Welcome to Ripe Grapes, a destination for lovers of good wine. Here you can order great wine at reasonable prices, find out what makes it exceptional, see where it comes from and learn something about the producers, and even download some original recipes for good food to go with it.

Ripe Grapes expresses my passion for wine. I enjoy wine which has something to say for itself, and which is driven by quality rather than price. I put my judgement on the line and only sell you wines that I like myself.

My approach to wine is very personal. The query section deals with some of the commonest topics I'm asked about.

I actively encourage you to contact me if you want to discuss anything about the wines or my opinions, or to send in a recipe that you wish to recommend.

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I have included tasting notes so that you can see how I evaluate the many wines I'm asked to taste.

I hope you enjoy the site and, above all, keep on enjoying wine!