Barbara 
Never could we have anticipated that we would be designing and coordinating the updates to the Wine List 2020 via Zoom, WhatsApp, email, and phone call, from all corners of Dublin. It was an interesting and sometimes challenging task. The new list is more minimal in style and concise in content. We hope you like … Read More
The word “clone” for me immediately conjures images of Dolly the Sheep or a particular space movie franchise. However, grape growers have been selecting and cultivating grape clones long before the birth of George Lucas. Last year, I had the privilege of attending a masterclasses with Richard Kershaw MW, where he talked us through the … Read More
What is it? Qu’est-ce que c’est? Wine à la Mason was an initiative we created as a team in response to the tumultuous trading conditions we experienced during the Covid-19 lockdown. We pre-selected and pre-packed mixed cases of wines at three different price points. All of the wines are imported solely by us, from amazing … Read More
If pictures speak louder than words, this is a quick snapshot of SPIT 2019.
Starting the day off right, Ana pours a magnum of Gramona Corpinnat
Checking it twice
Vasco Croft of Aphros and Andreas Kubach of Peninsula talk orange
Forjas del Salnes, Rodrigo Mendez
Riesling was a hit, Cathrin from Wagner Stempel
Thanks for tasting
Thanks for the conversations
Time to reflect
Lean in
Thanks for the opinions
In a recent visit to Chateau de Cérons, it wasn’t only the wines that bowled us over. It was the charm of husband and wife team, Xavier and Caroline that really captivated us. They own one of the oldest cellars in all of Bordeaux. It was in Xavier’s family for centuries until 2012 when Xavier … Read More
Another portfolio tasting done and dusted and we couldn’t have been happier with how everything went. This was out first time using the space in Temple Bar Gallery Studios and everything was perfect, from the illuminating light streaming in, to the general atmosphere in the room. We hope you enjoyed it too. Here are a … Read More
The growth of Organic and Biodynamic and towards an understanding of Natural wine Our list since 2015 to 2018 shows a marked increase in the number of certified organic * and biodynamic ** wines from 20% to 35% of the volume of all wines that we sell. This is not counting those who practice organic … Read More
Many venues serve port too warm. Reducing temperature offers greater versatility, and increases the uniquely enjoyable qualities that port offers. We suggest temperatures of 13 – 16°C for Ruby Port and 10 -13°C for Tawny Port. When serving an LBV or Vintage Port we recommend 16°C to balance alcoholic warming against astringency. These recommendations are … Read More
Here are some notes on the two Riesling master classes which we held on 17 May 2017, presented by Anne Krebiehl MW who we flew over for the day from London. Germany’s wine regions cover 4 degrees of latitude from 51 to 48 degrees north and wine production is strongly influenced by and would be … Read More
On the plane to Prowein some independent importers discussed the idea of a group tasting to promote and raise the profile of the independent wine trade. The result SPIT 2015 was held in Smock Alley Theatre on 29 October. Trade event by day, Consumer event by night. In addition to WineMason, Vinos Tito, GrapeCircus, Tyrrell and Company … Read More
On the 14th of April, WineMason hosted a portfolio tasting for their 2015 list. There was a self pouring table with a focus on Gruner Veltliner – a line up different regions and styles. There was plenty from Germany, of course. We offered new vintages and updates from Rheingau, Mosel, Nahe, Rheinhessen and Baden, Riesling, … Read More
We recently opened a selection of wines from several vintages and producers who we represent. The tasting reinforced the value of knowing your vintages and understanding how the wines are evolving. Just as drinking grand cru Burgundy or Cru Classe Bordeaux it is equally important for top tier German Riesling. 2013 – very fine high … Read More
