Monthly Archives: January 2013

East meeting west

Posted on January 30, 2013 by johnann1997

In recent times I’ve become aware of some interesting connections between the two sides of the Adriatic. I love Primitivo but I have yet to try a good mature Plavec Mali – from which Primitivo and Zinfandel descend. Hopefully we … Continue reading →

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Spain in my sights

Posted on January 24, 2013 by johnann1997

So – New Year and new challenges! I am looking to return to the Wine & Spirit Education Trust to teach one or two of their courses and my first hurdle is to give a presentation on Spanish Wine Label … Continue reading →

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Good tipples and lots of tattle

Posted on January 9, 2013 by johnann1997

Hail to the White Hart at Ufford! My Wine Appreciation group met there last Saturday and were suitably impressed with food, wine and ambience. An interesting red – Merlot/Malbec from New Zealand – and a pleasing white – French Viognier … Continue reading →

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