Lay & Wheeler

06/08/2026

Your Guide to Italian Wine ep.3

Sangiovese and Chianti are the iconic Italian wine styles that Will and Rosie discover in this next episode of our Guide to Italian wine, before talking Super Tuscans and how they changed Italian wine history

05/08/2026

Meet Sofia from Gaia Wines as she introduces the beautifully vibrant 4-6h Rosé

Founded in 1994, Gaia Estate has been one of the pioneers of the modern Greek wine revolution. An appetising and vivid rosé with an intense and aromatic profile, Agiorgitiko (a fragrant red wine grape native to Greece’s Peloponnese Peninsula) wavers between delicate floral notes of rose petals and fruity flavours of pomegranate and strawberry. Vibrantly fresh with a deliciously refreshing finish, it is the perfect aperitif wine, but also paired with light summer dishes, fresh Mediterranean flavours and traditional Greek cuisine.

Have you discovered Greek rosé yet? 🇬🇷

30/07/2026

28/07/2026

We‘re in The Times! 🙌🍷

Our 2020 Château de Fonbel, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru has been featured in Jane MacQuitty’s round-up of 27 top-quality wines from £15.

”Hit the heights with an even finer, drink-now St Emilion from the awesome Ausone stable. Brimming with gloriously rich, complex, chewy, to***co leaf-scented style, plus a long, tangy, herbaceous finish, it‘s tailor-made for rosy-pink roast lamb or beef. Try it!“

Thank you The Times and Sunday Times and Jane MacQuitty for the recommendation! 🌟

24/07/2026

Your Guide to Italian Wine ep.1

Rosie and Will talk Chianti in wooden baskets, exploring Sicily and native grapes, in their guide to Italian wine. We begin the series with an exploration of what makes this wine region so unique and appealing, from its incredible diversity of grape varieties, to its rich history and of course, incredible food culture. Keep your eyes open for the next episode!

21/07/2026

A great wine is a postcard from the place it’s been made and the people that crafted it.



And this summer we invite you to pour a glass and transport yourself to sunnier climes; whether a lime-licked Assyrtiko to bring Greece’s searing blue skies and rugged landscapes to mind; a delicately blushed Rosé that makes recreating that Provencal bread-and-cheese lunch more authentic; or an aromatic Nebbiolo that recalls sunlit hills and hearty dishes of Piedmont, this range has been specially selected to bring your summer holiday home with you. And what’s more, these bottles are all ready to open and enjoy, right now.

So whether you’ll be throwing a couple of tumblers and a chilled bottle of white in your bag for outdoor adventures, or serving the perfect juicy, crunchy red wine at a garden picnic or barbeque, you can recreate your own summer getaway with Lay & Wheeler’s Buyer-curated range.

Photography Philippa Langley | Styling

16/07/2026

Jesús Herrera, Artistic Director of the London Philharmonic Orchestra, reflects on his first visit to Wiston Estate and draws a beautiful parallel between discovering a remarkable wine and hearing a masterpiece for the very first time.

Just as a first listening of Mahler‘s Third Symphony reveals layer upon layer of nuance, a truly exceptional wine invites you to slow down, explore and discover something new with every sip.

Wine and music share a remarkable ability to bring people together, spark conversation and create unforgettable experiences.

14/07/2026

What happens when great wine and great music come together?

Following a wonderful day at Wiston Estate - surrounded by beautiful vineyards, exceptional wines and even better company - we caught up with some of our guests to hear about their experience and their thoughts on the connection between music and wine.

08/07/2026

The Winemaker’s Kitchen Episode.3 Paringa Estate 🌅👨‍🍳

Founder of Australia’s Paringa Estate, Lindsay McCall, had the epiphany which would lead to the creation of the estate upon discovering a fantastic local wine at a restaurant; so it’s no surprise that thoughtful and beautifully-crafted food continues to be central to the Paringa story. In this edition of Winemaker’s Kitchen, Head Winemaker Jamie McCall and Chef Blake Sey talk us through the exceptional dishes they create at their winery restaurant in the stunning Mornington Peninsula, and how they pair with the unique character of their wine.