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Here’s a quick guide with all you really need to know when it comes to sulphur in wines. Plus what to drink if you want stuff with little or no added sulphur.

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With the end of term looming, it’s time to get organized. And that means stocking up the fridge and wine rack so that you’re covered for any eventuality. From last minute drop-ins to midweek sippers, Friday night wine to dinner with friends, this case has got it all. Leaving you more time to think about what to do with the kids for the next six weeks…

Together with Abi Hirshfeld, Laithwaites wine buyer (and fellow knackered mother!), I’ve selected a case of 12 wines from our range. Normally priced at £120, the case is priced at just £79.99, a SAVING OF £40.

BUY KMWC CASE

 

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When is a wine not suitable for vegetarians or vegans? Well, it’s all down to fining. Find out more in Read more “What makes a wine suitable for vegetarians? // Helen McGinn”

Ever wondered how long you can keep a bottle of wine once you’ve opened it? Here’s a quick guide plus Read more “How long can you keep wine once opened? // Helen McGinn”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! This is my end of the week video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW is a Sauternes from Lidl (£8.99). See below for link.

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Link: http://www.lidl.co.uk/en/9902.htm

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Written and performed by the fabulous Scummy Mummies, recorded during a podcast with me at Camp Bestival.

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Written and performed by the fabulous Scummy Mummies, recorded during a podcast with me at Camp Bestival.

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Thank Friday It’s Wine! This is my end of the week video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW is a Vinho Verde from Sainsbury’s. See below for link.

Subscribe for more wine info! Let me know what you think here or on the blog (where you’ll find weekly wine recommendations too).

Link: http://www.sainsburys.co.uk/shop/gb/groceries/sainsburys-portuguese-vinho-verde-75cl

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Thank Friday It’s Wine! This is my end of the week video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW is a Vinho Verde from Sainsbury’s. See below for link.

Subscribe for more wine info! Let me know what you think here or on the blog (where you’ll find weekly wine recommendations too).

Link: http://www.sainsburys.co.uk/shop/gb/groceries/sainsburys-portuguese-vinho-verde-75cl

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Thank Friday It’s Wine! This is my end of the week video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW is an English white wine from Albourne Estate in Sussex, £13.95, see below for the link.

Subscribe for more wine info! Let me know what you think here or on the blog (where you’ll find weekly wine recommendations too).

Link: http://www.albourneestate.co.uk/product/estate-selection-2014

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Thank Friday It’s Wine! This is my end of the week video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW is an English white wine from Albourne Estate in Sussex, £13.95, see below for the link.

Subscribe for more wine info! Let me know what you think here or on the blog (where you’ll find weekly wine recommendations too).

Link: http://www.albourneestate.co.uk/product/estate-selection-2014

Chin Chin x

Thank Friday It’s Wine! This is my end of the week video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW is a Beaujolais from M&S, see below for the link.

Subscribe for more wine info! Let me know what you think here or on the blog (where you’ll find weekly wine recommendations too).

Link: http://www.marksandspencer.com/beaujolais-case-of-6/p/p21126948

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Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW is a Prosecco from Aldi, see below for the link.

Subscribe for more wine info! Let me know what you think here or on the blog (where you’ll find weekly wine recommendations too).

Link: https://www.aldi.co.uk/en/product-range/drinks/wine-cellar/sparkling-wine/sparkling-wine-product-detail-page/ps/p/valdobbiadene-prosecco-spumante-docg/

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Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Juicy £8 Malbec from Tesco”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine // Great rose for a fiver!”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine // Lip-smacking white from M&S”

Which wines work best with different types of chocolate? Find out here in this short video, including tips on where Read more “Wine & Chocolate // Helen McGinn”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Fab Champagne from Waitrose”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Fab Champagne from Waitrose”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Chocolatey Chilean Merlot from Tesco”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Chocolatey Chilean Merlot from Tesco”

Are screwcaps a bit naff? Why are they used instead of corks? And what is cork taint? Find out in Read more “What’s the deal with Screwcaps? // Helen McGinn”

