By Charles Lea on 10/04/2026
We know that wooden wine boxes are fantastic for all sorts of uses - just the right width to hold vinyl LPs, wonderful in sheds and greenhouse for storing stuff tidily on shelves, even make pretty good seed boxes and planters (prone to rot, of course).
By Graeme Brandham on 02/04/2026
2009 was the culmination of 30 years of experience. Carlo Ferrini, one of Italy’s most influential wine consultants whom three different publications named Winemaker of the Year, across three different publications, released the maiden vintage of his new, personal and incredibly small production Brunello di Montalcino – Giodo.
By Charles Lea on 06/03/2026
A huge thank you to all who attended last night's NSPCC Fine Wine Challenge. With a couple more tables crammed in this year, this was the biggest yet, and even so, thanks to the other committee members solid work pre-Christmas, we even had a waiting list for tables.
By Phil Weeks on 02/03/2026
Our Wine & Food Pairings for Easter With all that is happening with the world at present it is easy to forget that we are just over a week away from Easter. We thought the distraction of focusing on some delicious food and wine would be just what was needed.
By Caroline Tanner on 14/01/2026
Champagne Barnaut has been with us for over 20 years, which speaks volumes. Established in 1874, and still run by the same family, they are producing characterful, delicious Champagne, which continues to delight. One of the secrets to Barnaut's success is their prime location in the Grand Cru village of Bouzy, known for its particularly fine Pinot Noir.
By Graeme Brandham on 20/10/2025
Top white wine trends 2025 | If you feel like all the real excitement in the wine world is happening with whites right now.
By Graeme Brandham on 13/08/2025
There are invitations in the wine trade that command a certain reverence, and a day at the Nyetimber estate is unequivocally one of them. And so, a party of eight from Lea & Sandeman recently journeyed to the rolling South Downs of West Sussex, home to England’s most celebrated sparkling wine producer.
By Graeme Brandham on 07/08/2025
If you’ve ever stared at bottles from the Dauvissat family in Chablis and wondered how they’re all related, you’re not alone. Their story is a perfect illustration of how family, history, and ancient French laws shape the wine in your glass. Let’s unravel the puzzle of one of Chablis's most revered names.
By Jack Chapman on 14/07/2025
I was in Lebanon when I first understood what terroir really meant. ‘The Cinsault, in this particular vintage, was magnificent,’ said Tarek Sakr, Technical Director of Château Musar, describing his most recent special cuvée. ‘It was so special that I asked the family if I might bottle 300 of them as a single varietal.
By Jack Chapman on 17/04/2025
If I had to summarise the 2024 Bordeaux wines in two words, it would be ‘Old School’. First and foremost because it is a vintage which almost entirely re-enforced the Bordeaux status quo. We all know the weather was challenging, and the only ways to combat it were via enormous amounts of labour in the vineyards, as well as rigorous sorting in the winery.
By Jack Chapman on 10/04/2025
We were lucky enough to welcome Piero Incisa Della Rochetta to London last week, for three days of tasting, touring and discussion, to welcome the 2024 vintage.
By Angus Barcroft on 13/03/2025
This marked the 20th year that L&S has sponsored the NSPCC’s City Fine Wine Challenge quiz. A really proud moment for everyone involved.