A very enjoyable evening at the French Connection Bistro in Stourbridge, now under the management of the enterprising Ross McGilliot, gave us a chance to see how fine wines endure the extremes … Read More
Staying Ahead of 2018’s Wine Trends with Nickolls and Perks
Who could have predicted the inexorable rise of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc or Argentinian Malbec? Have you ever wondered if you could anticipate the next big thing in wine? Well … Read More
Just Gin Show Returns for 2018
Just Gin Show is back for its third year at the Stourbridge Town Hall, on Saturday 28 July 2018 for two sessions, presenting you with dozens of new gins, masterclasses, … Read More
20 Years of the Bonnie Family at Chateau Malartic-Lagravieres
A visit this morning to the 67 Pall Mall Club to celebrate with the Bonnie Family, who have been at the helm at Chateau Malartic-Lagravieres for 20 years this year, … Read More
New World v. Old World wine tasting 5th May 2017
We had a full house again for our New World v Old World tasting on Friday 5th May in the N&P cellars. Starting with 2015 El Campo Sauvignon Blanc Chile … Read More
Latour de force…Happy Birthday Richard!
Richard’s 40th birthday inspired a gourmet evening at Adam’s Restaurant in Birmingham earlier this week. As usual the quality of the service, surroundings and above all food was outstanding. If … Read More
Christmas Crackers!
Christmas Crackers! Last week a small group gathered at Birmingham’s premier dining room, Adams Restaurant in Waterloo Street, armed with just enough big statement wines to match the layered nature … Read More
Kopke Port Tasting 24th September
The House of Kopke is the oldest Porto wine export firm, established in 1638 by the Germans Cristiano and Nicolaus Kopke. They have established an enviable reputation for their range … Read More
…and the winner is…
We were ‘over the moon’ to learn that Nickolls and Perks scored twice in the Decanter Retailer of the Year Awards 2016: The results were announced at The Connaught, London, on 14 … Read More
2009 Vs. 2010 Bordeaux
By Will Gardener These are both gorgeous vintages that will be compared many times in the years ahead. Now 3 and 4 years, respectively, post bottling what would they reveal at … Read More