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A Quick Guide to French White Wines

Do you know your Graves from your Sauternes? Can you tell a Sancerre from a Pouilly-Fumé? Or alternatively, do you like a sauvignon blanc but French wine labels confuse you? Here’s our quick guide to French white wines. Introduction to French wine Historically, France has always been a hugely important producer of wines and was…

Héritage An 825 Crémant de Limoux Brut Rosé by The Wine Box

Sparkling Rosés: The Rise of the Pink Bubbles

Sparkling rosés have hit the shelves in ever increasing numbers over the last few years. Why have “pink bubbles” become so popular? We explore the rise of the pink bubbles phenomenon and select some of the tastiest sparkling rosés from our range for a closer look. A brief history of sparkling rosé Rosé wines and…

Sun Goddess Sauvignon Blanc by The Wine Box

Our pick of the top sauvignon blanc wines in Kenya 2024

Sauvignon blanc is by far and away the most popular wine in Kenya according to The Wine Box customers. We’ve got a terrific range across all styles and price points and we’re sure you’ll find something delectable in the following selection. Perhaps even a new favourite? Here’s our pick of the top sauvignon blanc wines…

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Our Sommelier’s Top Picks for Christmas 2023

It’s September as I write but time just flies these days and Christmas will be here before we know it! So what better time than now to take a look at the wonderful range of wines we have here at The Wine Box with a view to selecting some real corkers for the holiday season!…

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5 vegan wines you must try in 2024

Vegan wines have been gaining in popularity around the world as the number of people following a vegan lifestyle increases. Perhaps you’re vegan and would simply like to try something different? Or you may be holding a dinner party and want a quick recommendation of vegan-friendly wines to serve. Whatever your occasion, we’ve got a…

Californian red wine: a bottle of Napa Cellars pinot noir and half full glass with a charcuterie platter

Cracking Californian Red Wine for the New Year

If you love red wine but haven’t ventured into Californian red territory yet, you’re missing out on a treat. California produces some cracking red wines – discover some of the best here at the Wine Box!

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Most Popular Wines in Kenya 2024: Part 3, Premium Wines

In previous articles we highlighted our most popular everyday value wines and our most popular crossover wines. Here we present Kenya’s most popular premium wines in 2022 as purchased by The Wine Box customers.

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Most Popular Wines in Kenya 2024: Part 2, Popular Wines over Ksh2,000

In this article we are highlighting Kenya’s most popular wines over Ksh2,000 as purchased by The Wine Box customers in 2022. This is an important price bracket because above Ksh2,000 we are crossing over from “everyday” wines to “premium” wines.

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Most Popular Wines in Kenya 2024, Part 1: Everyday Value Wines under Ksh1,500

Do you want to try some new wines but you’re not sure where to start? In this article we highlight Kenya’s most popular everyday value wines as purchased by The Wine Box customers. After all, finding out what other people are buying can give you confidence to broaden your wine horizons.

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10 Chilean wines you must try this year

Chile has been growing wine grapes since the 16th century. Despite numerous setbacks over the intervening years, the country is now the world’s seventh largest producer of wines. Moreover, it is the fifth largest exporter, and it produces some really top notch wines. If you’ve been a bit shy of trying Chilean wines up to…

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Wine Tasting 101: The Basics Of Wine Tasting

Some say that wine tasting is an art form. After all, picking apart and describing the diverse and complex aromas and flavours in wine takes practise and experience. However, even professional wine tasters start somewhere…

Our Pick of the Top Cabernet Sauvignon Wines in Kenya

Our Pick of the Top Cabernet Sauvignon Wines in Kenya 2022

If you love full bodied red wines, then you’ll love this selection of our favourite cabernet sauvignon wines from around the world! We’ve got a great range across all price points and we’re sure you’ll find something deliciously tempting…