Yvonne Lorkin wine column for week beginning Sat March 17 2018

March 17, 2018By Yvonne

My eldest daughter turned 18 recently and I had the notion that maybe we’d each enjoy a glass of something glamourous to celebrate. We were now both grown up ladies after all. I splashed out on Champagne, popped it in the fridge and asked her later that day if she’d like to have a glass. … Read More

Tamellini Soave DOC Costeggiola 2016 $25 (4 stars)

March 17, 2018By Yvonne

100% garganega (gar-gar-nay-gah) grapes have been used to tizzy together this stunningly fresh, medium bodied, citrus-saturated white wine from the appellation of Soave (soh-ah-vay). I love the luscious lemongrassy layers, white pepper, rich, chalky characters and it’s marathon-like finish. I also love that every sip is like hanging on to the last of summer. Great … Read More