations are a short bus journey away. These buses will take you straight there: 4, 19, 30, 38, 43, 56, 73, 341 and 394. For route planners and timetables, please go to www.tfl.gov.uk Car The Business...(read more)

Codorniu Masterclass

admin — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 16:10:00 GMT

Learn more about Codorníu, the pioneers of Traditional Method Spanish sparkling wine, and sample the range in a complimentary Codorníu Masterclass on Stand W13 at The Wine Show. The classes include a tutored tasting of the Codorníu range with one of their experts. From grape to glass, learn about the elaborate Traditional Method of sparkling winemaking. Discover the true flavours in your glass and enjoy award-winning Codorníu for yourself. Each participant will also receive a complimentary goodie...(read more)

Susy Atkins, Wine Editor of Delicious Magazine at the London Wine Show

admin — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 08:50:00 GMT

This lively author and broadcaster is well known for her ability to communicate a traditional subject in a digestible, modern manner. Weekly wine columnist for the Sunday Telegraph Stella magazine, wine editor of Delicious magazine and a regular on BBC1's Saturday Kitchen, Susy was awarded the prestigious Communicator of the Year award in 2004 by the International Wine & Spirits Competition. The Cambridge graduate started her career as a journalist at WINE Magazine and discovered more about...(read more)

All the top Wine experts at the London Wine Show 2008

admin — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 09:47:00 GMT

Robert Joseph Described as "one of the 50 people in the world who would be influencing wine drinking in the 21st century", Robert has proved to be an extremely influential figure within the wine world. He is co-founder of the International Wine Challenge, the world's biggest wine competition, has launched Wine Challenges in China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, Russia, India, Vietnam and Thailand and has chaired or judged at wine competitions worldwide. In 1983, he founded Wine International...(read more)

The World's best Wine experts are at the London Wine Show October 2008

admin — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:17:00 GMT

Tim Atkin One of Britain's leading wine writers and an internationally recognised expert on the subject, Tim is the wine correspondent of The Observer and Wine Editor at Large of OLN. He also writes for Wine & Spirit, Woman and Home, The World of Fine Wine, The Economist's Intelligent Life, Country House and Observer Food Monthly. He appears regularly as a presenter on BBC One's Saturday Kitchen. The winner of numerous industry awards, Tim has contributed to a number of books on wine...(read more)

Matt Skinner at The London Wine Show October 2008

admin — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 09:56:00 GMT

Aged 18, fresh out of school and with little more than surfing on his mind, Matt landed a job at his local wine shop in order to make ends meet. Little did he know that he'd soon discover an insatiable passion and fascination for wine that would eventually see him writing about it, teaching it - and a decade later – becoming an internationally recognised wine expert. Matt has both a refreshing take on the industry and a knack for making wine simple. His first book Thirsty Work sold into a staggering...(read more)

Meet the world's leading wine experts at the London Wine Show 2008

admin — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:39:00 GMT

23th - 26th October 2008 at the Business Design Centre , London N1 Oz Clarke Oz Clarke's phenomenal wine career began when he captained the wine-tasting team for Oxford University. The colourful character has since gone on to become one of the most familiar and highly esteemed celebrity figures of the wine world. He has been the wine correspondent of The Daily Telegraph and written numerous books and guides on the subject, all received to notable critical acclaim and award. In addition to his...(read more)

Lanson at The Wine Show 2008!

admin — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:33:00 GMT

Corks will be popping and bubbles overflowing at this year’s luxurious champagne bar, kindly provided by Champagne Lanson. Fancy some sparkle? Come and join the party at this vibrant show feature. Centuries in the dedicated pursuit of perfection have established the House of Lanson as one of the premier champagne makers. Established back in 1760, it was awarded the Royal Warrant in 1860 by Queen Victoria. Today, the marriage of a contemporary dynamism with age-old tradition brings pleasure to millions...(read more)

The Rhône Zone - The London Wine Show 2008

admin — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:13:00 GMT

Head buzzing with newfound wine expertise and advice? Why not put your feet up with a glass of wine or challenge your friends to an interactive Wii competition in The Rhône Zone chill-out area with great prizes to be won and a free gift for every player! A case of Rhône wine will be up for grabs every day of the show, with all players being entered into a draw to win a weekend in the Rhône Valley. A selection of Côtes du Rhône wines will also be available for sampling so be sure to drop in! Kindly...(read more)

