
March 8, 2022
Producer Spotlight – Agustina Hanna
At just 30 years old, and with 11 vintages already under her belt, Agustina Hanna, new Head Winemaker at Bodega Ruca Malen, is determined to make her mark. After a string of vintages in her home coun...

February 4, 2022
Furmint February: FFS!!!
Updated from – Furmint February – the ferment about Furmint Sometimes, you just have to read the riot act. ‘Let’s face it, February!!!’, we remonstrated. ‘FFS!*You’ve been pretty dar...

February 2, 2022
Producer Spotlight: Cakebread Cellars
Our focus this month turns to one of our most loved wineries – Cakebread Cellars from California. Bruce Cakebread talks about his passion for winemaking, their organic kitchen garden and updat...

October 19, 2021
Producer spotlight: Arboleda
This month’s focus is on Francisco Baettig, winemaker at Arboleda, one of our producers based in Chile. Q) Tell us about the Arboleda estate, the history and the different wines you make for C&...

September 28, 2021
Squash and Sage Risotto
This high altitude Chardonnay from Mendoza in Argentina has rich stone and citrus fruit notes along with toasty notes of caramel and vanilla works brilliantly with this warming, autumnal dish. Serves...

December 9, 2020
C&B Spotlight: Olivia Marsh – Leading the New C&B Odyssey
Olivia Marsh has been with C&B now for just over eight years. As well as heading up our merchant sales team, she has been leading an exciting new project, our first ever Wine Subscription service ...

December 3, 2020
Christmas Food & Wine Pairings: Goose Two Ways & Gascon Stuffing
Goose Two Ways & Gascon Stuffing An irresistible dish to pair with ‘Barolo Girl’ Giulia Negri’s iconic wine – Barolo La Tartufaia Giulia Negri 2013. On December 23 1) Cut the legs off...

December 2, 2020
Christmas Food & Wine Pairings: Chateau Barrail du Blanc Grand Cru St-Emilion 2019 & Perfect Turkey & Cranberry Salsa
Perfect Turkey & Cranberry Salsa This will be the most succulent roast turkey you’ll ever have! Enjoy it with our Château Barrail du Blanc Grand Cru St-Émilion 2019. For the Turkey 1 whole t...

November 26, 2020
Christmas Food & Wine Pairings: Syrah Elephant Hill 2017 & Braised Ox Cheek, Soft Polenta & Cavolo Nero
Braised Ox Cheek, Soft Polenta & Cavolo Nero This ox cheek has been braised for 6 hours, it will melt in your mouth. Try it with our Syrah Elephant Hill 2017. For the Braise Ox Cheek (4 servings)...

November 26, 2020
Christmas Food & Wine Pairings: Pazo la Maza Albarino Adegas Galegas 2021 & Crab Salad, Tomatoes & Soft Herbs
Crab Salad, Tomatoes & Soft Herbs Kick off your festive season feast with a crowd-pleasing starter & our Pazo la Maza Albarino Adegas Galegas 2021. For the crab salad (2 servings) 1 large co...