Samantha is a sommelier, writer and wine consultant. @sl_payne
Spice is the bane of every sommelier’s existence; the ultimate test of our mettle. Because not all spices are created equal. From blazing heat to aromatic, it all alters a wine pairing.
My journey through various culinary landscapes has illuminated the multifaceted nature of spice on the palate. These undertakings have taught me that we experience spice in three ways – through texture, flavour