The Tasting Theatre - The London Wine Show

admin — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 08:28:00 GMT

The Tasting Theatre brought to you by Miele - The specialists in wine storage - In association with Vinopolis Join an audience of enthusiasts and take part in a tasting session in the relaxed environment of the celebrated Tasting Theatre brought to you by Miele - the specialists in wine storage. One of our celebrity experts will lead your session, inviting you to try a fabulous array of different wines from around the world. It's a great chance to taste something new - and to rest your feet too...(read more)

Wine Walks at the London wine show 2008

admin — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 16:56:00 GMT

Walk the Show with an expert guide Join one of our team of charismatic experts - who include Oz Clarke, Matt Skinner, Tim Atkin, Robert Joseph, Susy Atkins and Chris Scott - as they guide you personally around the show floor. They'll help you discover wines from different grape varieties and regions as you take the opportunity to sample, savour and stock up in a fun and relaxed environment. A timetable for the walks will be coming in mid-September. Places will be limited and pre-booking is essential...(read more)

The Coutts Private Cellar

admin — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 13:04:00 GMT

The Wine Show in association with Toptable. For the first time, Coutts & Co. bring you The Private Cellar at this year’s Wine Show! If you are a genuine wine fanatic, share your passion with an intimate audience at this most special area. The Coutts Private Cellar showcases a range of some of the finest wines on the market – sample them with the true connoisseurs and enter the draw to win a fantastic prize! Ensure you sample a range of the finest wines on the market in style. The ideal way to...(read more)

Preview Evening London Wine Show 2008

admin — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:58:00 GMT

Celebrate The Wine Show's opening night with a fantastical red-carpet evening of fine wine, live music and glittering entertainment as we transform our venue into the perfect wine tasting setting... Come straight from the office for a wonderful Thursday evening in N1. Bring colleagues, clients or friends along for a unique tasting experience and unwind from 6 - 9pm with untapped sampling. Brush shoulders with the leading industry experts and dine in our delectable food court, exclusive to Thursday...(read more)

The Wine Show, London 23rd - 26th October 2008

admin — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 08:45:00 GMT

Enjoy fine wining and dining? Got friends who'd relish the chance to taste and explore wine with you and world-leading experts? Then make your date with The Wine Show 2008 at London's Business Design Centre , Islington, from 23-26th October 2008. Each year 15,000 wine lovers gather at the country's biggest and best excuse to discover 1000's of wines in a fun, sociable and relaxed environment. Just one visit will enable you to: Get nose-to-nose with the wine experts. Sample a choice...(read more)

Wine and Chocolate

admin — Fri, 23 May 2008 14:50:00 GMT

Mmm, wine and chocolate. The Classic Wines Minute visits Pinot Boutique, a toy store for wine lovers, where Brian Freedman talks with the owner and samples a cabernet wine chocolate sauce that's out of this world. Join us as we find out just how many accessories there are for wine lovers! We talk about everything from gift baskets and decanters to refrigeration and corkscrews. To learn more about wine please join us at The Classic Wines Minute, and to buy your own wine or accessories please visit...(read more)

About Wine and Vintage Champagne: Veuve Clicquot

admin — Tue, 20 May 2008 10:37:00 GMT

Veuve Clicquot's Vintage Champagne is one of life's special treats. This week on the Classic Wines Minute Brian Freedman visits with Charles Curtis, the director of wine and spirits education for Moet Hennessy, to learn more about the qualities of vintage Champagne. Join us to learn what food pairings go well with Champagne, how long to keep vintage Champagne, and the complexity that vintage Champagne has on the nose and the palate. Visit us at The Classic Wines Minute to view all of our...(read more)

Tasting wine from Italy - The Merlot Showdown

admin — Sat, 17 May 2008 11:13:00 GMT

This week on The Classic Wines Minute Brian Freedman tastes two Merlot wines. What is out of the ordinary is that this is not about a French Merlot, which is where most of us think of when we think of Merlot. Both of the wines in this weeks Classic Wines Showdown are from Italy. Join us to discover what each wine brings to the table. Will the winner be the Falesco or the Santa Margherita? Watch our review and then try one of your own. Visit ClassicWines.com to find the perfect merlot for you. www...(read more)

