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Tannin
Tannins are natural compounds, known as polyphenols, found in the grape skins, seeds and stems that contribute to the drying, astringent sensation in the mouth. The name ‘tannin’ comes from the old French word ‘tanin’, meaning tanning substance. This is because tannins were historically used in the process of tanning animal hides, due to their…
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25% off at Sainsbury’s
Sainsbury’s has buy any 6 or more, save 25% offer that ends midnight 30/07/2023.
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Yealands Sauvignon Blanc
Yealands Sauvignon Blanc from Marlborough, New Zealand is advertised as having a bright character, with a notes of stone fruit and guava, underlined by tropical flavours and a long, clean mineral finish. This wine is created using grapes from the Awatere and Wairau Valley vineyards. Over a period of eighteen days, the fruit is harvested,…
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Wines of Chile Tasting
The Wines of Chile wine tasting event is taking place on Wednesday, 13th September 2023, in London. The Royal Horticultural Halls, Lindley Hall and Lawrence Hall will open their doors, from 6 to 9 pm, for this anticipated event. Wine connoisseurs Oz Clarke, Olly Smith, and Susy Atkins (wine specialist for telegraph.co.uk and Delicious Magazine)…
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Increases in UK Wine Duty
From August 1, 2023, the UK has a new taxation policy on alcohol, primarily based on the drink’s alcohol strength. This change is expected to cause an approximate 9% rise in duty for nearly 90% of all still wine. With an additional 10.1% duty increase linked to the Retail Price Index (RPI), wine drinkers are…
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Decanter’s Top Supermarket Wines
Decanter is often associated with covering on high-end wines. However, they also evaluate supermarket wines, which can be found in the ‘Weekday Wines’ in their magazine. A tip is to go to decanter.com and select the Wine Reviews… Supermarket Wines section. Alternatively, this link currently works. Any wine with a rating above 89 matches the…
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25% off at Asda
Asda has a promotion, buy 6 or more save 25%. In England and NI. Until midnight 30/7/23.
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