May 2023
Before anyone gets upset that our May box is a “Millennial” thing, relax. But going natural may well have found a (tasty) elixir of life. Natural wines are far from a few trendy producers. Everyone is getting in on the game. New entrants and long-established quality producers that never thought it necessary to say how they went about their business. Saying that you are Natural, Bio and even a Vegan… more
April 2023
For Easter this year, we took on two themes. First was France from where we fill our box, and the second was Fresh, like the clear skies of spring. Plenty inside for a feast this Easter. We split our whites from the South and west of Bordeaux, then finished up with two phenomenal Sauvignons from the Loire. Crisp and full of that mineral “slate” taste that makes them so distinct.… more
March 2023
We get to “Get you Motor Running” this March. We are all about Rock and Roll this month all wrapped up in a blanket of love. When you run into to the winery WNR (Wine and Roses), it is something you can’t ignore. And once they have your attention, the list of hardware (awards) they have is the deal maker. Read their stories on the Aperittivo where you learn how… more
February 2023
February is a Golden Tuesday (at least the Golden bit is accurate..) Our February box is full of Prague Gold medal winners. Lots to look forward to. Our white’s this golden 2nd month of the year concentrate on Veltin. Two Austrian entries (we all agree, they do the best Veltlins of anyone) bring two different styles, one fruitier, and the second more full of mineral flavour. This months “out pf… more
January 2023
The start of ANOTHER year with IWCoK. Yes baby, we are going into year twelve with a focus on two big F’s. France and Fresh. Fresh because I found a couple fantastic Sauvignon Blanc that really hit the mark for their price. I love that crisp, peachy and mineral filled flavour that gives you the feeling your mouth has been ‘detailed’. Super clean. And what better than after cleaning up… more
December 2022
Where does the time go ? Another Christmas holiday is on our doorstep and I still haven’t finished all the books I received last year. We did manage to finish all the wine though… So, if you are like me, we are in luck. December brings a new selection of delights for your holiday table. What did we do special for this December box ? Honestly – EVERYTHING. We are… more
November 2022
Many things Arrive in November. For some it is the Beaujolais Nouveau (est arrive) or Svato-Martinsky or as simple as the November box from IWCoK. What ever camp you are in, we (as usual) have you covered with a selection of fresh wines that fit the spirit of “New, Light and Fresh”. This month’s whites are a mix of Austrian Veltliner, French Chardonnay and an Italian Pinot. All are crisp… more
October 2022
Some things in life are best unchanged and To Be Continued. Most importantly your membership at IWCoK. So, we just wanted to give a special thanks to you all for your continued support. What are we celebrating this month? Well, we have a couple of simple Slovenian wines that will be great for a glass or two mid- week, and move up through some serious French regions ending in Bordeaux… more
September 2022
This month we look west for a catch of fresh and sunny Portuguese wines all from a new IWCoK supplier – Organic Wines. Get ready for lots of Vinho Verde and big plum filled reds – Its’ Portugal time. The most iconic Portuguese white is without question Vinho Verde. Made primarily from Alvarinho, they come in a variety of presentations from inexpensive, low alcohol everyday wines, lightly effervescent wines and… more
August 2022
This month we opened up a map of Europe and decided to travel to the extremes of the (wine) continent. Sure, we bring you some summer holiday favourites (Grillo, Chianti) but also some rarer varieties that we needed to travel a bit to find. South ern Italy is a good summer holiday spot, but how many of us get to the very bottom of Italy or the isle of Sardinia… more
