Whether your December is freezing or sweltering, Richard's round-up has a wine for all seasons. Above, morning fog above Bien Nacido vineyard, a source of fruit for Richard's highest-scoring wine this month.
How fortunate we are to love a drink that has such endless variation. Even among a relatively small number, such as my selection of tasting notes this month, there is ample breadth of flavour and style to satisfy even the most jaded palate.
Personal highlights include the best Chinese Chardonnay I've ever tasted, an old-favourite Pinot Noir from Au Bon Climat in southern California, my new favourite red...