From a new series of wine dinners at Ballynahinch Castle in Galway to Château de Sancerre re-opening with a wine library …
Discover: The Old Town Wine Bar in Dublin 8, a snug location for catch-ups and discovering interesting wines. @oldtown.winebar
Book ahead: For a new series of wine dinners at Ballynahinch Castle, Co Galway, with seasonal menus from executive head chef Danni Barry. @ballynahinchcastle
Gavi fans: should note that La Raia, a biodynamic wine estate and its twelve-room relais, Locanda La Raia where guests can enjoy organic wines, farm-to-table dining and a luxurious spa.
Sancerre fans: after more than 151 years of silence, the historic Château de Sancerre has re-opened as a five-star hotel with an interesting art programme, wine library and spa.
Read: Wine & Travel Mediterranean Islands, Assouline, €120.
Gift: Drinking the World, Bert Blaize, Pavilion, out in November; €31.90.
Use: The Wine Opener 2.0 makes uncorking effortless with the simple touch of a button, €70.
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