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Barossa Valley, Australia(Post)
The Barossa region is home to many of Australia's historic vineyards and oldest vines. The region is one of the worlds iconic wine regions which now boasts more than 150 wineries and over 550 gro ...
How to Host the Perfect Wine Tasting Event(Post)Hosting a wine tasting evening is a fantastic and fun way to explore the world of wine. Whether you are a curious beginner or a seasoned pro, this guide will help you create the perfect wine tasting.
Happy Festive Season Everyone!(Post)I think we can all say, after the year we have had, that the warmth, celebration and cheer of Christmas is very much needed! Even if you’re more of a Grinch than an Elf, one cannot say they don’t ...
New Year at EWWines!(Post)EWWines are planning our ticketed events for 2023 and will introduce our line up and discuss what makes the perfect tasting evening in this blog episode. We also love to create and host bespoke ta ...
A Focus on: Foursquare Distillery(Post)This blog piece will focus on Foursquare. We are long-term lovers of everything Foursquare at EWWines; they are one of the few remaining independent, family-owned producers in the Caribbean.This ...
EWWines Team Christmas Drinks Guide!(Post)Genuinely our favour time of year, one can enjoy a festive tipple on any day of the week; it is Christmas after all!We have a long list of free supplier tastings for your enjoyment in the run-up to C ...
Easter Wine Pairings(Post)Our Perfect Easter Wine Pairings Spring is in the air! We hope that you are enjoying the warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours, we certainly are at EWWines. There are many Easter traditions c ...
Mothering Sunday 14th March(Post)As Mother’s Day is fast approaching on the 14th March, it is a perfect opportunity to treat your mother extra-specially this year. Even if we may not be able to celebrate this Mother&rsqu ...
EWWines Valentines Blog(Post)We couldn’t agree more with the above sentiment (admittedly slightly doctored for the needs of this blog!) Valentine’s is a great time to celebrate love near and far so enjoy those specia ...
EWWines Autumn Drinks Guide(Post)Fabulous Fortified Wines for Fireside Moments As the golden leaves begin to fall and the evenings grow cooler here in Cornwall, there's nothing quite like the comfort of a rich, warming glass of wine ...
Exploring The Unconventional: Orange Wines (Post)In the world of wines, there exists a realm of flavours and hues beyond the traditional red and white wines we are accustom to. One such intriguing and unconventional member of the wine world is oran ...
Eat Spain, Drink Spain Month!(Post)With Spain being so popular, and the area of Rioja having it's own month (October) we are now delving into Eat Spain-Drink Spain November! Which so far, with a great virtual Spanish wine ta ...
The Excellence of Champagne Bollinger(Post)Champagne Bollinger needs no introduction – the house is synonymous with luxury and tradition in the world of sparkling wine. Known for its rich history, dedication to quality and distinctive bol ...
Festive Team Drinks Guide 2023(Post)Genuinely our favourite time of year; time to embrace the warmth and joy of the holiday season with some delightful drinks and much more from our team at Ellis Wharton Wines.Whether you are plann ...
Rioja Month!(Post)Rioja MonthOctober is Rioja month! As a single day to celebrate this delectable and historical wine region would not be long enough.When one say the word ‘Rioja’, it primarily makes me t ...
Discovering Priorat: An introduction to the Wine Region(Post)Located in the heart of Catalonia, Priorat is one of Spain’s most renowned and historic wine regions. Nestled between the coastal mountains and the Elbro River, the region is characterise ...
Summer Drinks Guide 2024(Post)Time to hit the beach or get social and fingers crossed for the sun to shine for us all! Whether for a classic Cornish beach day, al fresco dining or hosting a garden party, EWWines are here to help ...
Introduction to Scottish Whisky(Post)Scotch whisky, a spirit steeped in history and tradition which has captivated the palates of the world. In this blog post, we will embark on a journey through the realms of Scotch whisky, unravel som ...
Wine Bottle Sizes: EWWines Ultimate Guide – From Piccolo to Nebuchadnezzar!(Post)Wine comes in many shapes and sizes, but few topics in the wine world spark as much curiosity (and conversation!) as bottles formats. Whether choosing a romantic picnic on a Cornish beach requi ...
Chateau Tour des Gendres, Bergerac(Post)Luc de Conti is the third generation of an Italian family that settled just south of Bergerac in southwest France in 1925 and set up an agricultural business. Luc inherited some old vines and plan ...
