It’s January, which means it’s dry January for a lot of people. You may be surprised to hear that I, a wine lover and a wine merchant, actually encourage people to take time off and attempt going dry for a few weeks. As much as I love wine, I acknowledge… Read More »Three Fun Ways To Learn About Wine
When choosing wine, it’s very easy to opt for old-world wines from the classic regions/countries like France, Spain & Italy. To be honest, what’s not to love about ‘old-world’ wine? They’ve all been producing wine for long enough to know a thing or two about how to make a good… Read More »Wines & Regions You May Not Have Heard Of: Nova Scotia & Tidal Bay
Welcome back to our wine basics blog series! We’re here to make the world of wine a little less daunting by helping you take those first steps on your journey to becoming a wine expert. Last time we learned what wine is and how it’s made, and now it’s time… Read More »Learn About Wine: Notable Grape Varieties
At the time of writing, it’s late August 2023. We’ve not really had a summer and Autumn will quickly be upon us, however that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy Rosé. It doesn’t have to be a seasonal drink. Why Do Some People Hate Rosé? During my career, I have found… Read More »A Brief Guide to Rosé – The Grape Kitchen’s Essential Introduction
If you’re a budding wine aficionado, or you’re just a little curious, you might be wondering, actually, what even is wine? And where does it come from?