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English Sparkling & Still: Forging Ahead
United Kingdom, Rest of the World, featured
, Jan 2026
England delivered a slew of delicious wines—both sparkling and still—for this report. Lovers of Blanc de Blanc styles should definitely pay attention. The best English sparkling wines are beautifully coming into their own, claiming their place amongst the global ranks. Over in the still wine camp, England’s performance is equally impressive, especially when it comes to Chardonnay.
English Still Wine: Much Promise, Much Afoot
United Kingdom, Rest of the World, featured
, Apr 2025
Though eclipsed by the success of English sparkling wine, English still wine has come a long way from the meagre image of yesteryear. What has happened in the past decade is remarkable: Climate change, increased growing expertise and the exploration of new regions have made all the difference. With a track record of excelling in cool and marginal climes, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are undoubtedly the stars. These two chameleons shine on this Sceptred Isle. Much is afoot.
Middle East Update: Lebanon and Syria
Lebanon, Rest of the World, featured
, Apr 2025
Complex histories, diverse terroirs and a mix of international and native varieties shape the distinctive wines of Lebanon and Syria. While Lebanon's winemaking industry is well-established, Syria’s remains far less developed. This report highlights and closely examines 12 recent releases from Château Musar, Château Marsyas, Château Kefraya and Domaine de Bargylus.
English Sparkling Wine: Effervescence and Reserve
United Kingdom, Rest of the World, featured
, Feb 2025
This not-quite inaugural report on English Sparkling Wine (Neal Martin reported from the depths of lockdown in July 2020) shines a light on England’s much-hyped fizz and puts it all into context. I tasted just over 100 current releases, hailing from as far west as Cornwall, all the way east via Essex to the Suffolk Coast, along England’s southern counties of Devon, Dorset, Wiltshire and Surrey, to its wine heartlands in Kent, Sussex and Hampshire—as well as Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. There are some world-class wines among them and some stunning late releases. Blanc de Blancs is the star among a wonderful diversity of styles, geographic origins and producers.
2021 Rosé – New Releases
Rest of the World, featured
, Jun 2021
Rosé continues to be a hot category around the world. As our coverage expands, this year we offer one combined report from our team of editors to make these reviews easier to search and reference. Our editors take a look at some of the issues driving the production of Rosés during the second year of a global pandemic. We will continue to update this report in the coming weeks and months as more wines enter the market.
2020 Rosé-a-Rama
France, Rest of the World, featured
, Jun 2020
The Rosé season has started, but definitely not at the frenetic pace of the last several years. The worldwide COVID-19 pandemic has put a damper on demand for all wines. Even the ever-popular pink versions aren’t immune to market realities. That said, the best 2019 Rosés are generous, soft and versatile at the dinner table.
2019 Rosé Roundup
Rest of the World, featured
, Aug 2019
There have never been more high-quality pink wines available than there are today. Worldwide demand for Rosé, at all price levels, is at an all-time high. But the Rosé boom has also resulted in a large number of uninteresting, forgettable wines, so knowing where to look is key. These are the most distinctive and delicious Rosés I tasted this year.
Make Way for Even More Rosé
Rest of the World, featured
, Aug 2018
This summer gave me an opportunity to sample a number of high-quality Rosés, wines that are ideal companions to hot-weather food or for just enjoying by themselves. But don’t be in a hurry as their adaptability at the table often makes them year-round drinking options.
Rosé New Releases: No Slowing Down in 2018
Rest of the World, featured
, Jun 2018
I’ve been waiting for the market to hit a saturation point with pink wines for several years. It looks like I will have to wait a bit longer. Pink wines have never been in such worldwide demand as they are now. Producers from seemingly every red wine region on earth have been eagerly jumping on the bandwagon at a positively dizzying pace.
The Rosé Wave Keeps Building
Rest of the World, featured
, Aug 2017
As incredible as it may seem, worldwide demand for rosé seems to actually be increasing beyond what were already historical highs. While many experienced members of the trade have been fearful of market saturation and consumer ennui or even burnout, according to importers, retailers and sommeliers that I’ve spoken to recently, that just hasn’t happened. This article focuses on a number of new releases and wraps up our coverage of Rosés for 2017.