Wine Mick O’Connell on wine: Six of the best from top sommelier Katie SewardThe sommelier extraordinaire of Frank’s restaurant on Camden Street shares six great wines from their excellent list
Wine Mick O’Connell on wine: Go big or go home when it comes to Sicilian wineThe wines of Sicily fall into two categories: cheap and cheerful, and wines of dazzling finesse and brooding character. For the latter, you have to climb
Wine Mick O’Connell on wine: The grape debate on machine versus hand harvestingContrary to popular belief, you can get a fine quality wine from machine-harvested grapes, but it does very much depend on the variety and particular situation
wine Mick O’Connell: This July 4, try these Californian wines priced from €40 to €115When choosing a bottle for the celebrations, look for ones produced by makers with heart and soul
wine Mick O’Connell: Here are six of the best summer rosé wines, from €16 to €150Whether you’re spending big or small, you’ll find a rosé to suit
Wine Mick O’Connell: Italy’s winemakers have a Super Tuscan tale to tellThey can be difficult to find - and pricey - but the wines made by this group of Italian mavericks remain incredibly alluring
wine Mick O’Connell: The intriguing mix of people and place that is a wine’s terroirThe idea of terroir is that a wine is deeply connected to the environment, but its full mysteries have yet to be unlocked
wine To oak or not to oak: Mick O’Connell on one of the wine world’s big questionsIt’s worth knowing a bit more about how and why makers choose to use oak, because it has a major impact on the quality and style of a wine
Wine Mick O’Connell: Watch out for wines from WalesConsider the offerings made by our nearest neighbours across the Irish Sea when you’re choosing your next bottle
Wine Mick O’Connell: It’s the second bottle, not the sulphites, that give you the hangover Our wine expert answers all of the wine-related questions you’ve been too afraid to ask
Food & Wine The best red wines for Christmas, from €27 to €75Settle in with a bottle of one of these great reds, as chosen by Mick O’Connell
Food & Wine The best sparkling wines for Christmas, from €25 to €525Mick O’Conell’s selection of festive fizz has something to suit all budgets
Food & Wine The best white wines for Christmas, from €25 to €140New Zealand, California and France all feature on Mick O’Connell’s list of the best whites for your festive table
wine Mick O’Connell: When it comes to Austrian wine, Burgenland does it better than the restThe area’s wines showcase family ties and exciting terroir
wine Mick O’Connell: How the wine world is adapting to the new realities of climate changeFrom rediscovering old grapes to purchasing land in new areas, winemakers are using a variety of tools to cope with the changing climate
Wine Mick O’Connell: Chill out this autumn with delicious reds from BeaujolaisForget the over-sweet nonsense of Beaujolais Nouveau and seek out the work of this region’s innovative and quality-focused wine makers
Wine Mick O’Connell: The Loire at Nantes brings maritime cooling to the region’s distinct wines Sauvignon blanc, chenin blanc, gamay, cab franc and more - this region truly has something for everyone
wine Mick O’Connell: Pinot noir remains the wine world’s most romantic grapeDetractors may dismiss it as weak, but this heartbreaker is a true delight
Food & Wine Mick O’Connell on the small, beautiful world of grower champagnesThe level of care shown by producers sets these champagnes apart from standard brands and offers individual charm
Mick O’Connell on wine: It’s time for chardonnay to shine once againForget the buttery, over-oaked and cloying examples of the 1990s; today’s chardonnay producers are making some wonderful wines
