Learn and Explore

Want to learn more about wines and spirits? Browse our range of articles on everything from blending Tawny Port to fine vintage Champagne, from the geography of Burgundy to a guide to the distilleries of Scotland. These introductions will give you an insight into the history, production techniques and stylistic differences of the many thousands of different wines and spirits we stock at Hedonism Wines. If you still can't find the information you need, don't hesitate to reach out via the contact us page and we'll get back to you right away.

If you're interested in learning about a specific winery or distillery - check out our interviews page - we've sat down with some of the industries leading distillers and winemakers for discussions as part as of "Hedonism Meets..." interview series.

Karuizawa - Japan's Sleeping Giant

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It is something of an irony that the founding father of Japanese whisky, Shinjiro Torii, intended for Japanese whisky to be a spirit that could be enjoyed by the average consumer; when in reality, the vicissitudes of recent whisky history – and the combination of increasing rarity and rising demand in recent years – have determined that Karuizawa whisky has become one of the most rarefied and expensive spirits in the world...

Two New Releases from Yamazaki and Hakushu

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We're delighted to offer two brand new whiskies rom Yamazaki and Hakushu, released exclusively for Japanese Travel Retail. If you would like to purchase either or both of these limited editions, please enter get in touch using the contact form and a member of the team will reach out to process your order.

Hedonism meets... Dave Broom - Whisky Writer

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We catch up with whisky writer Dave Broom to discuss the history of Hazelwood House, the Gordon Family and the making of Scotch as we know it today...

Dave is one of the world experts when it comes to whisky and it was a real privilege to spend a few minutes talking about his collaboration with House of Hazelwood - The Accelerator and The Brake.

Bordeaux 2022 - A Vintage to Remember

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The 2022 vintage in Bordeaux has been heralded as exceptional, with many in the industry excited about the quality and potential of the wines produced. We take a deep dive into various facets of the vintage, shedding light on the weather conditions, the reception by winemakers, comparisons to previous vintages, and assessments regarding the aging potential of the wines.

Register your interest in the new Glenfiddich 49 Year Old 1973 Archive Collection

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The Archive Collection is a series of old, classic Glenfiddich casks. Each a letter from the past.

A snapshot of the moment they were filled – a time capsule – the opening of which unlocks a taste of the famous and storied history of the Glenfiddich Distillery.

Every cask released within the Glenfiddich Archive Collection is unique. Single Casks which