Looking back at Valentine’s Day a year ago, things couldn’t be more different. A year ago, we might have been planning a lovely meal in a nice restaurant, a romantic weekend away, or perhaps a spa day with Champagne. This […]
Rioja is more than just Tempranillo and red wine made in oak barrels. In the last few years, some winemakers have gone further and started trying other things – and orange wine is a great example. It all started in […]
During our (seemingly never ending!) latest lockdown, it’s not just the Grape Escapes UK team who are missing our much-loved customers. Our local guides are also pining for your company! We caught up with our favourite Spanish guide, the lovely Itziar, […]
Beaune is the capital of Burgundy wines and is a great base to explore the surrounding vineyards of the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. But Beaune is also a charming town to explore and offers a hive of […]
One of my favourites places in Italy is the beautiful coastal area of the Cinque Terre. Located in Liguria, in the north western part of the country, the Cinque Terre is a string of five fishing villages tucked in the […]
More importantly… do you know WHICH is the largest wine-producing region in France? Bordeaux? Burgundy? The Loire Valley? It might come as a shock to you that it is none of the above! In actual fact, Languedoc-Roussillon is the region […]
A couple of weeks ago, we had the great opportunity to take part in a virtual Champagne and Chocolate pairing experience. The tasting was very informative, and we had a fantastic time! Whilst we would of course be delighted to […]
As we are just letting go of Christmas and turning to the New Year, this week we are looking at Spanish Christmas traditions. Nativity scenes Beléns or nativity scenes can be found everywhere across the country, from small ones in […]
Dear friends and fellow wine lovers, When I was winding down for Christmas and decanting my favourite vintage Port (Taylors 2003, which incidentally is on offer in Costco UK at the moment) in preparation for the festivities this time last […]
The shops might be closed, but don’t worry, we are still open! If you are looking for a Christmas present for the wine lover in your life, a Grape Escapes trip might be just the thing. We offer three types […]
