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Soave Sway

Soave Sway

When I first offered the delicious Suavia Soave Monte Carbonare 5 years ago, not only was it hard to come by, so was the press. Nowdays it’s still hard to come by, but...

Soave Sway

When I first offered the delicious Suavia Soave Monte Carbonare 5 years ago, not only was it hard to come by, so was the press. Nowdays it’s still hard to come by, but...

Blessed are the Winemakers

Blessed are the Winemakers

An enjoyable Christmas Day involves a lot of planning, so I’ve put together a couple of six-packs, to take the work out of the wine list. When I think of...

Blessed are the Winemakers

An enjoyable Christmas Day involves a lot of planning, so I’ve put together a couple of six-packs, to take the work out of the wine list. When I think of...

Hello Brunello

Hello Brunello

A friend in the restaurant game recently mentioned that Brunello is suddenly the hottest thing on her wine list. But what exactly is it?  Biondi-Santi not only put the region and its...

Hello Brunello

A friend in the restaurant game recently mentioned that Brunello is suddenly the hottest thing on her wine list. But what exactly is it?  Biondi-Santi not only put the region and its...

Mr Parker Picked A Pair of Perfect Picpouls

Mr Parker Picked A Pair of Perfect Picpouls

Summer’s around the corner so now’s time to think about having a fresh, easy drinking and affordable white to have on hand. I think I have the perfect variety for...

Mr Parker Picked A Pair of Perfect Picpouls

Summer’s around the corner so now’s time to think about having a fresh, easy drinking and affordable white to have on hand. I think I have the perfect variety for...

Heading to Hoosegg

Heading to Hoosegg

Last month I had the pleasure of meeting renowned winemaker Philip Shaw when I travelled to Orange with my offsider Archie, for a few days.  Winemaker Philip Shaw: "We should be able to pursue quality for...

Heading to Hoosegg

Last month I had the pleasure of meeting renowned winemaker Philip Shaw when I travelled to Orange with my offsider Archie, for a few days.  Winemaker Philip Shaw: "We should be able to pursue quality for...

Hunter Sem's Cruel Summer

Hunter Sem's Cruel Summer

What’s the wine style you most associate with Australia? Is it Barossa shiraz, Coonawarra cabernet, Margaret or perhaps Clare Valley Riesling? My two picks would have to be the magnificent...

Hunter Sem's Cruel Summer

What’s the wine style you most associate with Australia? Is it Barossa shiraz, Coonawarra cabernet, Margaret or perhaps Clare Valley Riesling? My two picks would have to be the magnificent...