The Wine Buff Dungarvan

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 to 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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24/05/2026

My favourite rose!!

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.

09/05/2026

Two distinctly different styles of Albariño to suit the changeable weather we’re having this weekend.

The crispy and zesty Ruta 49, if the sun is out, and the more rounded, deeper Terras de Lantaño, if the sun is hiding.
We have you covered either way.

07/05/2026

Old favourite, new clothes.
The Cevennes region is renowned for its rugged countryside and mountains, it is devoted to sheep breeding and forestry and on its lower slopes the vineyards are located.

This wine is 100% pinot noir, fresh and lively with an aroma of cherries and juicy tannins. A touch of "Garrigue” which is a French term for the wild hillside vegetation of the Mediterranean Coast, “garrigue” refers to a mix of lavender, juniper, thyme, rosemary and sage.