Amanda Barnes, Author at Circle of Wine Writers

Meet the Member: Hugh Johnson OBE

Posted on November 4, 2019November 9, 2019 by Amanda Barnes

Hugh Johnson OBE is the world's best-selling wine writer and along with fellow Circle Member, Jancis Robinson, they have just launched the 8th edition 0f The World Atlas of Wine. Amanda Barnes interviews Hugh on his career as a wine writer and how he first came to put together the first edition of this revolutionary wine book in 1971. Hugh shares his thoughts on climate change, the evolution of wi...

Meet the Member: Michael Edwards

Posted on October 8, 2019October 9, 2019 by Amanda Barnes

Michael Edwards went from reading the Bar to dealing in Burgundy and is today one of the world's most respected Champagne writers and tasters. Amanda Barnes interviews him on his career in wine, the tides of change he has witnessed in Champagne, how he sees the future of wine and restaurant criticism and why a dirty Vodka Martini is the only secret in his cellar... How did you get into wine? In ...

If you go Dão in the woods today…

Posted on October 8, 2019 by Amanda Barnes

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Old World winemakers flock to New York State’s hot winemaking spot

Posted on October 7, 2019October 9, 2019 by Richard Leahy

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Brill Brit bubbles and beyond

Posted on October 7, 2019 by Peter Ranscombe

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Book review: Wines of the French Alps, by Wink Lorch

Posted on October 7, 2019October 9, 2019 by Dave DeSimone

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Foraging for Pignoletto in the Bolognese hills: Emilia-Romagna Trip Report 2019

Posted on October 7, 2019October 9, 2019 by Fairlamb, Keay & Barrett

Circle members Neil Fairlamb, Justin Keay and Stephen Barrett voyaged into the wine regions of northern Italy on a Circle trip to Emilia-Romagna from 31st May to 2nd June. They share their experiences of this delicious corner of Italy, from the underrated delights of Pignoletto (both in its bubbly and still rendition) to the tempting trattorias and delectable cuisine of the region. Neil ...

New member: Jolanta Smiciene

Posted on October 6, 2019October 7, 2019 by Jolanta Smiciene

Jolanta Smiciene has been working in the wine industry since 1998 and is a wine and travel journalist as well as a wine lector and consultant. A specialist in wines from Lithuania, Jolanta writes for several international publications and also frequently presents reports on the wine regions and wine market. Jolanta also has a specialism in Champagne and is a member of The Ordre des Coteaux de Cha...

Meet the Friend: Sue Harris

Posted on October 2, 2019October 2, 2019 by Amanda Barnes

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Tribute to Neville Blech

Posted on October 2, 2019October 9, 2019 by Amanda Barnes

Neville Blech passed away on 6th September 2019, aged 82, following a long battle with cancer. Neville was an active member of the Circle of Wine Writers and also served as Honorary Treasurer. A wine writer, importer and restaurateur, Neville had worked in many aspects of the trade throughout his career. His co-founder at Wine Behind the Label, David Moore, shares his tribute to Neville, f...