Words, Wines & Wonders

From reviews and wine profiles from our extensive portfolio to team updates, events and regional travels – our blog covers it all.

Introducing “Les Merveilleux Producteurs”

We have put together a marvellous line-up of 12 natural, organic or biodynamic wines from the Dhall & Nash portfolio…


Staff Wine Focus with Tori Haysom

"Vincent Carême's "Le Peu Morier" is the epitome of what I call magic and is my current love..."


Vintage Billecart-Salmon Masterclass with Sebastien Papin

An evening of elegant Billecart-Salmon Champagne with Brand Ambassador Sebastien Papin.


Flowers Winery: Wilderness Winemakers

The extreme Sonoma Coast is no place for the light-hearted. One of the most beautiful and powerfully raw wine regions.


Staff Wine Focus with Owen Wood

"A renowned wine that is incredibly affordable that I always delight in introducing to our dinner guests."


Hawkshead: A Nod to Nature

Everything about Hawkshead is a nod to nature, from the philosophy behind the viticulture to the meaning behind its…


A Half Dozen Rosés Sure to Woo Your Special Someone

What if the roses that we’ve come to know and love were drinkable? What if they were actually rosés?!


Staff Wine Focus with Michael Hanna

"In my opinion the Fernando de Castilla Antique Oloroso is by far one of the most complex and delicious wines in our…


Bringing in 2019 with Wine, Sunsets & Tropical Islands

Another year, and another celebration of good food, wine and island life at Vomo in Fiji.


Festive Picks: Armand de Brignac ‘Ace of Spades’ Gold Brut Champagne

“The nose is full of flavours and rich with notes of white flowers and crème patissière. However, the palate is crisp,…


Festive Picks: 2016 Ogier Côtes du Rhone Blanc

Pure golden straw colour in the glass. On the nose; subtle hints of delicate flowers (rose, peony,) harmonize with…


Festive Picks: 1995 Chateau Climens

“A butterscotch, dried pineapple, kumquat and wax-resin bouquet that is well defined and now fully open for business.…


Festive Picks: 2015 Vincent Carême L’Ancestrale

Delicate and creamy on the palate with a long, lingering finish. The nose holds hints of toastiness and white fruits.


Festive Picks: 2013 Ferreira Late Bottled Vintage Porto

This is a dry, dark and dense wine. It has concentrated tannins and intense fruit that gives power. Spice tones, a hint…


Festive Picks: 2018 Bohemian The Dancer Rosé

Soft entry to the stage, with cool, fresh acidity that drives the red berry and floral characters across the palate.…


Festive Picks: 2014 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Muscat de Beaumes de Venise

Orange marmalade and apricot liqueur explode on the nose. The palate is dense and rich but enhanced with a beautiful…


Festive Picks: NV Egly-Ouriet Brut Tradition Grand Cru

Its rippling intensity juxtaposes magnificently with marvellous acid line, underscored by prominent, fine chalk…


Festive Picks: 2015 Sacha Lichine Le Coq Rouge

Notes of red fruits, strawberries and cherries. Round, crunchy, good length and great freshness.


Festive Picks: Fernando de Castilla Amontillado Rare Old Class

Fascinatingly complex raisined, nutty, tangy nose. Flatteringly sweet at first, easing into semi dry at the finish…


Festive Picks: La Marca Piccolos 3 Pack

This is a delightfully fresh and elegant Prosecco with apple and nutty flavours on a frothy and lively palate.