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In Conversation

In Conversation With… Edi Simčič

In Conversation with Aleks Simčič of Edi Simčič You may have seen this familiar name at our recent Portfolio Tasting; widely considered to be one of the best wineries in Slovenia, Edi Simčič’s wines are truly unique, stoically traditional and proudly Slovenian.Three generations are still at work here, passing knowledge and experience from father...

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Spotlight on Brokenwood Wines

‘Brokenwood Wines: sublime expressions of Hunter Valley’  ‘What began in 1970 as a Hunter Valley hobby-farm vineyard for three Sydney-based solicitor friends, Tony Albert, John Beeston and James Halliday, has today evolved into one of Australia’s premier wine brands.’ – Daniel Honan, Decanter Magazine The Bancroft team recently had the chance to catch up...

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In Conversation with… Chapel Hill Winery

In Conversation with Michael Fragos of Chapel Hill WineryMichael Fragos joins us at the start of the 2022 harvest to discuss the history of the estate, his journey into wine, and the plans for the future of Chapel Hill. Under the guidance of winemakers Michael Fragos and Bryn Richards, Chapel Hill...

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In Conversation with… Champagne Gratiot-Pillière

In Conversation with Olivier Gratiot of Champagne Gratiot-PillièreOlivier Gratiot joins us just after the 2021 harvest to discuss the history of the estate, the increasing recognition of Pinot Meunier and future plans for this estate’s growing reputation. The Gratiot-Pillière family’s focus has always been on quality, authenticity and value above...

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2020 & 2021 Top Rioja’s by Tim Atkin MW

For the past six years, renowned wine critic and British Master of Wine, Tim Atkin, has released a report highlighting Rioja’s best wines. With the recent release of his much-anticipated 2021 Report, we’ve shared some of the top-scoring, must-try Riojas in our portfolio. Bancroft is excited to have strengthened our...

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Food & Wine Matching: Frankland Estate Riesling

After a magical pairing for Australian Riesling? ✨ Wine Australia’s new food and wine matching series showcases a delicious match for the Estate Riesling 2020 by our newest Australian producer, Frankland Estate. Watch Chef Roger Jones as he rustles up a fresh and slightly spiced sea bream ceviche dish to...

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Into the heart of Italy: La Cantina Pizzolato

There’s Prosecco and then there’s Prosecco; La Cantina Pizzolato make the latter… The tidal wave of Prosecco that has engulfed UK sparkling wine drinkers since the early 2010s has been a revelation for the committed consumer. Prosecco has fuelled many fantastic occasions, celebrations, brunches or even just Thursday drinkies;...

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Discovering Garnatxa at Herència Altés

Get inspired! This is the reason why we get excited by the wine that we import. Energy, passion, expertise and joy is what Nuria and Raf bring to their vines in Terra Alta, Spain – confirmed in every sip of their wine!  Nuria a native of Batea in Terra...

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Catching up with Kevin Grant of Ataraxia

This week we caught up with legendary South African winemaker Kevin Grant and talked about how he is dealing with lock-down up in the beautiful Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Kevin sent us this video about his Sauvignon Blanc which we want to share with you. He compares his zesty 2019 Sauvignon...

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Refresh your G&T: Island Gin from the Scilly Isles

Arthur and Hilary Miller established the Scilly Spirit Distillery on St Mary’s Island in the enchanting archipelago of the Isles of Scilly, the most southwesterly point of the UK. The inspiration for the recipe of the gin was a shipwreck in 1665 around Bishop Rock. The survivors were rescued by bold crewmen in...

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