Shiraz – how to sound like you know what you’re talking about
As you’d expect from a wine saint, St Peter is very knowledgeable about wine, so if you’re after few tips on how to sound like you know what you’re talking … Read more
Wine review
What food goes with Shiraz?
So I like eating. And I like drinking. They’re both great! But together they can become something quite extraordinary. The concept of wine pairing is a very complex and much … Read more
What is wine aeration and why do it?
Until recently I never bothered decanting my wine. It was a case of how quickly can I get this stuff in my guts?! But since having met my friends the … Read more
3 Essential Drinks Gadgets That Bring the Outside World Home
Sitting in your favourite pub or café is great, but sometimes everyone wishes they could do all of that at home. These 3 gadgets I use do just that! My … Read more
Wine of the Month – Shiraz Winter Warmers
There’s not much to be happy about when the short days and chilly nights come to Sydney; but there is one thing: Shiraz! Yup, it’s time to bunker down, rug … Read more
Wine of the month – Tempranillo
Over here in Sydney, we’re getting ready to turn our clocks back an hour, pull out our coats and bunker down for the winter. Granted, the coats are more just … Read more
Wine of the Month – Pinot Noir
For a long time, Mrs Romance and I didn’t drink red wine. Crazy, isn’t it? These days we drink more red than white – especially in the winter months when … Read more
Wine of the month – rosé is the new white
Whenever I think of rosé wine, I immediately think of sickly sweet alcopop with lashings of hangover. I’ve always avoided this type of wine more than any other. However, when … Read more
Celebrate with our favourite champagnes
There aren’t many times I can think of where Mrs Romance hasn’t wanted a glass of champagne. Maybe when she’s asleep? No, not even then. Mrs R, like everyone else … Read more
Wine of the month – Riesling
Christmas: it’s my favourite wine season! So instead of focusing on one particular bottle or singling out an individual winery this month, we’ve decided to focus on a grape variety that … Read more