Wines of Greece(Post)Greek wine has a rich and fascinating history that predates prehistoric times! Evidence of wine grape vines in Greece can be traced back to the Ice Age, which makes vine growing and winemaking among ...
Festive Fizz!(Post)By this time of year, we've usually got our Christmas dinner reservations in place, parties organised and family stay-cations booked in. But it's rather different and uncertain this time...so w ...
Madeira Wines(Post)In a sentence, Madeira wines are fortified wines made on the Portuguese Islands of Madeira which lie in the Atlantic Ocean 700 miles off the coast of West Africa.This blog episode will explore Made ...
Rioja Month at EWWines(Post)We love Rioja at EWWines as does the whole of the UK; our thirsty island is Rioja’s biggest export market! In 2019 the UK accounted for a third of all Rioja wine exported, or just over 29 million ...
The Wines of Northern Italy(Post)This blog will guide you across a few of the regions of Northern Italy from the Dolomites south to the Mediterranean and highlight for you some of our hand selected range. These fantastic and dive ...
Californian Wine: The New Wave(Post)(Photo by Tyke Jones on Unsplash) California needs no introduction from us – it is the premier wine region of the United States, responsible for over 80% of all U.S. wine production. If Califor ...
Exploring Wines of South Africa: Embracing Integrity and Sustainability(Post)South Africa, famous for its breathtaking landscapes, rich culture and diverse wildlife also boasts a flourishing wine industry which here at EWWines we will be celebrating on March 22nd with a Win ...
Spring has sprung; Rose is Not Just for Summer!(Post)Finally, there is hope for an early BBQ! It is a little lighter, warmer and less damp, thank goodness for that! This blog will explore rose wine, the basics of how rose wine is made and focus on ...
Wines of Portugal(Post)We are delighted to have been selected for the wines of Portugal campaign #juneisforindies for 2022 who’s aim is to promote Portuguese wines in the independent retail sector. Overview of Portu ...
Ribera Del Duero and Bush Vines(Post)We are celebrating Ribera del Duero at EWWines this February. This region in Northern Spain is known for its extremes of temperature and world-famous bold red wines. We have previously publishe ...
Vegan Wines(Post)It would be completely logical to believe all wine is vegan friendly? After all, what could be more vegan friendly than a drink made from crushing and or pressing grapes you have picked from your ...
Sake, A beginner's guide(Post)There are many styles of sake, all delicious, but in the UK this is a product that is sadly widely avoided and not consumed. We will attempt to break down the barriers in this short blog, designed to ...
Women in Wine(Post)International Women's Day is March 8th 2023 and globally celebrates the social, cultural, economic and political achievements of women across the globe. At EWWines we recognise and embrace the ...
Riesling in Germany Part 2(Post)We are once again celebrating all things German Riesling this July at EWWines with the 31 Days of German Riesling campaign. We are big fans of German Riesling - it is highly aromatic with lip smac ...
The Real Wine Fair and Real Wine Month 2024(Post)EWWines invested in a trip to London for our wine team to attend The Real Wine Fair in London recently. The Real Wine Fair is a two-day wine event celebrating artisan growers who work with minimal i ...
Bordeaux Wines(Post)We are once again celebrating all things Bordeaux this September at EWWines. Look out for our Bordeaux list to taste in store from our Wine Emotion machines. If you would like to revisit our previous ...
Pet Nat Wines - an introduction(Post)Firstly, what is Pet Nat? Pet Nat stands for Pétillant-Naturel (natural sparkling) which is a term for practically any sparkling wine made from the ancestral method. This method is believed to be ...
Sherry – A brief Introduction!(Post)Sherry is a fortified wine made from white grapes which can only be produced in Jerez-Xérès-Sherry D.O, in Andalucia, South West Spain. Sherry is the oldest D.O of Spain, Jerez-Xérès-Sherry D.O, ...
A Visit to the Heart of Champagne – The Champagne Academy 2025(Post)L'Academie du Champagne, or 'The Champagne Academy' was established in 1956 to recognise the UK and Ireland as key markets, and to foster the appreciation of Grande Marque Champagne through education ...
Introduction to Burgundy(Post)Burgundy is one of the most famous wine regions of the world and is close to our hears at Ellis Wharton Wines. It is easy to see why; Burgundy is a gastronomic paradise which producing many of the wo ...
Events & Tastings(Page)EVENING TICKETED EVENTS Please call 01637 838998 or email shop@ewwines.co.uk to book tickets All events begin at 6pm with a welcome drink for a 6.30pm start ------------------- ...