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Gone are the days of the classic top-loaded white fridge and energy-guzzling gas stove top – today, the home appliance is abuzz with innovative, chic designs that have the power to transform a room and creat...

Whether you are looking to toast a special occasion or build out the profile of your wine collection, there is always a case for splurging on a truly luxury bottle of wine.  Having a premium wine in your col...

At Grand Cru, we like to have our finger on the pulse when it comes to the latest and greatest in home décor trends.  That’s why we’ve added a new addition to our stable of wine storage solutions: enter our ...

Heat is often regarded as the greatest threat to the integrity and quality of your wine collection. While it is certainly true that great care must be taken to ensure your wine is protected and preserved whe...

Whether you are a red wine drinker or just a general wine lover, you no doubt have a soft spot for the medium bodied, ruby red wonder that is Merlot. Like you, the team at Grand Cru is a loyal fan of this po...

Every wine lover knows that the right gadget or accessory can make a profound difference to the taste and texture of your wine. While wine can be ready to drink as it is from the bottle, many wines can be im...

We don’t know who came up with the phrase ‘you never stop learning’, but we can agree that it’s relevant when it comes to wine. From alternative varietals and winemaking processes to regions and terroir, it ...

When it comes to South Australian red wines, many of us fail to look past the big, bold reds of the Barossa or McLaren Vale.   However, doing so is to ignore Coonawarra, a picturesque pocket nestled near th...

Heineken did it, but can the wine industry pull it off?  It turns out yes it can when it comes to non-alcoholic offerings. While wine lovers far and wide may be unsettled by the news of no alcohol in a bottl...

China’s sudden slapping of tariffs on Australian wine exports first hit the news in November 2020, causing widespread devastation across our viticulture industry. After over three months’ of trade restrictio...

Why do you love wine? Is it the juicy ripeness found in a good glass that has you hooked? Is it the socialising aspect that comes with it? Does the alcoholic component pique your love, or do you relish it fo...

There are few things better in life than spending a warm summer’s day in the rolling hills that surround your favourite winery among fine food, fine company and a glass of even finer wine in your hand. With ...