There’s no single Mediterranean style but many of my favourites evoke “stone, vine and sun”

Modern alternatives, with innovative blends of spices, fruits and teas, are all the better for avoiding alcohol

From the Massif Central to Nantes, it’s home to freethinking winemakers making elegant drinks – including thrillingly reinvigorated muscadet

Forget past associations, the elegant bottle is now a statement of intent for the fresh, floral, racy wines inside

At first taste, they seem like duds. But give them a chance – as with difficult music or strong cheese – and they might they grow on you

Look at the small print and you’ll find the name of the importer – the equivalent of publishers or record labels. And if you like one of their bottles, chances are you’ll want to try others

There isn’t a clear formula for quality and cost. But you can find good value if you know how and where to look

Our wine expert selects bottles to match any event, dish or budget, from festive fizz to wintery whites and robust reds. Cheers!

The Observer’s wine writer updates his tips for a post-Brexit, squeezed cost of living Britain

They’re a whirl of energy, always on the lookout for the next obscure variety, says the Observer’s wine writer, who also picks six of their best bottles

From Santorini to Thessaloniki, cutting-edge modern wines are capturing the imagination of the world’s sommeliers

Want to avoid August’s wine duty increase? Try everything from a floral English white to a refreshing prosecco

From a lemony Greek white under a tenner to a French malbec full of black fruit, raise a glass to the wines to drink over the warmer months

This ancient method of making sparkling wine produces a perfect summer aperitif

The Liebfraumilch years are long gone. From seriously good riesling to juicy pinot noir, Germany now has plenty to offer

Made from rasinated grapes, this opulent red from Valpolicella is a luxury these days. Luckily, its less pricey alternatives are also worth trying

OFM’s drinks expert picks high street wines where quality comes at a surprisingly low price

So often no and low alcohol beverages are simply masquerading as something they aren’t, but these drinks are very happy to be just what they say on the label, says David Williams

What goes best with turkey? And what’s good for a party? Your guide to wines for all festive occasions – and budgets

Across the planet, growers are having to adjust to extreme conditions in a warming world