Dive into two of the most talked about white grape varietals, New Zealand Sauvignon and Chardonnay… So, I guess it’s time to bring out the white wines right? The weather is warming up, aka wines are in the fridge and no longer in cupboards, so bring on the Sauvignon and Chardonnay am I RIGHT? History …
Did someone say sale on New Zealand Gin? It’s not every day that one of your products is featured in the OFM guide and when it does, you have to YELL about it from the Brixton rooftops. Which is exactly what we’re doing. DUH. Have a scroll and read ALL about why Cardrona Gin is …
The only mixed case on our Christmas list… When gazing lovingly at our revamped Christmas Gift page, my heart felt empty. Well not empty (because our collection is pretty bloody badass), but as if it was missing a slither, a broken piece, a little Central Otago goodness if you will. It was upon this thought …
The time has finally come for us to present our allocation of Felton Road’s 2020 vintage. As many of you know, Felton Road produces bottles in extremely small quantities, and the uncontrollable factors of the past 18 months certainly haven’t made things easier. Please see below the full vintage report from proprietor Nigel Greening. If …
Specialist Cellars talk New World Burgundy Wine… Well well well. Looks as though we have stumbled upon another blog that may or may not cause an argument between households. Chardonnay or Pinot Noir? White Burgundy wine or Red Burgundy wine? We’ve done the research (and tasted the wines), so have a scroll to read our …
A chat with Dog Point, Framingham and Craggy Range… We recently held a live stream with our producers over the border, where we asked them quick fire questions in regards to the incredible bottles of Sauvignon Blanc that they have produced. If you’re keen to learn a bit more about the behind-the-scenes of winemaking in …
A dive into New World Malbec… Every wine lover knows about Argentinian Malbec, so when the New World started tackling this South American grape, it was only right that we would have questions. What’s the difference in price? What’s the difference in wines produced and how did Malbec become such a prominent grape in red …
Wine and chocolate pairings and The Laundry’s LAST overnighter experience. Welcome back to a new blog! Somehow we’re halfway through March and one step closer to being back at our wine bar and shop at Pop Brixton IN PERSON. Who’s swinging by for a bottle? We can’t wait to see you! Here’s a cheeky countdown …
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Melanie Brown talks about how she got through the past year As we are mere moments away from reaching the 12 month milestone since we were first forced into lockdown in London, it felt appropriate to reflect on our experiences over the course of the last year. What on earth just happened? In all honesty there …
Vday lockdown style. Our plan to get us through this week with our Valentines day wine. Well, isn’t this a tad depressing? But it doesn’t need to be! We have put together an at home guide on how to survive with valentines day wine for the next week in lockdown, vday style. Need gift inspiration? …
Specialist Cellars has paused its virtual doors for now. We’re still open and operating at our Pop Brixton store this Summer. You can also visit us 7 days a week at The Laundry Restaurant for sublime food, wine and coffee @brixtonlaundry.
Any outstanding vouchers can be redeemed at The Laundry or Pop Brixton store. Sadly we can no longer redeem these online.
Any queries contact melanie@heist-group.com
