Claire @ fromthegrapevine
Pinot Noir from around the world
August 18th is International Pinot Noir Day, so we took a range of guests and 6 Pinot Noirs from around the world.
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From the Grapevine
Swindon's guide to wine and spirits
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Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Jul 23
Tequila for beginners
July 24th is National Tequila Day. Learn more about this misunderstood spirit in our beginner's guide.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Jul 3
Summer wine tasting
We hosted 25 thirsty wine lovers to taste a range of summer wines.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Apr 17
Wine Trails
Lonely Planet's 2015 "Wine Trails" book has been updated. Here's my verdict.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Jan 29
National Furmint Day!
A few facts about the furmint grape in celebration of National Furmint Day.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Nov 26, 2022
Our festive wine tasting
With Christmas around the corner, we attracted a sellout crowd at the Eastcott Community Centre for the Festive wine tasting.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Oct 20, 2022
Alcoholic gifts for Christmas
With Christmas closing in fast, it's time to get organised & find great gifts for friends & loved ones. Our blog post has some suggestions.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Jul 13, 2022
Bikes and wines along the Loire
Two years later than planned (thanks, Covid!) we packed our panniers and headed off to seek wines along the Loire.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- May 29, 2022
The day of La Rioja
June 9th is "The day of La Rioja"- learn more about one of Spain's flagship wine regions.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Apr 28, 2022
Events are back!!
I have started up an events calendar for Swindon. Check out the events page for all things wine, beer, spirits...
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Mar 10, 2022
A grape escape in Cheltenham
The Grape Escape has reopened in its new premises in Cheltenham. We popped along to sample its wares.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Dec 10, 2021
The Thinking Drinkers pub quiz
It was about time was had a good laugh, and the Thinking Drinkers provided just that.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Dec 1, 2021
Advent wines
Come on a wine journey as I open my wine advent calendar each day...
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Nov 18, 2021
Special wines for special occasions
With Christmas around the corner, we road tested a range of white and red wines in the £15 - £25 bracket to see what tickled our taste buds
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Sep 26, 2021
Exploring Porto and the Douro Valley
I finally escaped 18 months of covid captivity to go and explore the Douro Valley in Northern Portugal - tasting wines along the way!
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- May 23, 2021
National Chardonnay Day
The Thursday before Memorial Day has been designated National Chardonnay Day. Here's our pick of the best supermarket chardonnays.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- May 20, 2021
Wine gifts for Father's Day
With Father's Day on the horizon, it's time to get organised and find something nice for Dad.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Mar 19, 2021
Celebrity wines
We take a look at the wines endorsed by celebrities on the supermarket shelves...
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Mar 1, 2021
Wine gifts for Mother's Day
With Mother's Day on the horizon, it's time to get organised and find something nice for Mum. Here's our suggestions.
Claire @ fromthegrapevine
- Feb 13, 2021
Wines for your Valentine
Suggestions for pairing your Valentine’s meal with delicious wine choices.
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