Tasted recently over dinner at Rubyo's in Newtown (Sydney), this vertical tasting reminded, quite simply, why this wine is considered to be one of Australia's best (and we didn't even …
Biodynamics. Like it, love it, despise it, laugh at it, whatever, it's a very hot topic amongst serious grape growers/producers. Biodynamics is increasingly viewed as the ultimate in 'green' farming, …
Andrew Jefford, beside having an excellent first name, is certainly one of the more contentious critics of Australian wine.He is known for his views on Australia's (perceived) lack of terroir …
Goldwater Sauvignon Blanc 2008 (Wairau Valley, Marlborough, NZ) Screwcap, $25, 13%Winery WebsiteYou could call Goldwater a pioneer of sorts, pioneering the way for many winemakers to add a Marlborough Sauvignon …
Monteith Doppelbock (Greymouth, NZ) For one of the bigger players in the Kiwi brewing industry, Monteiths make some particularly high quality drops. They are, to draw Australian comparisons, like the James …
