A wine subscription is the most convenient way to enjoy regular delivery of wine. But how can you make sure you get the best value, and the best wines? Read our guide to find out.

Should you choose Syrah or Shiraz? If you like rich, dark reds, then yes. But how do you choose which? Particularly when it turns out they are actually the same grape. Pull up a glass - and read on!

Welcome to our new series ‘Tips from the Tasting Room!’. It’s your go-to source for expert tips and tasting notes. Our first wine is an Italian red, Poggio Al Lago Valpolicella Ripasso, chosen by our Theale store manager, Mark.

Can you believe it? It looks as though the Great British Summer is finally here. The rain clouds have parted to reveal the sun and, at long last, I’ve been able to pack up my picnic hamper and enjoy an al fresco lunch. 

And just in time too, as National Picnic Week arrived on 17th  June, a celebration as quintessentially British as a pot of Earl Grey tea and a buttery fruit scone. 

Picture this: a sunny day, a lush green meadow, and that irresistible rustle of a gingham blanket being unfurled. And what better companion to my spread than a bottle of delicious wine?

Talk about a great opening stand! Our first year as Official Wine Partner of England Cricket was historic, thrilling, and huge fun.

We couldn’t have picked a better year to start our association – an Ashes summer. And what great cricket we witnessed, with England and Australia Men’s and Women’s teams providing pulsating encounters all summer long.

But the most exciting thing was seeing the Laithwaites name on boundary advertising boards and during ad breaks. Okay, maybe Stuart Broad’s fairy-tale test farewell (more on Broady later) and Tammy Beaumont’s historic double century might linger a little longer in the memory. But we really liked the ads too!

And we really enjoyed bringing great wine and cricket together and celebrating ‘Vintage Moments’ throughout the summer. As well as putting together special cricket-themed cases featuring bestsellers like The Black Stump, The Waxed Bat and All Out Viognier.

We even had the Laithwaites Wine van at a few Test venues, giving cricket fans a taste of our superb range of wines. Plus, we had exclusive offers and prize giveaways throughout the summer – including tickets to The Ashes.

Now synonymous with quality and character, English wine is taking the wine world by storm. Read on to discover what to drink and why.

Dial M for Malbec – and full-bodied flavour! Everything you need to know about France’s inky dark red, what to drink it with, and how it found richer fame and fortune in Argentina. Read on for more.

Storing wine at home is great … when you do it right. Whether you’re a casual drinker or an avid collector, it’s important to store your wine correctly to preserve its quality. Read on to learn more …

It can be difficult to find the right present for dad on Father's Day ... but our beer and wine selection has you covered. This is your handy guide to getting dad the perfect Father's Day gift. Read on to find out more.

Alsace produces some of the world’s finest wines, yet they are little known outside its borders. Read on to learn about wines of Alsace, and how to pick the right bottle for you.

IPA (India Pale Ale) is one of the most popular beer styles, loved by craft beer enthusiasts. Learn all about IPA and discover the different styles in our handy guide.

Why is wine so confusing? There are so many wine classifications out there that it can seem impossible just to decipher a label. As for all the acronyms, what’s the difference between an AOC and an AOP (spoiler: there isn’t one) or a DOC and a DOCG (there is one – read on!). It would be easy just to give up and think, I know what I like, does it even matter? But knowing the basics about wine classifications can really help you spot the good stuff.

Merlot is one of the world’s best loved grape varieties – grown everywhere from Bordeaux to Australia. But with so many options, which Merlot should you choose? Read on to learn more ...

Chardonnay is one of the most popular wine grapes – but with styles ranging from rich, oaky and fruity to lean, crisp and minerally, which one should you choose? Read on to find out ...

The world of wine is always full of new, exciting styles made with the latest winemaking techniques. But some winemakers prefer to stick to processes that are as simple and as natural as possible. Natural wines are becoming more popular due to an increased interest in ‘alternative’ wine types, including organic and biodynamic wines. But what makes wine natural compared to other wines, especially when made with the same grape varieties? If you’re already drawn to organic options when it comes to food and lifestyle you might find that natural wines appeal to you. Learn more about natural wines – and how they’re made – in our handy guide.