I live on the Waternish Peninsula on the Isle of Skye, where the air feels different - saltier, sharper, and cleaner than anywhere else I’ve ever been. When I’m not running Wine Guy on Skye, my independent wine business, I like to spend a few quiet hours watching what...
A local’s guide from Wine Guy on Skye I get asked the same question every week: “If I’ve only got a day—or two—what whisky and gin distilleries should I visit on Skye?” It’s a fair ask. Our island looks small on a map. On the ground it’s big, wild and slow. Distances...
If there’s one image that captures the Isle of Skye for travellers, it’s the jagged outline of the Old Man of Storr rising above the Trotternish Ridge. You’ve seen it in films, TV shows, guidebooks, and probably on your Instagram feed. It’s dramatic, otherworldly, and...
When the sun decides to shine on the Isle of Skye, you need to make the most of it. Warm days here are rare and special. They change the feel of the island. The Cuillin look softer, the sea sparkles, and even the midges seem a bit less bold. And on days like these,...
Visiting the Isle of Skye is a sensory experience. The landscapes are dramatic, the air is crisp, the seafood is fresh, and every village seems to have its own story. But one of the most overlooked ways to really experience the island is through wine tasting....
There’s something magical about a weekend getaway on the Isle of Skye—the rhythm of life slows down, the air feels sharper, the scenery feels endless, and time seems to stretch just enough for a glass of wine in the right place. For me, the wine that captures this...
If you'd asked most people twenty years ago where the best wines came from, they'd likely have said France, Italy, or maybe New Zealand. England wouldn’t have made the list. Fast forward to today, and English wine is not just making waves—it’s winning awards, opening...
I get asked all the time—how should I store my wine? Should I keep it in the fridge? Does it matter if it’s upright or on its side? Can I keep it for a year or two? And what does “laying a wine down” actually mean? If you’re buying wine to enjoy now and again, or...
Introduction: Where Landscape Meets Plate and Glass The Isle of Skye isn’t just famous for its dramatic coastlines, fairy pools, and moody mountain ranges — it’s also home to a rich and varied culinary scene. From fresh seafood plucked straight from the Atlantic, to...
Introduction: Sparkling Innovation from the Garden of England Move over Champagne — a new wave of English sparkling wines is taking centre stage, and they're bringing freshness, finesse, and unmistakably British charm. While many English sparklers follow the...
Introduction: Don’t Fear the Wine List You sit down at a lovely restaurant, unfold the leather-bound wine list, and suddenly it feels like a test you didn’t study for. The pages are filled with names of grape varieties, vintages, regions you’ve never heard of, and...
Introduction: The Magic in a Bottle Champagne has long been the symbol of celebration, sophistication, and timeless elegance. But behind every effervescent sip lies centuries of tradition, artistry, and craftsmanship. True Champagne comes only from the Champagne...