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10 THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT MAYACAMAS VINEYARDS

Sat atop the scenic Mount Veeder, Mayacamas is a true symbol of Napa's rich wine history. For over 130 years, this iconic winery has been crafting some of California's most sought-after wines, sticking firmly to time-honoured traditions. As the proud…

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The Beaujolais Visionary: Julien Sunier's Journey to Winemaking Stardom

Few are as fervent about the wines of Beaujolais as Julien Sunier. From humble beginnings in Dijon without vineyards to his name, Julien's ascent to winemaking prominence is a tale many dream of but few achieve. Shop Julien's full range…

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Sonoma's New Frontier: Alma Fria Winery and the Debut of a New Coastal AVA

The West Sonoma Coast, a newly minted AVA, is making waves with its extreme viticulture and stunning cool-climate wines. At its heart, Alma Fria Winery stands out, championing the region's unique terroir and setting new benchmarks in quality.

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South Africa's Rising Star: How Alex Milner's Natte Valleij Wines Are Turning Heads

South Africa's wine legacy has evolved over the centuries, seeing its fair share of ups and downs. And right now, it’s on an incredible up, with vineyards such as Natte Valleij receiving rave reviews and high scores across the board.…

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High on Authenticity: Napa Valley’s Smith-Madrone

Venture high up Napa's Spring Mountain, and you'll find yourself in a vinous time capsule, untouched by the rush of modern winemaking trends. Here lies Smith-Madrone, a testament to California's storied past, established in 1971 by brothers - Stuart and…

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Modern Spain: The Sierra de Gredos Wine Renaissance

The Sierra de Gredos, situated roughly 100 kilometres west of Madrid, is in the throes of an exciting transformation. In recent years, this under-the-radar region has captured the attention of influential critics and sommeliers around the globe. Historically a thriving…

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ROBERSON ON THE ROAD: NAPA, SONOMA & SANTA CRUZ

We caught up with some of the timeless icons and rising stars of our northern California portfolio.

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ROBERSON ON THE ROAD: SANTA BARBARA

Join Keith, Sara, and Josh on Roberson's annual trip to California. In Part 1, we dive into Santa Barbara, catching up with some of the stars of our Cali portfolio. 

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No More Sad Salads

Wine! Because no good story ever started with someone eating a Salad Adorned a pub A-board, printed on a tote-bag slung over someone’s shoulder, or maybe on a Greetings card, I’m certain everyone has come across this 'rib-tickling' meme or…

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5 TOP TIPS FOR THE PERFECT DINNER PARTY

With the revival of the dinner party, we thought we’d share our top tips for being the perfect host, bringing your dining room to life and ways to introduce a bit of that restaurant magic into your own home. TIP…

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Bratwurst and Gluhwein: A Guide to German Wine and Food Pairings

Great beer, brilliant cars, a frustratingly good international football team, lots of pork, even more sauerkraut and  the somewhat unfortunate reputation for cheap sweet white wine... Some would say that’s Germany in a nutshell but as is often the case,…

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London Cru Uncovered with Alex Hurley

London Cru’s Alex Hurley is one of Few UK winemakers prioritising still wines over sparkling A high-risk strategy in a marginal climate - Lisse Garnett asked him how he does it... Hurley is the resident Australian winemaker at London Cru…

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CALIFORNIA UNCOVERED

The smack of Californian earth shall linger on the palate of your grandson. – Robert Louis Stevenson, The Silverado Squatters, 1883

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Champagne vs. English sparkling wine

Champagne vs. English sparkling wine   When it comes to celebrating an event or special occasion with family or friends, we can’t think of anything more iconic that the sound of a cork popping from a bottle of bubbly.   Most of…

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Sustainable Winemaking

Moving to a sustainable wine industry As the wine industry faced further climatic challenges in 2021 we were all reminded of the fires that raged through the vineyards of California in 2020. This year in a sense of cruel irony…

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Beaujolais Uncorked: 10 Must-Know Facts

Beaujolais Nouveau Day might grab headlines, but the true story of Beaujolais is written in the vineyards and cellars that work year-round. It's a narrative rich with detail, accessible yet profound, much like the wines themselves. As specialists for specialists,…

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Magnums vs. Half Bottles: Why Bigger isn't Always Better

Everyone knows the standard 75cl wine bottle - a size possibly determined by the lung capacity of ancient glassblowers or the average amount one drank during dinner. But if you look a little closer, you'll discover two fascinating contenders that…

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ROBERSON TEAM CHRISTMAS PICKS!

The Illuminations are up, people are walking down the road with big trees on their shoulders, and the first doors of the advent calendar are open. Christmas time is officially upon us, and after all the doom and gloom this…

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Share the Spirit of Beaujolais

Join us in SW6 for an evening exploring the exceptional quality of CRU wines, featuring our Nouvelle generation of top Beaujolais Producers. Get your tickets here: https://londoncru.co.uk/whatson/share-the-spirit-of-beaujolais Beaujolais is a region producing fine wines, fresh quaffers and the elegant inbetween.…

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Real men drink pink

If I’d dared serve rosé to the wine cognoscenti three decades ago I’d likely have been labelled garishly gauche or an outré wine radical. Anything pink was denigrated puerile pop or just playing to the crowd back then. And quite…

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England Uncovered

ENGLISH WINE Most people think of Brits more as wine drinkers.. not winemakers Wine Folly   English Wine supposedly began with the Romans who surely needed a drink after all that pillaging Yet the climate was cold and wet and it…

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The Methods of the Makers: Carbonic Maceration

Studying Viticulture and Oenology at Stellenbosch University in South Africa, furthered my fascination in the wide variety of wine making techniques and the wine styles that they produced. I am particularly interested in the revival and repurposing of traditional and…

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Washington State Uncovered

Washington State brought us Kurt Cobain, Nirvana, Seattle Grunge artist Chris Cornell, Jimi Hendrix, Twin Peaks, Twilight, Fraser and Bill Gates. Today it is bringing us super-fine, top level, financially accessible wine. Second only to California in output, Washington State…

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Brunia Wines - Producer Focus

Brunia Wines is the success story of brother duo Brett and Wade Sander, who share the mantra, outstanding wines require exceptional grapes The Sander family bring diversity to a traditionally white industry. They are representative of a cultural shift toward…

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German Wine Regions Explained

Uncovering the key regions of Germany As part of our German Wine Week, we are unpacking some of the key regions in Germany - from the home of Riesling in Mosel to the Gastronomic focused Baden and many others, if…

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Decanter Best Specialist Retailer USA 2022,  Decanter and IWC Specialist Merchant of the Year 2019 for our USA range.

Awards
Decanter Retailer Awards | Best USA Specialist
International Wine Challenge 2019 | Specialist Merchant of the Year USA

Roberson has 'bust out dancing' from the pandemic, its USA range outstanding in California but also beyond, and its achingly cool events featuring Californian tacos, live graffiti and 'the sweet beat of retro vinyl'.

Decanter Retailer Awards 2022