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Don't quote me Jancis's diary – November and December 2025

Jet lag, a bad cold, but somehow an awful lot of good wine was enjoyed. This diary is a double helping, covering late October to late December, because this particular...

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A guide to all our coverage of vintage 2024 in the Rhône Valley. Master of Wine and Rhône expert Alistair Cooper visited the Rhône Valley this autumn twice on your behalf to taste the latest vintage that will be coming...

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Demand, and prices, are falling. A version of this article is published by the Financial Times. Above, the view from Smith Madrone on Napa Valley’s Spring Mountain in early November. See Tasted in northern California. Last month I received an...

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Growing seasons vary enormously from year to year. Here's your free guide to the most relevant vintages in the most significant regions.

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For many people, one of the most challenging aspects of wine is knowing how to match food and wine.

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