Wines for the Weekend: These may not be the finest wines you’ve ever tasted, but they’re decent

How to Drink Better: John Wilson has done all the important research so you don’t have to

Wine consumption is falling in general, but I expect these slightly different options to be on the rise this year

Wines for the Weekend: These two wines are both discounted at O’Briens

How to Drink Better: We all know a ‘wine buff’ who deserves to be tested

John Wilson: Alto Piemonte has passed through cycles of fame and failure, but it’s now definitely on the up

Wines for the Weekend: Grapes used in this white wine were traditionally used in Cognac and Armagnac

How to Drink Better: Remember to bring a dedicated driver to your tasting

Warm reds match well with the darker nights and hearty meals of deep winter

Wines for the Weekend: These wines – a pinot gris and a Haut-Médoc –both offer great value for money

How to Drink Better: Not all grapes planted around the world are used to make wine, but plenty are

Definitions of low alcohol vary, while it’s becoming increasingly harder for producers to keep down alcohol levels

Wines for the Weekend: The Mucho Más from Spain would drink well on its own before dinner

How to Drink Better: Dessert wines vary in style, so it’s good to work out what you enjoy

Did you know you can find very fine sparkling wines in England?