Richard Esling

Arundel

Wine Columnist at The Sussex Newspaper

Wine journalist, educator, agent and consultant. Also International wine judge and chairman of Arundel Wine Society.

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Richard Esling, On the Grapevine: M. Chapoutier – A King amongst wine producers of Southern France.

1 week ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Richard Esling

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowOne of the most admired French wine brands across the world, M.Chapoutier was founded in 1808. Run by successive generations of the Chapoutier family since 1897, the philosophy is firmly anchored in the concept of terroir, the continuing objective to produce wines which are the ultimate expression of that terroir.
On the Grapevine: fabulous fresh white wines for Fish Friday

1 week ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Richard Esling

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowWhether or not you follow the religious teachings and festivals concerned with Easter, many amongst us like to follow traditions for whatever reason and Friday, particularly Good Friday is often thought to be the day for eating fish. As part of a balanced diet, fish and seafood are an integral part of eating healthily and with the UK surrounded by sea, there is no shortage of supply.
On the Grapevine: The Renaissance of Champagne Canard Duchêne

2 weeks ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Richard Esling

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowFounded in 1868 by Victor Canard and Léonie Duchêne, Maison Canard Duchêne is a champagne producer in the Marne, for which I have always had a lot of respect. Unusually located in the village of Ludes rather than Reims or Epernay, the defining factor across the range is freshness and elegance, based on firm underlying structure.
On the Grapevine: Seville. A sherry lover’s paradise.

3 weeks ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Richard Esling

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowDeep in the south of Spain, the beautiful, grand city of Seville is the capital of the region of Andalusia, a historic region of Spain which was occupied for centuries by the Moors. The architecture of the city is heavily influenced by this occupation, with a combination of grand palaces, tiny plazas, broad avenues and narrow, winding streets.
Richard Esling, On the Grapevine: The Sherry Cathedrals of Southern Spain

1 month ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Richard Esling

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowOne of the most visited wine regions of Spain, the region around Jerez de la Frontera in the far south of the country is home to the production of Sherry, a fortified wine long exported to the UK which remains to this day its biggest export market.
On the Grapevine: the story of terroir as told by Grattamacco Bianco

1 month ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Richard Esling

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowGrattamacco Bianco Bolgheri DOC Vermentino is one of the first white wines to emerge from the Bolgheri region on the coast of Tuscany in Italy. A testament to the winery’s forward-thinking vision, it reflects a decision made in the 1980s to embrace the potential of Vermentino – well ahead of a trend that has gained widespread recognition among producers in the region.
Richard Esling, On the Grapevine: Errazuriz - One of the greatest Chilean wine pioneers.

2 months ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Richard Esling

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowFor over 150 years, Errazuriz has been pioneering Chilean winemaking in the Aconcagua region of Chile. In 1870, the first French vines were planted in the region by Don Maximiano Errazuriz and the winery has striven ever since to produce outstanding quality wines to demonstrate just what can be achieved in Chile.
On the Grapevine: Boost your morale with an exceptional Argentinian red

2 months ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Richard Esling

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! now‘The still grey day, bright Spring has yet to chase away’. Is it just me or has Winter gone on longer than usual? Grey skies, cold and mist and I am lucky to live in the relatively good weather region of the south coast of England, so far avoiding the snow and extreme weather of other parts of the UK.
On the Grapevine: pink bubbly for a flirtatious Valentine’s Day!

2 months ago | sussexexpress.co.uk | Richard Esling

Watch more of our videos on ShotsTV.com and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565Visit Shots! nowA poem written by Chaucer in 1375 seems to be the first actual record of St Valentine's Day, celebrated on Friday this week, although there are 101 different theories as to its actual origins, from Roman times to ancient pagan festivals. According to some sources, the first Valentine’s note was written in 1415 by the Duke of Orleans during the 100 years war.
On the Grapevine: Bring on the sunshine with fine Sicilian wines

2 months ago | scotsman.com | Richard Esling

With the month of February upon us, we are at last into the final straits of Winter, with its leaden skies and penetrating humidity. Dare we hope for better weather with the Spring, as the crocuses push their way out of the soggy ground and thrushes start to sing in the still bare branches? There is still a little way to go yet, but opening a bottle of Sicilian wine may uncork a little sunshine into your glass whilst we wait.

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