The Secrets Behind the World’s Most Famous Fizz Famous around the world, the name ‘Champagne’ is irrevocably linked with luxury and times of celebration… but is it really any different from other sparkling wine? What is it that makes Champagne so special? In this article, we explore the unique production process behind the world’s most […]
By Jocelyn Doyle With Easter falling early this year on April 9th, many families will be planning a special dinner to celebrate — making it a great time to match your menu with some quality French wines. In this article, we share our recommendations for the best wines for your Easter dinner. The best wines […]
After enjoying full-bodied red wines during the cool weather months when they are naturally paired with hearty comfort foods, the arrival of summer and its hopefully warmer temperatures stirs us to transition to lighter fare and lighter wines. After all, we dress seasonally and eat seasonally. Although it’s less talked about, we drink seasonally, too. […]
We unravel the best way to enjoy your wine, using the correct glass shape for each particular flavour.
Decanting is the process of transferring a wine into a decanter (or special jug) and letting it sit for a chosen length of time before pouring into glasses to serve. In this article, we discuss why decanting wine matters, which wines you should be decanting and how long you should be ‘letting them breathe’. Why […]
No other world cuisine benefits from food and wine pairing as much as French food. The French understand food in a completely different way than the Irish, and maybe the reason for this is the wonderful selection of wines on their doorstep! In this article, we share why wine pairing can enhance your overall meal […]
France is synonymous with world class, quality wines. While even the most novice of wine drinkers will recognise the famous names of Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne, wines are commercially produced in every part of France except along the northern coast. In this article, we explore the most well-known French wine regions… as well as a few […]
Soft, smooth, silky, seductive… these are all words that can be used to describe a wonderful pinot noir. Without doubt, this is the most romantic of wines. The aroma, the beautiful light flavour, the sensation – we maintain that pinot noir the perfect wine for Valentine’s Day. In this article, we take a deeper look […]
We know that, after a month of indulgence, January is often a time to reconsider your choices around alcohol and to help decide what’s what in terms of your health. With plenty of rumours on the internet and through word of mouth, we asked the question: does red wine really have any health benefits? After […]
At La Kav Wines, we love to entertain at home for friends and family. Whether it’s all the family gathering for a magnificent Sunday roast, a fresh spring supper as the evenings gradually lengthen, a summer BBQ that goes on well into the night, or a hearty stew served with bonhomie among friends as the […]
