Aldi's £15 Champagne Impresses Experts
Aldi's budget-friendly champagne, priced at just £15, has won over wine critics ahead of Christmas. Experts highlight its elegant taste and value, making it a smart choice for festive toasts.
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Doctor's urgent warning over hand washing wine glasses
A US emergency physician warns a common post-party chore risks serious hand injuries. Discover the safer alternative to avoid a trip to A&E this festive season.
Review: M&S's new rosé mulled wine is a festive surprise
Our reporter tries Marks & Spencer's new 2025 rosé mulled wine. Discover the surprising first taste and whether this 'high street first' is worth £6. Read the full verdict now.
4 Supermarket Red Wines for Your Christmas Feast
Discover four superb supermarket red wines for your festive table. From elegant Pinot Noir to robust Montepulciano, find the perfect pairing for turkey, roast meats, and cheese.
Best Budget Champagne & Sparkling Wine for Christmas
Experts reveal the best supermarket champagne and sparkling wine for under £50 this festive season. Discover award-winning bargains from Aldi, Co-op, Tesco and more.
Keira Knightley sells French vineyard after passion project
Keira Knightley reveals the 'difficult' decision to sell her beloved £3m French vineyard, the site of her 2013 wedding to James Righton. Discover why the organic wine venture ended.
Waitrose's £6 Mulled Wine Tops Blind Taste Test
Our experts blind-tasted supermarket mulled wines. Waitrose's £6 bottle was the winner, praised for its festive spices and drinkability. Discover the full ranking.
Top 10 Christmas Sparkling Wines: Expert Picks
Wine expert Lucy Hitchcock reveals her top 10 sparkling wines for the festive season, from budget Cavas to premium English fizz. Discover brilliant bubbles at every price point.
Wealthy wine lovers pay $5,000 for Sonoma 'Grape Camp'
Affluent wine enthusiasts are spending thousands to experience manual labour at a 'Grape Camp' in California's Sonoma County. Discover this unique wine tourism trend and the debate it sparks.
Definitive Guide to the Best Christmas Wines 2025
Rosamund Hall's definitive guide to the best Christmas wines for 2025, featuring joyful, great-value bottles from £6 to £40 to elevate your festive celebrations.
UK's Favourite Aussie Wine Comes From Unknown Riverland Town
Discover Waikerie, the unsung South Australian town producing the Oxford Landing Sauvignon Blanc that's been the UK's top-selling Australian white for 25+ years. Explore its unique terroir.
Best Budget Bubbles for Christmas Under £25
Discover four expert-picked sparkling wines and a Champagne for your festive parties, all under £25. Perfect for Christmas drinks and last-minute gatherings.
Best Wine Aerators 2025: Top Picks Tested
Discover the best wine aerators to enhance your red wine's flavour and aroma. Our expert tested 11 models to find the top performers for every budget.
Alcohol duty rise to add 38p to gin from February 2026
Brits will pay more for wine, spirits and beer as alcohol duty rises by 3.66% in February 2026. See exactly how much your favourite drink will cost.
Wine Merchant's Daring £50,000 City Rescue Mission
Wine expert Tom Gilbey recounts a frantic dawn mission to reclaim £50,000 of unpaid wine from a collapsing firm. Discover the thrilling stories in his new book, Thirsty.
Wine storage mistake revealed by expert
An expert reveals the correct way to store wine after a Reddit debate stuns many. Learn how to protect your bottles from oxidation and preserve flavour for Christmas and beyond.
Master of Wine's Perfect Christmas Pairings Revealed
Majestic's Master of Wine Jane Masters shares expert Christmas wine pairings for gifts, dinner & more. Impress your guests and boost your wine knowledge this festive season.
Expert Picks: Best Supermarket Wines for 2025
Discover the top supermarket wines chosen by sommeliers and experts. From crisp whites to champagne alternatives, find your perfect bargain bottle for any occasion.
Budget 2025: Alcohol duty rises with inflation
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces alcohol duty hike in line with 4.5% inflation, set to impact prices in pubs and shops. Discover how the new rates affect you.
Budget Leak Causes Market Chaos, Tax Hikes Revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces Budget leak crisis revealing tax increases for one in four workers by 2030, sparking financial market turmoil and political fallout.
Budget: Wine price to rise 15p in alcohol duty hike
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget to increase alcohol duty by 4.3%, adding 15p to wine and 47p to Scotch. Hospitality sector warns of devastating impact. Read the full analysis.
Top 12 White Wines for Summer 2024
Expert Aidy Smith selects the best white wines for summer, from budget-friendly finds to luxury indulgences. Discover your perfect chilled tipple for sunny days.
Expert picks: 11 best supermarket wines for 2025
Discover the top supermarket wines chosen by sommeliers and experts. From crisp whites to champagne alternatives, find your perfect bottle under £30. Shop smart with our 2025 guide.
Waitrose Wins 2025 Supermarket Mulled Wine Taste Test
Our blind taste test of supermarket mulled wines crowned Waitrose's £6 bottle as the clear winner. Discover which festive drinks impressed our experts and find your perfect Christmas tipple.
Best Supermarket Wines: The Ultimate Buying Guide
Discover which supermarket wines are worth your money as Independent's experts taste-test hundreds of bottles to bring you the definitive guide to affordable excellence.
Best Supermarket Mulled Wine Taste Test Results
Our expert taste test reveals which supermarket mulled wine delivers the perfect festive flavour without breaking the bank. Discover the surprising winners and festive fails.
Best Mulled Wine UK: Top Christmas Winter Warmers 2024
Our expert taste test reveals the finest bottled mulled wines available in UK supermarkets this Christmas season. Find your perfect festive tipple!
Why This Wine Expert Banned Sauvignon Blanc
A wine connoisseur's shocking discovery about Sauvignon Blanc is changing how Brits choose their wine. Find out why this popular grape might be your worst choice and what to drink instead.
Bonfire Night Red Wines: Expert's Top Picks
Discover expert-selected red wines that will elevate your Guy Fawkes Night celebrations. From robust Malbecs to smooth Merlots, find your perfect fireworks pairing.
Best Supermarket Prosecco & Sparkling Wines Guide
Discover the best affordable sparkling wines from UK supermarkets. Our expert tasting reveals which bottles deliver champagne quality without the luxury price tag.
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