"The standard and availability of natural wines has improved massively since I first began to notice them in 2013-2014 or so - but they are still tough to find outside Dublin, Cork and Galway."

Claret is one of the most food-friendly and digestible of wines

'I am not advocating a return to the world of sickly Liebfraumilch that was probably the first taste of wine for anyone over 45'

If you are bored of Sauvignon, give one or two of the wines below a chance and they may change your mind 

Check out this €10 wine that's perfect as an aperitif or with a bowl of mussels or seafood

Some great recommendations for wine that's delish with fish

Dry, tart rosé is the perfect wine with a barbecue or recipes with plenty punchy garlic

Great wine tips if you're off to any of the Canary Islands

So many factors are important in good grapes which make great wine — including this €9 spicy, dark-fruited one reduced from €13.45

— plus one of the best under €15 Albariños that I’ve tasted in the last year — creamy peaches and lemon pie aromas, textured and fruity on the palate with a zingy crisp salty-fresh finish