The Wine Buff Cork

06/06/2026

Morin’s is a superb example of what Sancerre does best: lean, precise, and intensely aromatic, with the kind of mineral depth that only comes from great terroir and low yields.

04/06/2026

Summer Deals Have Arrived!

We’ve got some fantastic online offers running throughout the month of June.

Whether you’re planning BBQs with friends and family, enjoying dinner in the garden, or heading off on a holiday around Ireland, we can deliver your favourite wines straight to your door, wherever you are.

Choose from our great value case offers, or build your own with our online only Summer Bottle Deals.

Have a fantastic summer, and we hope to see you in the shop soon.

https://thewinebuff.com/collections/summer-offer

31/05/2026

28/05/2026

Viura de Ontañón, magic in a bottle.

A vegan-friendly white Rioja made from 100% Viura, oak-aged for depth and complexity.

White Rioja is one of Spain’s most underrated wine styles — aromatic, textured, and food-friendly, with a distinctive character that sets it apart from other Spanish whites.

This is a wine that rewards curiosity.

26/05/2026

Look what the sunshine has brought Ireland!!

Introducing Duas Osgas (Two Geckos), born from the hot land of Alentejo, where the geckos have a constant presence in the Cas’amaro wineyards.

It’s a smooth and silky wine. Dark cherry, plum and forest fruits come first, with a dry, savoury character running underneath giving it all extra substance.

This will be your best friend this summer.

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23/05/2026

Lou Rosat: elegant with serious character, from one of the Languedoc's most historic estates.

An exceptional organic rosé from Cinsault, Grenache, and Syrah — salmon-coloured with blue reflections, powerful and aromatic, with the freshness of a cool sea

Summer season 2026 has officially arrived.

21/05/2026

Anything but ordinary.

Customer favourite, Rippa Dorii Verdejo awarded 92 points by Decanter.

We, at The Wine Buff, are privileged to partner with producers who continuously shine on the world stage as well.

19/05/2026

Why are some grapevines red at budburst?

At budburst, some young vine shoots and leaves develop striking red or bronze tones due to pigments called anthocyanins. These pigments help protect delicate new growth from oxidative stress caused by cold mornings, bright sunshine, wind, and rapid growth.

The colour acts like a natural sunscreen, shielding immature leaves from excess light and heat while they are still developing. Interestingly, not all vines turn red at budburst. Many remain mostly green, while certain varieties, particularly some red wine grapes or stressed vines, show much stronger colouring.

As the leaves mature and become more resilient, the red tones usually fade back to green.

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16/05/2026

Love Prosecco and need an upgrade?
From the sun-drenched hills of Treviso comes this elegant expression of Italy's most beloved sparkler. Azienda Agricola San Giuseppe crafts their Prosecco Spumante with the same dedication their family has brought to these vineyards for generations—honouring tradition while capturing the pure, joyful essence of Glera.

14/05/2026

Delta NZ shines again.
"Gorgeous lime and herbs on the nose with ripe, vibrant green fruit flavours shot through with incredible acidity.
So full of life with real balance and power."