Apricot and wine may not be the first pairing that comes to your mind! When we think of wine and food pairings, our thoughts may wander down the line of steak and Cabernet Sauvignon, lobster and Chardonnay or dark chocolate and Shiraz. However, the humble yet tart apricot can provide...
Buying a wine fridge is a relatively large investment, and you need to get it right the first time. A small amount of time spent doing your homework first will be well rewarded. To assist selecting the wine fridge that best suits your needs, consider the following 4 key factors:...
Ditch the rosé and opt for a glass of chilled vin rouge instead this summer. By the end of last summer, many of us were suffering from rosé fatigue and couldn’t stand another glass, whether it was flat, sparkling, or frosé. That doesn't mean however that this summer your only option...
You just got a promotion, your best friend just got engaged, or your significant other came home with a beautiful steak begging to be paired with a luxurious red wine and you reach for that 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon you've been tenderly caring for in your Grand Cru wine fridge for...
Winter has certainly arrived on Australia’s doorstep, and Mother Nature is swiftly turning up the chill factor. Rather than moping about waiting for that lusted summer sun to reappear, why not celebrate the cooler days with a delicious glass (or two) of wine? Here are our top winter-warming picks to...
Feel like getting a bit creative with your wine collection? Check out these fab wine-based cocktail recipes and impress your guests the next time you throw a dinner party. The Stargazer: A soft and sweet summery drink 4 tbsp chardonnay 2 tbsp dark rum 1 tbsp vanilla syrup 1 tbsp...
Have you bought some nice wine that you are planning keep for a special occasion or maybe you wish to start your own wine collection. What are the best tips for successfully storing your wine? Firstly, it’s useful to remember that only a small percentage of fine wines on the...
It's a hot summer night and you're out on the back verandah. You have some prawns and a whole snapper sizzling away on the barbie, and a freshly chopped salad just waiting to be tossed. The only thing you need is a fine glass of honeyed, toasty chardonnay with a...
