Richard Ballantyne

  1. Wines are hit once more for above-inflation duty rises

    Wines are hit once more for above-inflation duty rises
    Wine duty has been radically changed in the UK. For the first time, wine duty is now charged based on the specific alcohol content
  2. The Phenomenon of Argentinian Malbec

    The Phenomenon of Argentinian Malbec
    Argentinian wines have made a mark and created a unique experience in the UK market over the past few decades. Their popularity is not just about high quality and exceptional value for money but about the journey they take your taste buds on. This article is a gateway to why Argentinian wines have become popular in the UK.
  3. Italian Wine - The Ultimate Buying Guide

    Italian Wine - The Ultimate Buying Guide
    Welcome to Noble Grape’s Ultimate Guide to Italian wines. As Italian wine specialists, we would like to share our expertise and help you navigate the complexity of this fascinating country. Continue reading →
  4. Welsh Wine Kicks Off at Noble Grape, Saturday 25th May

    Welsh Wine Kicks Off at Noble Grape, Saturday 25th May
    Welsh Wine Week Saturday 25th May 2024, 11am - 4pm 18 High Street, Cowbridge, CF71 7AG Welsh Wine Week is an annual event and we are pleased to be able to celebrate with a fantastic tasting of Welsh wines from the country's two best producers: White Castle and Montgomery. Woody Lennard from Montgomery and Robb Merchant from White Castle will...
  5. What is the difference between Chianti and Chianti Classico?

    What is the difference between Chianti and Chianti Classico?
    Read more about Chianti & Chianti Classico. Discover their differences and similaties, and how to choose the best bottles
  6. Gaja: A Historic Tasting of Vintages 2020 - 1958

    Gaja: A Historic Tasting of Vintages 2020 - 1958
    In October last year, I was fortunate enough to be invited to a tasting of Gaja's Piedmontese wines dating back to 1958. If this weren't enough, we would be hosted by two generations of the family: Angelo Gaja, the man himself, with his daughter Gaia and son Giovanni. From left: Gaia Gaja, Angelo Gaja, Giovanni Gaja Angelo began making the...
  7. Wine Duty Increases From 1st August - What This Means For You

    Wine Duty Increases From 1st August - What This Means For You
    The new regime of wine duty starts on 1st August. Here is everything you need to know
  8. Colle Gaio and Casal Pilozzo: Our Latest Discovery

    Colle Gaio and Casal Pilozzo: Our Latest Discovery
    Frascati's extraordinary Colle Gaio, one of Italy's great white wines will shortly be arriving at Noble Grape
  9. What is the difference between Prosecco and Prosecco Superiore?

    What is the difference between Prosecco and Prosecco Superiore?
    Learn the difference between Prosecco and Prosecco Supeiore and it's not all just about the price
  10. Busting Wine Myths: #1 Sulphites

    Busting Wine Myths: #1 Sulphites
    I felt that it was about time that I wrote on this matter, as I have been asked many times for Sulphite free wines. This is contentious matter and there is much confusion over a) what constitutes a sulphite free wine and b) what are the benefits and potential drawbacks of sulphites in wine. Some background is necessary. Sulphites have...

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