Rethinking terroir for the 21st Century
Chris digs into the changing world of natural wine and cider, and considers how we might rethink the concept of terroir in response to the climate crisis.
Author: Chris Russell-Smith
England’s Native Champagne? Two perries from Bushel & Peck
Chris wonders whether cider and perry can learn a sales trick from wine
The quest for Taynton Squash, and a single variety from Bartestree
Chris goes after a legendary variety. But is it really the greatest of all?
Cider on the edge: An interview with Brendan Barnard from Posterity Ciderworks
Chris discovers a cidery working at the extreme end of climate conditions
A pair of Browns from Charnwood and Ross on Wye
Chris makes the case for an under discussed variety
Talking about texture: two perries from Napton and Bridge Farm
Chris pens a textbook on texture
Fond farewells: Two ciders from Crispin’s and Sprywood Cross
Chris explores the challenges of social media promotion & tastes two from Crispin’s & Sprywood Cross
What is authentic cider?
Chris explores some thoughts on authenticity and reflective tasting.
Encountering the Sussex Hedgefox: seven ciders from Ascension Cider.
Chris goes in search of a mythical creature whilst sampling seven from Ascension Cider
The tale of a phoenix: two ciders from Wignac.
Chris explores the fascinating story of Wignac cider whilst trying two of their creations.
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