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Wine can be confusing and overwhelming. So if you don’t know where to start, you’re at the right place.

Explore our guides to help you learn about the world of wine and demystify this beast step by step. Here you will learn how to make wine, explore the different styles of wine and how to read wine labels, along with tips and advice on how to navigate wines.

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Sustainable, Organic, Biodynamic and Natural Wine: What’s the Difference?

Curious about sustainable, organic, biodynamic or natural wine? Here’s a clear, friendly guide to what each term means, how they differ, and how to spot them on a label.

How to Tell If a Wine Is Bad (or Faulty)

Not sure whether your wine has gone off? From cork taint to oxidation, heat damage and unexpected fizz, this guide breaks down the most common wine faults and how to recognise them with confidence.

How to Taste Wine Properly

Want to taste wine like a pro? In this guide, discover the simple steps to tasting wine properly – from observing colour to recognising aromas and flavours.

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How to Serve Wine Properly

Learn how to serve wine properly with our easy guide – from glassware and pouring tips to how and when to open and decant each style.

How to Choose Your Wine Glasses

Wondering which wine glass to use? Here’s a simple guide to the best glass shapes for every type of wine – from crisp whites to bold reds and sparkling wines.

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Wine Serving Temperature Guide

Wondering what temperature to serve your wine at? Here’s a simple guide to help you make sure your reds, whites, rosés, sparkling, and dessert wines taste their best.

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A Guide to Ice Wine

Ice wine is a rare dessert wine made from naturally frozen grapes. Learn about its production, flavours, and the best food pairings in our guide.

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How to Make Wine

Learn about the main techniques and processes involved in making wine and follow the steps from the vineyard to the bottle.

A wine barrel with a see-through bottom where you can see white wine and wine lees being stirred

What are Wine Lees?

Discover what are lees in wine, how and where they are used in winemaking and their impact on wine flavour, texture, and aroma.