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What Is Bordeaux Wine? A Beginner’s Guide from Humble Grape
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What Is Bordeaux Wine? A Beginner’s Guide from Humble Grape

Bordeaux is a famous wine region in south-west France known especially for red blends made from grapes such as Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. In this beginner-friendly guide from Humble Grape, we explain the key grapes, Left Bank vs Right Bank, flavours, styles and food pairings, plus a few delicious ways to discover Bordeaux for yourself.

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August Bank Holiday in London: Wine, Terraces & Long Weekend Plans at Humble Grape
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August Bank Holiday in London: Wine, Terraces & Long Weekend Plans at Humble Grape

Looking for something to do over the August bank holiday in London? Spend the long weekend at Humble Grape with sustainable wine, great food and relaxed terraces in Battersea, Canary Wharf and Islington. Whether you are planning Saturday lunch, Sunday drinks or an easy Bank Holiday Monday catch-up, pick your neighbourhood and let the long weekend unfold.

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5 Cosy Wine Bars in London for 2026
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5 Cosy Wine Bars in London for 2026

Five cosy London wine bars for 2026, from an 11th-century crypt near Bank to a converted potato storehouse cellar, with hours, booking policy and what's poured.
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Are You Missing Out on California Wines?
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Are You Missing Out on California Wines?

California produces around 81% of American wine, spanning far more than big Napa Cabs. At Humble Grape, you can explore the Golden State through our monthly California Wine Flight, two special events with Starmont & Merryvale, and our Wine Discovery Experience across London.

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California Pinot Noir: A Guide for Pinot Noir Day
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California Pinot Noir: A Guide for Pinot Noir Day

International Pinot Noir Day on 18 August celebrates one of the world's most captivating grapes. At Humble Grape, we love the California story, where many of the leading coastal regions combine sunshine with cooling Pacific fog and breezes to produce expressive, food-friendly reds. Here's how to explore it, pour it and pair it.

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National Prosecco Day: The Best Prosecco and Sparkling Wines to Drink This August
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National Prosecco Day: The Best Prosecco and Sparkling Wines to Drink This August

National Prosecco Day falls on 13 August each year, making it a brilliant excuse to explore sparkling wine done properly. Humble Grape champions Prosecco, Crémant and Champagne from independent producers who put sustainability at the heart of their winemaking, with organic, biodynamic and low-intervention bottles throughout the range.

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Burger and Bordeaux: The £20 Lunch Offer at Humble Grape
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Burger and Bordeaux: The £20 Lunch Offer at Humble Grape

Humble Grape's Burger and Bordeaux offer pairs a juicy beef burger with a glass of classic Bordeaux red for £20 per person. Enjoy it every Saturday from 12pm to 4pm at Battersea and Islington, plus Fridays and Saturdays from 12pm to 3.30pm at Canary Wharf from 28th August. Book ahead or simply walk in.

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