Tanners Editorial
Discover the story behind the wine with Tanners' curated collection of editorial features. From exploring the elegant rise of English sparkling wines to celebrating international varietals, seasonal sips, and the art of tasting - our blogs brings you thoughtful narratives, expert insights and the well-earned wisdom of a family-owned wine merchant established in Shrewsbury since 1842. Dive into our latest posts and join us as we uncork the world of wine through discovery, storytelling and genuine passion.
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Yuzu Royale Recipe
At a recent Sake training session, we loved the Akashi-Tai Ginjo Yuzushu so much that we’ve created a brand-new cocktail, the Yuzu Royale, which is super easy to make.
Apotropaic Marks
Folklore expert and Tanners Events Manager Alix Chidley-Uttley guides you through the remarkable Apotropaic marks at Tanners HQ.
Gin Craze
You may have noticed a surge in gin drinking in the early 2020s. Every bar had a list as long as your arm of small-batch gins, hand-crafted gins, pink and...
Vintage Port 2024
Introduction A full Vintage Port declaration has become a rare thing, and 2024 is the first for seven years, bringing us closer to the long-term average of two or three...
Bordeaux 2025 - Dry Whites
The Harvest All things considered, the hot, dry summer of 2025 did not bode well for the production of fresh, dry white wines. Yet despite the challenges, winemakers have succeeded...
Bordeaux 2025 - Sauternes
In a truly exceptional year for Sauternes - and 2025 is undoubtedly one of them - the quality, balance and sheer elegance of these remarkable sweet wines leaves you utterly...
Viognier In-Focus
When it's good, Viognier is a peach-scented, round, rich white with a succulent edge and a nuttiness that gets more pronounced with age. This is an ancient variety believed to...
Bordeaux 2025 - An Introduction
The Wines 2025 has produced wonderful wines in Bordeaux across all styles and regions. What is surprising is the style of the wines which, after a very hot summer with...
Bordeaux 2025 - First Impressions
An outstanding year, a challenging year, a vintage which is not as it should be… and as such it must pique your interest. A huge dichotomy because it was hot...
Great British Beef Week 23rd – 30th April 2026
Great British Beef Week is a celebration of quality, tradition and the exceptional produce reared by our great British farmers. It’s the perfect excuse to enjoy dishes...
Syrah In-Focus
Possibly the most successful variety worldwide, Syrah/Shiraz produces world-class wines in many corners of the globe. Recent DNA mapping shows it almost certainly originates in France, rather than Shiraz in...
Sky-High Vines
A visit to El-Bayeh was one of the highlights of James Tanner’s trip to Argentina, here is the lowdown on this high-altitude bodega. Situated high in the Quebrada...
Reach for Ribera
WSET Diploma graduate and Tanners Cellars Shop Manager Erica Littley, shares her love of the Ribera del Duero region. Ribera del Duero DO is a somewhat undiscovered but captivating wine...
English and Welsh Wines for Easter
It’s hugely encouraging that, for the English wine producers, English (and Welsh) wine has made incredible gains in both quality and visibility over the past decade...
Wines for Easter
If you are hosting this Easter, you’ll already have enough on your plate, so let us take one job off the list and help you with the wine choices.
Lamb Cawl by Nick Rudge
In the heart of the castle walled-town of Conwy, The Jackdaw is a fine-dining restaurant highly regarded for its Welsh tasting menus and use of seasonal produce...
International Riesling Day
International Riesling (that’s reece-ling) Day falls in March, so it’s the perfect time to celebrate the wine trade’s unsung hero and the perennial Tanners...
Better Together: Food & Wine Matching Uncorked
From quick and easy mid-week meals to lovingly prepared weekend dishes, a glass of wine can elevate your culinary moments into something truly special...
What wine pairs with chocolate?
Silky, decadent and enough to make your mouth water at the thought, a piece of chocolate and a glass of wine don’t have to be saved for celebratory moments.
What is a Single Malt Scotch? The 5 Types of Scotch Whisky
Whisky is a very divisive spirit. I’m sure you’ve all encountered those who can’t stomach the smell, or sight, of a dram.
What is En Primeur? A look at Burgundy 2024
Whilst the New Year can mean a chance to rest and recoup after the chaos of Christmas, for wine merchants who offer en primeur the charge continues.
A 1970s Christmas
From Advocaat Snowballs to drink trolley delights, Jo Evans recalls fond festive memories of Christmas. Christmas is for many a time of sentimentality...
Showstopper bottles for Christmas 2025
We recently published our latest Oddments List which details some incredible mature Burgundies, including an exciting, sizeable release from our own Reserve Cellar.