THE BLOG
The Wine Guy on Skye provides regular updates on wines, food pairings with local produce, grape discussions, and general musings about how grape juice can be so amazing when mixed with yeast, skill, a barrel and time.
Sparkling Wines for Christmas: Champagne and English Alternatives
Living on the Isle of Skye, I’ve learned that winter is about contrasts. The wind may be wild, the...
Why Small Businesses Benefit from a Certified Non-Executive Director
Running a small business is personal. Every decision, from stock selection to social media tone,...
Why the Third Thursday of November Matters for Wine Lovers
Every November, something quietly special happens in the world of wine. On the third Thursday,...
Wine Guy on Skye: Finalist for Most Promising New Business at the Highland Business Awards 2025
This year, I’ve been proud — and a little humbled — to see Wine Guy on Skye named as...
Rain, Peat, and Pinot: Why Skye’s Climate Makes You Crave Comfort Wines
There’s a moment every morning on the Isle of Skye when you look out the window and wonder what...
The Crofter’s Table: Rustic Scottish Dishes and the Wines That Love Them
Living on the Isle of Skye, you learn that food tastes different when it comes from just down the...
Wings and Wine
I live on the Waternish Peninsula on the Isle of Skye, where the air feels different - saltier,...
Whisky and Gin Distilleries on the Isle of Skye
A local’s guide from Wine Guy on Skye I get asked the same question every week: “If I’ve only got...
The Old Man of Storr – A Skye Icon Worth the Climb
If there’s one image that captures the Isle of Skye for travellers, it’s the jagged outline of the...
Light Reds & Rosés for Warm Days – Best Options for Daytime Sipping
When the sun decides to shine on the Isle of Skye, you need to make the most of it. Warm days here...
Skye Visitor-Friendly Wine Tasting Tips
Visiting the Isle of Skye is a sensory experience. The landscapes are dramatic, the air is crisp,...
Sparkling Rosé for Weekend Getaways
There’s something magical about a weekend getaway on the Isle of Skye—the rhythm of life slows...