Wine

Cathal McBride: Embracing the unusual doesn’t have to be scary

There are a myriad of ‘off the beaten track’ wines, resurrected grapes and undiscovered gems out there waiting to be experienced and enjoyed

Different does not and should not mean that we compromise on quality and price in the wine we choose. Picture: Getty

Taking a look at our own wine choices with the change of seasons, perhaps now is an opportune time to look outside the box into uncharted waters.

Different does not and should not mean that we compromise on quality and price. While some grapes that follow may be unfamiliar, there are also some well-known varieties and blends offering dynamic expressions outside of the regions for which they have become famous. Take the Bergerac AOC as ...