Cold-weather sparkling – is it ever too chilly for bubbly?
In our interview with Ed Carr – head winemaker of renowned House of Arras from Tasmania, we look at weather-appropriate bubbles and what a to eat with a fine glass … Read more
Wine reviews
Christmas cheers – 3 Aussie bubblies to raise a glass to
It’s not a celebration without bubbles. So for the biggest celebration in the year, here’s the Australian sparkling wine to fizz up your Christmas and make your New Year go … Read more
7 fine wines and rare whisky – the discerning drinker’s Christmas list
There’s something wonderful about having a special bottle to open at Christmas; to savour the flavours of an elegant drink with the people who mean the most. Here are some … Read more
5 wine trends to watch out for
Nothing stays still for very long, even in something as well-established as the wine industry. Here are five different wine trends that we have on good authority will be influencing … Read more
Wine of the month – Gewurztraminer rediscovered
Gewurztraminer has a reputation for being a very sweet white wine and isn’t that popular in Australia. But a cold-climate ‘Gewurz’ challenges both wine lovers’ precepts and its own reputation. … Read more
Champagne by any other name… sparkling wine from around the world
Since the 1660s – when the British invented Champagne style sparkling wine – the French have been busy mastering the art. But just like its origins, sparkling wine doesn’t begin … Read more
9 cold weather whites to see you through the chilly season
Most people think of white wine as a warm-weather drink. A chilled glass of Riesling or a frosty Sauv Blanc on a hot day might sound like the only way, … Read more
We’re dreaming of a pink Christmas – 5 summer rosés for the festive season
Across the globe, the rosé revolution is taking hold. And there’s no better time to enjoy this international ’coup de glass’ than at Christmas. Here are 5 summer rosés for … Read more
5 winter reds from South Australia – which Aussie wines to drink over winter
Wine is always about when and where you’ll be when you drink it. While the sun’s still taking her time to warm up the day and then in a hurry … Read more
Are you drinking your wine at the correct temperature?
There’s nothing better than a crisp, chilled glass of Riesling on a hot summer’s day, or bunkering down over a warm, gluey Shiraz as winter frosts the windows. But are … Read more