*slurp* *slurp*

Now, where was I? *slurp* Oh yes.. The Belfast Telegraph focuses, just about [or is that you? – Ed], on the Northern Ireland aspect of a recent report on the drinking habits of the UK and other European citizens. It seems that drinking wine at home is on the increase *slurp* According to unnamed drinks industry experts, “the demise of the Troubles has fuelled a boom in wine consumption”.. hmm.. AND they helpfully reference a Belfast-based online store, Direct Wine Shipments.. although, I have to shay *slurp* that the on-line shtock sheems a little reshtricted compared to the major competition *hic*

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