Champagne is somewhere up there with the caviar and Porsche's of the world. We've all heard of it before, some of us even know the exact region in France where it's created. But very few of us know the history of Champagne and the key figures who have helped make it one of the world's premier goods. Join me this week as we explore one of the most renowned Champagne brands in the world, Dom Pérignon, and uncover why this pioneering brand is named just that.

Whether it's cheers, salut or kanpai, the act of toasting is a global phenomenon that has been at the forefront of celebrations and community gatherings for centuries. But the question arises: Where exactly did the origins of toasting with wine begin?

You've heard of a wine flight before. In fact, it's probably a phrase that brings great excitement to your ears. But today we tackle the saying in a very different light.

When it comes to growing crops, vegetables or fruits, we're always told the same thing: Make sure there's plenty of water, rich nutrients and fertile soil, otherwise nothing will grow! While this is true for 99% of agriculture out there, the same is not so for our beloved wine grapes.

Are you tired of turning up at dinner parties only to be chided for your Chardonnay choice, or scoffed at for bringing a standard Sauvignon Blanc? Navigating the world of wines can be daunting so here is a brief guide of some more unusual offerings that will impress any discerning dinner party host, and won’t break the bank either. 

The wine industry is no stranger to oddities, with many wineries and winemakers pushing the boundaries in an attempt to make the world's next best wine. While drying out soil and playing music to grapes have been methods used in the past, today we delve into something a little more intense.

On my monthly search for new gadgets to hit the world of alcoholic delights, I came across a wine aerator that left a lasting impression on me. The aerator market is by no means small, there are new designs and concepts cropping up right left and center, but one component I feel is lacking in most existing products is the ability to create an aesthetically pleasing pour that also doesn’t drip. Emphasis on the “doesn’t drip” .

Sometimes it feels like bars are holding us in. It’s a Johnny Walker, not a Johnny Stander. Why should wines be the only ones that get to breathe? Forthwith find the ten best places to drink on the street from your smart friends at The Field Guide to Drinking in America.