SmoothRed

05/09/2026

Grab your glass and get ready to run! 👟🍷

Today marks the 40th edition of the renowned Marathon du Médoc, which as you may have guessed, takes its name from its route through Bordeaux’s Left Bank.

Hosted and fueled by dozens of renowned châteaux, the 26.2-mile route features 23 stops along the way, each with sumptuous sips and gourmet delights. From oysters to steak, foie gras to local cheeses, runners are treated to the best of French gastronomy, all paired with world-class w**e and fancy dress.

Our own founder Adam ran the race two years ago with Château Pichon Baron, so enjoy a glimpse of his experience for an idea of what you can expect!

There is no comparison anywhere else — this is a bucket-list race for avid runners and w**e lovers alike.

We wish all of this year’s runners good luck as they take on this extraordinary challenge!

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31/08/2026

W**es from our wildest destination yet 🐆
 
To celebrate the launch of our South Africa w**e tours, this month’s ‘By the Glass’ is dedicated to our favourite South African w**es.
 
Earlier this year, our founder Adam and Travel Designers Phoebe and Magda explored some of the country’s most celebrated w**e estates. Swipe through to discover the bottles that stood out and earned a place among their favourites.
 
Which South African w**e would you most like to try?🍷
 
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28/08/2026

Harvest season is almost upon us 🍂🍇

With grapes being harvested from late August through to October, this is the busiest time in the w**emaking calendar. Many regions mark the start of harvest with historic w**e and grape celebrations, featuring parades, tastings and food pairings.

Check out this lovely reel from our partners Capanna, Montalcino in Tuscany, where grapes are harvested by hand during 'la vendemmia' (Italy's w**e harvest season).

Let us know how you're celebrating harvest season!

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📸: Capanna, Montalcino

26/08/2026

Unwind with wellness and w**e at these dreamy retreats 🍇🌿

Hostellerie de Levernois, Beaune: countryside charm meets luxury at this Relais & Châteaux restored 18th-century villa. Home to a one Michelin-starred restaurant, with an expert sommelier team to guide w**e pairings.

Sublime Comporta: the perfect pine forest retreat along Portugal's Alentejo coast, with an adults-only spa, nearby beaches and unique dining experiences, featuring locally-sourced ingredients.

Louma Country Hotel, Dorset: enjoy spa wellness, yoga overlooking the vineyards and the estate's own award-winning w**es along England's Jurassic Coast.

Dreaming of your next w**e and wellness holiday? Let us know where you'd like to go 🍷

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📸: Hostellerie de Levernois, Relais & Châteaux / Sublime Comporta / Eva-Lili for Louma Country Hotel

24/08/2026

The best of both worlds: combining city breaks and w**e regions 🍷

Perfect pairings aren't just about choosing w**es to complement your meal — sometimes it's about deciding how to combine w**e regions to make the most of your visit.

Spend time in iconic cities, visiting landmarks, dining at world-class restaurants, and sampling w**es at local w**e bars. Next, head to a nearby w**e region to learn about the w**e you've been drinking and sip exceptional styles straight from the source.

Swipe for a selection of our favourite city break destinations, and which w**e regions we would pair with them 🍇

Let us know which pairing you'd like to try first!

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📸 Slide 1: Cyril Cosson for Visit Bordeaux / Slide 6: Gusbourne W**es

21/08/2026

Here's how we'd plan the ultimate w**e and wildlife itinerary in South Africa 🐆🍷

From Big Five game drives in Kruger National Park to world-class vineyards in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, this is the ultimate South Africa w**e and wildlife itinerary, tried and tested by our founder Adam and Travel Designers Phoebe and Magda.

Here's some of what you can expect on this epic adventure:

— Spot lions, leopards, elephants and giraffes on safari
— Explore Cape Town, from Table Mountain to Chapman's Peak Drive
— Meet the penguins at Boulders Beach
— Sip your way through the Cape W**elands
— Stay at iconic hotels and luxury safari lodges, including Royal Malewane and La Residence

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11/08/2026

Some of the best travel experiences are about the journey, not just the destination.

This summer, discover winding vineyard roads, beautiful countryside and award-winning w**es along The Kentish W**e Way. You won't believe how close it is.

Discover The Kentish W**e Way on a tailormade English w**e tour with SmoothRed.

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10/08/2026

We're delighted to share this recent coverage in Forbes, about why Greek w**e tourism is having a moment, featuring insights from our CEO & Founder Adam.

Check out the article at the link below, and if you're feeling inspired, speak to our Travel Designers about planning your own Greek w**e trip 🍷

The Pythagoras Cup, Greece’s ancient “greedy cup,” offers a playful way to explore Greek w**e, Samos, Santorini, history, tourism and the art of drinking well.