Amanda Barnes, Author at Circle of Wine Writers

The Future of Wine Tastings – Industry survey results

Posted on August 9, 2020 by Amanda Barnes

Charlotte Hey reports on the findings of The Future of Wine Tastings survey held by various communications teams in the wine industry. The Future of Wine Tastings research, carried out by a collection of the UK's leading wine PR agencies and generic wine bodies surveyed 1500+ wine trade professionals, buyers, press and influencers in the UK and abroad over period of a month from the 11th June- 7...

Meet the Friend: Emma Roberts

Posted on August 9, 2020August 12, 2020 by Amanda Barnes

Emma Roberts is director of Eviva Communications working with clients that range from Picpoul de Pinet to Japanese spirits. Amanda Barnes interviews her to find out more about how she got into the wine world and how lockdown has changed the industry from her perspective, including the positive side of helping the planet, riding a bicycle and working in your pyjamas. How did you get into...

Roussanne really right for the Cape

Posted on August 9, 2020August 9, 2020 by Malu Lambert

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Meet the Member: Michael Fridjhon

Posted on August 8, 2020August 9, 2020 by Michael Fridjhon

Michael Fridjhon delivers a frank assessment on the far-reaching impact of Covid-19 on the Cape wine industry, which has seen a ban on exports and alcohol sales. He also talks about defining moments in the development of the South African wine scene, and how pre-Covid, he never really had a ‘normal’ day. This has been one of the toughest times for the South African wine industry in recent years. ...

An eruption of Gamay in Côtes d’Auvergne

Posted on August 8, 2020 by Wink Lorch

In the first of two articles, Wink Lorch leaves the French Alps and veers into volcanic mountain territory to explore the Côtes d’Auvergne, a wine region that has risen from the ashes, and is joined by fellow CWW member and Loire expert Jim Budd. The second instalment is due to appear in September’s edition of The Circular. Having been lucky enough to spend lockdown high up in my French Alpine ho...

TerraNoble’s quest for terroir Carmenère

Posted on August 8, 2020August 12, 2020 by Amanda Barnes

The Drinks Trust CV-19 Emergency Grant data shows where need is greatest

Posted on July 6, 2020July 6, 2020 by Amanda Barnes

Having helped over 1,750 beneficiaries who applied for The Drinks Trust COVID-19 Emergency Grant, the following trends have become clear having now analysed the data. To date, 1,750 beneficiaries have been awarded a £250 grant In the first 5 months of 2020, The Drinks Trust have awarded over £800,000 in financial and wellbeing grants versus £627,339 in the whole of 2019 31% of grant r...

Matt Wilson’s photography goes on exhibition, in 3D

Posted on July 6, 2020July 6, 2020 by Matt Wilson

Circle member and Chile-based photographer Matt Wilson has his work currently on exhibition — virtually! The 3D exhibition at Kunstmatrix shows some of his more iconic images from the last 15 years and includes 48 pieces. Many of the images are for sale and 20% of all proceeds will go to one of two charities, The Drinks Trust and Show Racism the Red Card.

Meet the Member: Sue Tolson

Posted on July 6, 2020July 7, 2020 by Sue Tolson

Sue Tolson has become increasingly involved in the Hungarian wine scene, having been based in Budapest for several years. Amanda Barnes interviews her to find out what's happening in Hungarian wine and why she's also keen to unite volcanic wine producers from around the world. What first sparked your interest in wine? My dad enjoyed wine, so I was always a little interested. Funnily enough, he...

Building community to preserve children’s hope

Posted on July 6, 2020 by Cathrine Todd