Make the time to say ‘cin cin’ to Verdicchio
Times Drinks Editor James Viner praises the grape from one of Italy’s least-known, high-quality wine regions 1) 2022 Moncaro Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico DOC (£6.99, Waitrose, waitrose.com) The Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico DOC subzone is restricted to vineyards located on the left (northern) bank of the Misa River. Of all […]
Raise a glass and celebrate English Wine Week
Times Drinks Editor James Viner seeks out five palate-pleasing English wines that are worth cracking open… The English wine industry is thriving, with increasing sales, production, and recognition through awards and accolades. English Wine Week, which started June 17 and runs until June 25, is a chance to discover wines made on our doorstep, […]
Celebrate Father’s Day with winning wines and spirits
Fired up by Father’s Day this coming Sunday, June 18, Times Drinks Editor James Viner says make June all about Dad (and English wine of course, since it’s English Wine Week from 17-25 June)! If he enjoys fine wine and spirits, your gift shopping for Dad just got more straightforward… 2022 Arbousset Tavel Rosé, […]
Cheers to six tasty Cabernet Sauvignons!
Late-budding, relatively late-ripening, full-bodied and often tannic, the planet’s most-prized Cabernet Sauvignons have historically come from Bordeaux, particularly from the communes of Margaux, Saint-Julien, Pauillac and Saint-Estèphe. Let’s raise a glass to this much-admired grape. Cheers! 2022 Chassaux et Fils IGP Atlantique Rosé, France (£6.49, Aldi, groceries.aldi.co.uk) Snap up this dry, crunchy, medium-bodied, Atlantic […]
Treat yourself to the best of The West End
Feast on performances by some of the UK’s best vocalists at Trinity Theatre’s first fundraising gala event of the year on Sunday, June 4, says Michelle Wood An integral part of the Tunbridge Wells arts community, the Trinity Theatre is still standing strong after several difficult years of funding challenges in the wake of Covid. […]
Celebrate with seven corking Chardonnays
This week Times Drinks Editor James Viner raises a glass to International Chardonnay Day, which this year is celebrated on Thursday May 25… More neutral in aroma and flavour than aromatic Sauvignon Blanc, the early budding, early ripening (making it suitable to grow in a cool region) and globetrotting white grape of Burgundy (where it […]
Six sensational rosés for summer sipping
Times Editor Michelle Wood channels the warmer weather with these top pink drops… Who can resist the silky styling of a pink wine? While we’re seduced by the strawberry, peach and redcurrant flavours, it’s not always easy to pin down exactly what you’re tasting – apart from the fact it’s downright delicious. The perfect […]
Cheers to Sauvignon Blanc!
Times Wine Editor James Viner identifies five bottles of the ever-popular variety for International Sauvignon Blanc Day on May 5 Fling open the windows and grab a bottle of aromatic, crisp and zesty Sauvignon Blanc – by far the most familiar and popular of the white grape varietals. Spring is here and it’s time […]
Literature Festival set to offer a little something for everyone
The Tunbridge Wells Literary Festival returns this year from Thursday May 11 to Sunday May 14. As a community event that celebrates the love of literature, the Festival is set to showcase a broad range of talented voices from some of the nation’s favourite writers, to local up-and-coming authors – there is something for everyone […]
A festival of delights for literary lovers
From children’s authors and art podcasters, to television icons and a first TW Comicon, this year’s Tunbridge Wells Literary Festival has something for everyone… After a successful debut in 2022, the Tunbridge Wells Literary Festival will once again return to the town from Thursday May 11 to Sunday May 14. This year’s festival includes […]
