Archive - HelenaSips - Wine & The Art of Living

Rethinking Sherry

... And why the cool kids are drinking it. Spoiler: it's not all sweet!

Nov 4 •

October 2025

Brand Vs Budget Champagnes

Supermarket champagnes most like some big brands

Oct 25 •

Why aren't all wines vegan?

They're made with grapes, right?

Oct 22 •

Top 10 Wines from Lidl

Best wine picks in store now...

Oct 14 •

LitFest '25 Wine & Chocolate Tasting

With chocolatier Chantal Coady & author Joanne Harris

Oct 8 •

Top 10 Wines from Sainsbury's

My picks from this week's press tasting

Oct 4 •

September 2025

Beyond Bordeaux Reds

Discover Bordeaux's Sparkling, White, Rosé & Sweet Wines

Sep 29 •

Get to know Syrah (aka Shiraz)

The brooding thespian of wine grapes...

Sep 24 •

Wine Course FREE taster

Get a flavour of the video course here...

Sep 23 •

NEW! Corks & Canapés Events

Wine & spirits masterclasses on the Isle of Wight

Sep 18 •

The Ultimate Paella Recipe + Wine

Celebrate with friends this World Paella Day!

Sep 13 •

Understanding Bordeaux Reds

And why they are 'The Beatles' of wine...

Sep 4 •

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