Scottish chef to launch a Riesling by September

Forget the traditional dram of whisky. Scottish chef, Pete Gottgens, who planted vines in the grounds of the Ardeonaig hotel on the banks of Loch Tay four years ago, is hoping to produce a crisp Riesling by September.

Mr Gottgens, who owns the Perthshire hotel, said:  “We are looking to produce something this year, whether it is wine or vinegar.

“I don't for one minute think we are going to rival any of the great wine-producing areas of the world.Read more

Guests can get wine tips from Scottish wine expert Tom Cannavan
 
The Lake of Menteith Hotel in Perthshire has expanded its annual winter event series of wine and dinner evenings to include an even wider choice of food, wine and jazz packages.

Guests can enjoy Spanish food and wine matching to an evening of chocolate and wine, as well as a live Jazz night dinner dance and a vibrant American evening with celebrity US chef Mark Salter.Read more