Clos de l’Ours – Le Chemin – reviewed by Jancis Robinson
“I am not sure I’ve ever tasted such an exciting Provence red that is all at once playful yet serious, modern yet reflective of place and tradition, appealing and yet not commercial.”
Introducing Spumante, the new addition of Kolonne Null
Introducing Spumante, the sparkling star of the Studio Italiano line from Kolonne Null. Refreshing, crisp, and with a perfectly balanced sweetness and acidity. Light notes of yellow fruits round it out beautifully. A smooth, alcohol-free fizz made from early-harvested grapes, giving it that signature character. Aged in stainless steel, partly in large oak casks, a … Read More
3 February 2026 – Taste with Matt Deller MW from Wirra Wirra
The Alex Hotel – Fenian Street – Dublin 2 We have the great pleasure of welcoming Matt to Dublin. He will be with us at the Australia & New Zealand Trade Tasting on Tuesday, 3 February, with wines from Wirra Wirra as well as a preview of Ashton Hills and Arndorfer.
Fresh & lively: Lower-Alcohol Wine Highlights
We’re spotlighting a selection of vibrant, easy-drinking wines in a range of styles, white, red, rose and sparkling that sit around – or under 11% alcohol. Aphros Loureiro (10.5%) – A pure expression of the Loureiro grape from Vinho Verde, Portugal with bright citrus and floral character, and a backbone of granitic minerality. Aphros Phaunus … Read More
Exploring non-alcoholic wines
The new year is in full swing, and our non-alcoholic wines are helping people enjoy great flavour and good moments. Our non-alcoholic wines let you sip, savour and stay social – minus the alcohol.
Followed by the Port season.
In December, the sparkling wine season tends to be accompanied by the Port. Port is a typical drink for December in combination with some cheese, and it is a classic for a reason. Here you can find a quick overview of the different ports from Niepoort.
Bubbles season is starting
As the seasonal rush kicks in, Sparkling wine comes into its own. Here are some of our top recommendations from our Portfolio.
Forjas del Salnés, Tim Atkin Rías Baixas Report 2025
Rodriguez Mendez of Forjas del Salnes has been named winemaker of the year in the Tim Atkin Rias Baixas Report of 2025. Rodrigo Mendez is one of Galicia’s cult producers. ‘Forjas del Salnes’ is named after his father’s ironwork forge. The winery has vines dating back to 1912, and local access to a number of … Read More
Fresh from the Cape: Explore the new South African wines
We enjoyed showing an extended view of the South African wines in our portfolio at SPIT 2025. With a significant number of old vines, moderating climate influences and a variety of soils, there are some remarkable wines with distinctive features coming out each year from South Africa. We have one new winemaker, Angus Paul Wines … Read More
Portfolio news – Gusbourne Estate
WineMason has been appointed the exclusive Irish agent for Gusbourne Estate. We have followed with great interest the remarkable evolution of English wine over the past two decades. Gusbourne Estate stands among the world’s leading sparkling wine producers, and we are delighted to represent them in Ireland. Considered to be one of the very best … Read More
A First for Ireland: Belgian Wines Arrive
WineMason is delighted to introduce Vignoble du Château de Bousval, the very first Belgian winery available in Ireland. Belgium is fast emerging as an exciting wine country, with producers like Château de Bousval leading the way in quality and innovation. Their vibrant, terroir-driven wines are earning international acclaim and bringing attention to Belgium as a … Read More
Portfolio tasting 2024 in photos
We are very grateful to our producers and customers who made their way to Dublin. We hope you all enjoyed the day and our wines as much as we did.
