Last week I discovered Whirly Wines, a charming little wine shop in Balham, owned and ran by the friendly and charismatic Simon Charles Newson. Simon travels the nooks and crannies of the world to hand-source his wines and they are usually all made by small, boutique producers, so you’ll have a job finding them anywhere else in London. Simon’s passion for wine shines through with a contagious enthusiasm and whether you are a connoisseur or a novice, you’ll feel right at home in his shop-come-tasting room where you’re sure to discover some real gems.