Shiraz and Syrah are one and the same. Shiraz is used in Australia, but not exculsively, as South Africa also produces Shiraz, and Syrah is the name used for this variety around the rest of the world. A dark skinned variety, Syrah originated in the Rhone region of France and is strongly influenced by the…...
Winter is here, the days are shorter and the temprature has dropped and our minds naturally turn to delicious red wines on those chilly nights. However it’s important not to forget about the rich, spicy, textural and luscious white wines that are also perfect winter warmers! I‘m very excited about these wines, with a focus…...
When an iconic New Zealand vineyard like Matawhero release a tribute wine you know it will be outstanding. The Irwin Chardonnay is named in honour of the founders of Matawhero, the late Bill Irwin and his son Denis, who are recognised as industry leaders in modern viticulture. Great wine comes from great vineyards. Using only…...
New Zealand’s wine industry hosts many wine festivals throughout year; Waiheke Wine and Food, Toast Martinborough, Hawke’s Bay F.A.W.C and the North Canterbury Wine and Food festival, to name just a few. The one I look forward to visiting every year is New Zealand’s longest running, the Marlborough Wine and Food festival held at Brancott…...
Driven by the preservation of provenance, progressive thinking, sustainability and excellence; Australia’s most historic family-owned winery have released their Samuel’s Collection which embodies these virtues and more. Celebrating founder Samuel Smith’s spirit of independence, along with the most beloved and iconic varietals from the Barossa region, Yalumba have unveiled their striking new clocktower icon on…...
You’re out for dinner and feeling adventurous, it’s time to try something new! Browsing the wine list you flick past the usual suspects, Sparkling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris and you stop at the wines listed as “Other”, or perhaps it’s called “Unique Wines” or “Interesting Varieties”. No matter the name, here is where you…...