Wine Tasting Tip

admin — Sat, 17 May 2008 11:11:00 GMT

San Diego and Temecula Valley Wine Country Frank Mangio of TasteofWineTV.com offers the first of four tips on tasting wine like a pro....(read more)

It's getting close!

admin — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 11:11:00 GMT

Make sure you put 25th to 28th in your diary and get your tickets for the London Wine show. Don't miss the chance to see that fantastic event. The Wine Show 2007 is the UK’s biggest wine event Each year The Wine Show attracts 15,000 wine lovers and wannabe wine buffs to Islington’s Design Centre , 25-28 October 2007...(read more)

The London Wine Show

admin — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 13:45:00 GMT

Wine expert update; Sarah Jane Evans MW Sarah Jane Evans is a wine writer and broadcaster. She recently became a Master of Wine and is one of the handful of women journalists in the world to have gained this rare qualification. She is an enthusiastic communicator, determined to avoid stuffy jargon. She is wine editor for BBC Good Food magazine and contributes regularly to olive magazine and Decanter; she was a regular guest on UK Food’s Great Food Live, and appears on R4 consumer programmes such...(read more)

The London Wine Show - Expert Update

admin — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 13:45:00 GMT

Tasting Theatre - The Wine Show - Lonodon 2007

admin — Tue, 28 Aug 2007 08:45:00 GMT

Sit back, relax and sample in our Wine Show Tasting Theatre - The Wine Show - Business Design Centre - London 25 - 28 October Join an audience of enthusiasts and take part in a tasting session in the relaxed environment of our very popular Tasting Theatre. One of our experts will lead your session, inviting you to try a fabulous array of different wines from around the world. It’s a great chance to taste something new – and to rest your feet too. Places are limited – and it’s on a first come first...(read more)

Features - The Wine Show - London 25 - 28 October 2007

admin — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 10:17:00 GMT

Master Wine New for 2007! Quiz the experts in "Master Wine" Put the wine world's experts in the hot seat and really test their know-how in "Master Wine": our own take on the famous TV "Mastermind" programme. This lively and informative Q&A feature gives you the rare chance to pose your own questions on any aspect of wine to the real professionals - with fun but informative results guaranteed! Threshers 10 minute tasting School Become a real wine buff in just...(read more)

The London Wine Show 2007 - The Experts - Matt Skinner

admin — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 15:21:00 GMT

Matt Skinner has both a refreshing take on the industry and a knack for making wine simple. His first book ‘Thirsty Work’ sold into a staggering 14 countries and was translated into 9 foreign languages. Recently, Thirsty Work was awarded ‘Best Educational Wine Book – UK’ at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards, and together with Matt’s second book The Juice 2006 – 100 Wines you should be drinking, featured on the Christmas 2005 best sellers list. Matt’s next book, ‘The Juice 2007’ was published in...(read more)

The London Wine Show 2007 - The Wine Experts

admin — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 12:45:00 GMT

OZ CLARKE Oz Clarke is one of the world's leading wine experts. His formidable reputation is based on his extensive wine knowledge and accessible, no-nonsense approach. Acknowledged as having one of the finest palates of anyone writing about wine today, he brings a refreshingly unorthodox wit and directness to the subject. Oz’s BBC TV appearances, most notably on Food and Drink , are broadcast around the world. He has won all the major wine writing awards both in the UK and the USA, including...(read more)

The Wine Show - London 25-28 October 2007

admin — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 14:55:00 GMT

Get to grips with grapes! Uncorked and unmissable -The Wine Show 2007 is the UK’s biggest wine event Are you one of the millions of time poor UK wine drinkers that promises themselves every year they’ll find time to learn more about wine to impress mates or a date, to choose wines confidently from a restaurant wine menu, to send back a bottle or challenge the sommelier, to match wines with food for home entertaining or family meals, to avoid boring grape varieties and explore new countries and styles...(read more)

The Wine Show

admin — Wed, 08 Aug 2007 14:14:00 GMT

"Taste in the twilight" at our exclusive opening night Celebrate The Wine Show's first night with an amazing evening of wine, music and entertainment as we transform our venue into a traditional vineyard under the stars. (Please watch this space as we confirm all the plans). With broadcaster and author Oz Clarke as your host and South of France Wines as the sponsors, you can look forward to great tastings, great fun, great food, great prizes and great wine bargains at this very exclusive...(read more)

