The next Let’s talk about… session digs deep into dirt... Circle member Sunny Hodge, whose book The Cynic’s Guide to Wine has prompted much discussion since its publication earlier this year, will talk soil science. He’ll discuss how vines interact with soil and the resulting direct influence on wine. Sunny will cover where this aspect […]

A Sparkling Celebration: Festive Wine & Dine Awaits Embrace the festive season with an evening of fine wines and exceptional food. Discover the artistry behind every bottle as they share insight into their vineyards - Leonardslee Family Vineyards nestled in the rolling hills of Sussex and Benguela Cove, South Africa upon the sun-kissed slopes of […]

We are heading to London Cru again this year for more festive fun. Please put the date in your diary, more details to follow.

The 2026 season of Let’s talk about… continues with one of the Circle’s members, Italian expert David Way, discussing an aspect of Piemonte unfamiliar to many but increasingly necessary to understand. Piemonte is chiefly famous for its world-class red wines. But the last 15 years have seen a notable rise in the plantings of white […]

The Italian Trade Agency is spotlighting Italian wines in the UK with a major tasting event featuring producers from across Italy. Masterclass led by Peter McCombie MW: 2pm to 3pm “The Lightness Revolution: Italian Reds Redefined” From heavy oak to lifted perfume — exploring how Italian reds have become more transparent, food-friendly, and globally relevant. Register […]

Explore Australia and New Zealand’s distinctive terroirs, vibrant winemaking communities and thrilling wines in this collaboration between Wine Australia and New Zealand Winegrowers. The Aussies and Kiwis are good mates with lots in common. Fine wine, great food, stunning scenery, the cool Southern Ocean and also their cool Antipodean attitude. Don't miss this joint event […]

Explore Australia and New Zealand’s distinctive terroirs, vibrant winemaking communities and thrilling wines in this collaboration between Wine Australia and New Zealand Winegrowers. The Aussies and Kiwis are good mates with lots in common. Fine wine, great food, stunning scenery, the cool Southern Ocean and also their cool Antipodean attitude. Don't miss this joint event […]

Explore Australia and New Zealand’s distinctive terroirs, vibrant winemaking communities and thrilling wines in this collaboration between Wine Australia and New Zealand Winegrowers. The Aussies and Kiwis are good mates with lots in common. Fine wine, great food, stunning scenery, the cool Southern Ocean and also their cool Antipodean attitude. Don't miss this joint event […]

All specialized languages evolve, their vocabularies enjoying cycles of emergence, standardization, modernization, and reinvention. Such a cycle has radically transformed wine discourse over the last fifty years. Examining this evolution reveals our ever-shifting attitudes toward the meaning and value of this singular beverage. In this talk, Meg uses Pinot Noir as a lens through which […]

They’ll be pouring around 50 wines from AVAs across the state, including The Finger Lakes, Long Island, Hudson River, and Lake Erie. Please contact [email protected] for more details.