Are screwcaps a bit naff? Why are they used instead of corks? And what is cork taint? Find out in Read more “What’s the deal with Screwcaps? // Helen McGinn”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly vlog featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Bargain White from Sainsbury’s”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly vlog featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Bargain White from Sainsbury’s”

Subscribe for more wine stuff, including wine recommendations and (hopefully helpful!) wine info. Let me know what *you’d* like to Read more “Helen McGinn // The Knackered Mother’s Wine Club”

Subscribe for more wine stuff, including wine recommendations and (hopefully helpful!) wine info. Let me know what *you’d* like to Read more “Helen McGinn // The Knackered Mother’s Wine Club”

What does vintage mean when it comes to wine? Find out all you really need to know in this short Read more “Wine: What Does Vintage Mean? // Helen McGinn”

What does vintage mean when it comes to wine? Find out all you really need to know in this short Read more “Wine: What Does Vintage Mean? // Helen McGinn”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Brilliant £5 Spanish red from Asda”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly video featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Brilliant £5 Spanish red from Asda”

Do we really need to decant wine? And if so, why? Find out what you really need to know about Read more “Does Wine Need Decanting? // Helen McGinn”

Do we really need to decant wine? And if so, why? Find out what you really need to know about Read more “Does Wine Need Decanting? // Helen McGinn”

What is a grape variety? And what does it mean when it comes to wine? Find out in this quick Read more “The Variety Show – Grapes & Wine // Helen McGinn”

What is a grape variety? And what does it mean when it comes to wine? Find out in this quick Read more “The Variety Show – Grapes & Wine // Helen McGinn”

Is it the sulphur in wine that causes a hangover? Find out in this quick vlog – plus how to Read more “Sulphur in Wine & Hangovers // Helen McGinn”

Is it the sulphur in wine that causes a hangover? Find out in this quick vlog – plus how to Read more “Sulphur in Wine & Hangovers // Helen McGinn”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly vlog featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Great value Italian White from M&S”

Thank Friday It’s Wine! A weekly vlog featuring a wine that’s a) delicious and b) great value. This week’s TFIW Read more “Thank Friday It’s Wine! // Great value Italian White from M&S”

Find out how to get the most out of your wine glass. Best watched with glass in hand. Subscribe for Read more “How To *Really* Taste Wine // Helen McGinn”

Find out how to get the most out of your wine glass. Best watched with glass in hand. Subscribe for Read more “How To *Really* Taste Wine // Helen McGinn”

Wishing you all a very happy Christmas, with lots of love and laughter. And wine.

So, here’s a mashup of drinks & me & others on The Alan Titchmarsh Show from the last couple of Read more “Me & Wine on The Alan Titchmarsh Show // Helen McGinn”

So, here’s a mashup of drinks & me & others on The Alan Titchmarsh Show from the last couple of Read more “Me & Wine on The Alan Titchmarsh Show // Helen McGinn”

The London launch of The Knackered Mother’s Wine Club book!

Kindly filmed by Shoot The Company (www.shootthecompany.com)

The London launch of The Knackered Mother’s Wine Club book!

Kindly filmed by Shoot The Company (www.shootthecompany.com)

What happened when my mother tasted an English Sparkling Wine next to a Champagne…

What happened when my mother tasted an English Sparkling Wine next to a Champagne…

I know, it sounds easy. And it is. But if you don’t swirl, sniff and swill, you’ll miss half the Read more “BritMums Twitter Tasting: How To Taste Wine // Helen McGinn”

I know, it sounds easy. And it is. But if you don’t swirl, sniff and swill, you’ll miss half the Read more “BritMums Twitter Tasting: How To Taste Wine // Helen McGinn”

Asked by BritMums: ‘why do I blog?’ This is what I said. And I’m really sorry about the swear word.

Asked by BritMums: ‘why do I blog?’ This is what I said. And I’m really sorry about the swear word.