You'll discover everything about wine here, from traditional grape varieties to exciting alternatives like berry and dandelion wines, plus expert guidance on cooking, serving, and enjoying wines from every corner of the world. Exploring Wine is here to help.
What Are Blended Wines?
Blended wines mix two or more grape varieties to create different flavours, and they're just as good as single-variety wines.
Bergerac
A French wine region east of Bordeaux producing reliable reds and whites, with Monbazillac's sweet wines as its standout offering.
Australia: New World Wines Success Story
Australian wine became a global powerhouse over 30 years, but mass-produced supermarket bottles are losing ground to more serious winemakers and French imports.
Using Wine in Punch or Cocktails
Make a proper punch or cocktail by choosing the right wine and fresh fruit to match your party style and season.
Which Wines for a Summer BBQ?
Pick the right wine for your summer BBQ based on what you actually enjoy drinking, not what you think you should.
The Right Wine for Christmas Dinner
Skip the wine stress and pick bottles your family actually enjoys with Christmas dinner, not what you think you should drink.
How to Make Sparkling Wine
Learn why champagne is only champagne if it comes from France, and how carbonation actually gets into the bottle.
White Wine Making
White wine can be made from white or red grapes, but timing the harvest and gentle handling during crushing are crucial to the final product.
Making Red Wine
The difference between ordinary red wine and exceptional wine comes down to the winemaker's skill in timing the harvest and managing fermentation.
History of Wine-Making in the British Isles
How English and Welsh vineyards rose and fell over 2,000 years, from Roman times to modern day.
Wines from Around the World: Romania
Romania has 6,000 years of winemaking history and produces some of Europe's oldest and largest wine selections.
Wines from Around the World: Canada
Canada has over 500 wineries producing award-winning wines, with cool-climate grapes creating lighter, fruitier styles than warmer regions.
Wines from Around the World: Lazio
Lazio wines pair beautifully with Rome's hearty local dishes and remain affordable in traditional Italian eateries.