Wine

WINE STYLES & REGIONS MADE SIMPLE

Chardonnay

The rise of cheap New World Chardonnay may have tarnished the image of this versatile varietal, but as Chris Losh says, you can’t keep a good grape down

Portugal in 2010

With a wealth of exciting regions and native grapes to explore, Portugal offers plenty for oenophiles to enjoy. Sarah Ahmed shares her highlights for 2010

Spain - Wine Styles

Indigenous grapes, both well known and rediscovered, underpin Spain’s most exciting wine styles – and they’re great with food. Patricia Langton reports

WINE STYLES & REGIONS IN GREATER DEPTH

Burgundy for Beginners
The huge diversity of Burgundy’s wines may be baffling, but therein lies their unique fascination. Vive la différence, says Richard Woodard
Sipping for England - UK Vineyards
A growing number of English winemakers are welcoming visitors through their gates – and some of them can be reached on a day-trip from London. Susanna Forbes reports
Cool in Chile
As new regions are being planted and cool-climate styles emerging in Chile, Chris Losh argues that now is the perfect time to discover more about the country’s wines

Great Recipes for Autumn, with Californian wines to match

With the nights drawing in, it’s time to seek comfort in great food matched with rich but elegant wines. Natasha Hughes suggests three dishes to cook at home and recommends some ideal Californian wine styles to drink with them. For example, try duck breast with potato rosti alongside an earthy Pinot Noir with some bottle age, or with a peppery, savoury Rhône-style blend from one of California's cooler wine-growing regions