Who? Caro Feely
What? Owning a vineyard might be the dream of many but few make it financially viable. Saving Our Skin is the story of Sean and Caro Feely trying to create an organic vineyard in the South of France. As well as building the vineyard of their dreams, the book is about finding a new life in a new country and all the struggles that come with it.
When? Available now
Where? Available online and in store
How? Buy now from Amazon
Who? Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) What? Following the resounding success of the inaugural WSET Gin Ramble, the event returns again for mark two. The new and improved tour will include a trip to Sipsmiths, lunch at former gin palace Princess Victoria and gin cocktail masterclass. Priced at £125. When? 27th September Where? Tour starts at WSET, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF How? Book by calling 020 7089 3841
Who? Tio Pepe What? If you thought you knew what fino serry was all about then Tio Pepe En Rama will definitely change your mind. This fifth annual release is unfiltered fino that’s bottled from two different soleras (the system by which sherry is produced) when the flor (the stuff that gives sherry its flavour) is at their thickest. Complex, nutty and definitely a change from expectations. When? Available now Where? Berry Brothers & Rudd, Lea & Sandeman, The Wine Society and other good wine merchants How? For more information, see www.tiopepe.co.uk
Who? Element 29 What? Element 29, a British made vodka named after the 29th element in the periodic table, copper, has recently launched. The vodka is designed to be refillable via a12 bottle refill reservoir and claims to reduce packaging by 95%, cutting transported weight by 45% and transported volume by 63% and completely avoids the carbon costs of producing and recycling glass. When? Available now Where? Stockist list available on www.element29vodka.com How? Visit website for more information
Who? J.C. Le Roux What? After extensive renovations, the House of J.C. Le Roux has now reopened. J.C. Le Roux are the first winemakers in South Africa to be entirely dedicated to the creation of sparkling wines. The new House of J.C. Le Roux offers more space for tastings including their popular marshmallow, meringue and nougat pairings. When? Open now Where? Devon Valley Road, Stellenbosch, South Africa www.jcleroux.co.za How? To book tours and tastings, call +2721 865 8200 (ext 1) Fly via KLM
What? Coffee connoisseur festive hamper. Priced at £30. Where? Available online from The East India Company
Who? Waterford Crystal What? Waterford Crystal has recently launched the new Lismore Connoisseur range, designed with the modern whisky drinker in mind. There are four different shapes available, each fine-tuned to the way that one might drink whisky. For example, the Flared Sipping Tumbler has a rounded bowl to warm and swirl the whiskey, a pinched middle to concentrate the bouquet, and a flared opening that releases the aromas. Priced at £120 for a set of four mixed tumblers. When? Available to pre-order now Where? Available online from Waterford Crystal How? Buy now from Waterford Crystal
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