The Raravina Journal - Wine Guides, Tasting Tips and Pairing Advice

A sommelier-led guide to winter drinking. Explore textured whites, cosy reds and aromatic bottles that elevate cold-weather cooking and seasonal hosting.

A cheat sheet for the most common wine tasting notes for the major grapes you'll see on a restaurant wine list or in the shop.

Giving wine as a gift does not have to be complicated. Here is how to choose a bottle with confidence, whatever the occasion or budget.

Winter changes how wine feels. From balance and alcohol to temperature and glassware, small adjustments can make a big difference. A practical guide to drinking well during the colder months.

The wine list arrives. It is fifteen pages long and the sommelier is hovering. Here is a better approach than pointing at something in the middle and hoping for the best.