The Wine Show 2007 - London

admin — Sat, 04 Aug 2007 10:36:00 GMT

What’s new for 2007? The Wine Show at the Business Design Centre , London, has a range of fantastic innovations lined up for you this year to make your visit even more special and enjoyable. Just take a look at what’s new for 2007: Quiz the experts in "Master Wine" Put the wine world's experts in the hot seat - it's fun and informative too! Buy unique wines at affordable prices in The Wine Market Discover impressive, out-of-the-ordinary wines by meeting smaller producers and retailers...(read more)

Exhibit at the Wine Show

admin — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 15:41:00 GMT

Get 15,000+ people in line to taste and buy your wines! Want to reach an appreciative audience of thousands with the great wines you have to offer? If so, The Wine Show 2007 is the only place to be - grow your business and your profits. Now in its successful 3rd year, exhibit with us and you can: Get set up for a profitable Christmas by selling at the Show - and long after. Meet thousands of wine enthusiasts face to face to promote and offer tastings of your wines, share your passion and knowledge...(read more)

Win a pair of free tickets to see the Wine Show in London

admin — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 15:40:00 GMT

Win a pair of tickets to see the fabulous wine show in London on October 25th to 28th 2007 Bestvenue.com has 50 pairs of tickets to give away free, all you have to do is register your interest in wine and register on our best friend page (click here ) to go into the free draw. You must be 18+ to enter....(read more)

Meet the world's leading wine experts

admin — Wed, 01 Aug 2007 10:08:00 GMT

Meet the wine world’s leading experts nose to nose!

Want to know what the best noses in the wine business know? You’ll find more here than in any other wine event this year! So take this rare chance to meet them face to face – and develop your own real nose for wine!

Tim Atkin MW

An internationally recognised expert on the subject of wine, Tim is one of Britain's leading wine writers. He is the wine correspondent of The Observer, where he appears every Sunday in OM, and Wine Editor at Large of OLN. He's also to be found regularly in the pages of Wine & Spirit, Woman and Home, The World of Fine Wine and Observer Food Monthly, as well as on BBC One's Saturday Kitchen.

Susy Atkins, Wine Editor of Delicious Magazine

You'll recognise Susy from her regular appearances on Radio 4, UKTV Food's Great Food Live and Channel 4's Richard & Judy's Wine Club. She's also a familiar guest as wine expert on Saturday Kitchen and Sunday Lunch Live. An author too, Susy is currently following her success with her Cocktails & Perfect Party Drinks (published 2005) with work on a brand new book. Susy is well-known for communicating her knowledge and sharing her enthusiasm for her speciality in a modern, lively manner.

Oz Clarke, broadcaster and author

One of the most famous faces in the world of wine, Oz Clarke spent most of the summer of 2006 in the depths of France filming the prime-time Oz and James' Big Wine Adventure series for BBC 2 with co-host James May of Top Gear fame. His book - Oz and James' Big Wine Adventure (BBC Books, 2006) - was written to accompany this acclaimed series and Oz's most recent work - Bordeaux (Websters, November 2006) - was shortlisted for the André Simon Memorial Awards for Food and Drink.
Oz's love of wine and his career in the business started when he captained the wine-tasting team for Oxford University - although after graduation, he also spent a number of years as an actor on the London stage.

Matt Skinner

Matt has both a refreshing take on the industry and a knack for making wine simple. His first book 'Thirsty Work' sold into a staggering 14 countries and was translated into 9 foreign languages. Matt¹s other books include The Juice 2006 and The Juice 2007 and he is currently writing The Juice 2008 and a follow up to Thirsty Work due for publication early 2008.
Matt is also a regular guest on ITV¹s Saturday Cooks, Daily Cooks, UK Food¹s Great Food Live & Food Uncut. He continues in his day to day role as Head of Wine Operations for Fifteen restaurant¹s world wide.

Robert Joseph

Robert Joseph was wine correspondent for The Sunday Telegraph for 16 years and is founder editor of WINE magazine. He is known for his down-to-earth approach, his readiness to puncture the pretensions of over praised wines and his skill at spotting the best value bottles. Among his many achievements he has won writing awards from the Marques de Caceres, Glenfiddich and the Wine Guild of the UK. He is also a Chevalier de Tastevin and a member of the Commanderie du Bontemps du Medoc et des Graves in Bordeaux. Robert is the author of over 20 books, including DK's French Wines and the Good Wine Guide 2003