Posts Tagged ‘Wine’
Wine and Safari: Pairing the Best Wines with Kenya’s Wildlife Adventure
Kenya’s spectacular landscapes and various flora and fauna have lengthy attracted adventurers in search of a completely unique safari revel in. As tourists embark on thrilling natural world safaris, the fusion of nature and luxury has become a distinguished trend. One high-quality manner to elevate this experience is by way of Wine Pairing with Kenya’s…
Read MoreA 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…
Read MoreSizzling wines to pair with your BBQ
It’s the festive season again! For many of us, that means getting together with family and friends and enjoying nyama choma. But it can be tricky best wine for bbq with those char-grilled notes and other strong flavours. So we’ve put together a guide to the best wines to enjoy with your BBQ. Below are…
Read MoreSparkling 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…
Read MoreOur 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…
Read MoreOur 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!…
Read MoreMost 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.
Read MoreMost popular red wine blends in Kenya 2024
Red blends are some of Kenya’s most popular wine purchases year on year. Their popularity is in large part because variation from one year to the next is kept to a minimum through the winemaker’s art. Unlike a varietal wine, where the vintages can taste quite different, with a blend the winemaker can achieve a…
Read More10 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…
Read MoreKenya’s Favourite Wines To Pair With Fish
Fish dishes can be so varied, and in Kenya influenced by so many different cuisines; what are the options for choosing a wine to accompany your food? In this article we highlight some of Kenya’s favourite wines to pair with our favourite fish, so you can choose the best wine to complement your meal.
Read MoreOur 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…
Read MoreHow wineries control wildlife in their vineyards
You’ve probably heard of queleas stripping fields of wheat, elephants trampling maize, or rabbits ruining the radishes; but spare a thought for grape growers around the world. These dedicated viticulturists tend their grapevines lovingly against extremes of weather, fungus, rot, and hordes of insect pests, nurturing the fruit to peak ripeness in order to create…
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