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Discover the Wines of Victoria
Victoria’s wine industry dates back to the mid-19th century. The region thrived until the late 1800s when the phylloxera outbreak devastated many vineyards across the...
One man's journey across Uruguay
Uruguay is where it is said the ‘old world’ meets the ‘new world’ in South America. As the term ‘new world’ is problematic, I prefer...
A brief look at the History and Wines of Ribera del Duero Wines
A brief look at the History and Wines of Ribera del Duero Wines The vast army of Spanish red wine enthusiasts can mostly be divided...
Getting to grips with Greece’s grapes
Distinctive, different, and difficult to pronounce for most of us, we stray into totally unfamiliar territory with Greece's grapes. We have no helpful signposts nor...
Greek Wine - no longer a minority pursuit?
I fell in love with Greek wines a long time ago. It was, as many life-changing moments often are, just a chance encounter at a...
The reluctant story of Piedmont…
Reluctant from this writer’s point of view, in the sense that the region is no longer the well-kept secret it once was, and 'wine tourism'...
Exceptional Whisky Craftsmanship
Discover Exceptional Whisky Craftsmanship in Four New Arrivals This Winter Whisk(e)y enthusiasts and newcomers alike, get ready to embark on a spirited exploration as I...
Oregon Wine Month: Willamette Valley 101
This November here at The Good Wine Shop we are excited to be celebrating Oregon Wine Month; we have bolstered our wine selection to show...
Bordeaux- The Battle of the Banks
“I can certainly see you know your wine. Most of the guests who stay here wouldn’t know the difference between Bordeaux and Claret.” Basil Fawlty...