the knackered mother's wine club


the blog where it all began




What makes a wine suitable for vegetarians? // Helen McGinn

When is a wine not suitable for vegetarians or vegans? Well, it’s all down to fining. Find out more in...

Wonder Woman

I posted this picture of Wonder Woman on Instagram to celebrate this year’s International Women’s Day. I’m the one in the red t-shirt and blue dungarees. I was six years old, on...

How long can you keep wine once opened? // Helen McGinn

Ever wondered how long you can keep a bottle of wine once you’ve opened it? Here’s a quick guide plus...

Thanks a Bunch

So, Mother’s Day on Sunday. Already looking forward to my cup of tea in bed, cards and a few hastily freshly picked daffodils from the garden. But given that I plan to be on the sofa, glass in...

Lightbulb Moment

Last week, I sent an email to everyone who subscribes to this blog asking what else you might like to see on here. I’m properly overwhelmed by the response so thank you – THANK YOU –...

Silver Linings

So, Half Term. I’ve loved not having to wake up to an alarm when it’s still dark outside. Eating breakfast in our pyjamas (which may or may not have been chocolate brownies one particular...

Fine Lines

Last Saturday, I was front page news. Well, sort of. My face was on the front of the paper – in Spain. Here, I was slightly less in-your-face, tucked inside with a feature on, er, my face...

Moving On

January is over. I repeat: o-vah. And man, am I glad to see the back of it. Not just because I was wasn’t drinking. Really. But I’m happy to report I’ve had my first glass of wine of...

Give Me a (Spa) Break

We’re nearly at the end of January *fist pump* which means I can have a glass of wine soon. So, seeing as we’re celebrating (nearly) the end of the toughest month of the year, I thought it...
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