Winegrowers survey quake damage
NZ Winegrowers have finally released an estimate of earthquake damage to Marlborough wineries.
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SIPNOT revisited
Stonier’s annual SIPNOT in Melbourne on November 14 departed from its usual format.
Bishop Jim White’s cellar
I was delighted when Bishop Jim White readily agreed to talk about his love of wine.
Finally! NZ government approves Geographic Indications
NZ parliament has finally passed the Geographic Indications.
Farmer falls foul of EU agreement
European Union agreement makes it illegal to promote wine for sale with reference to European styles.
Ashton Hills pinot perfection
I’ve just returned from a three-day trip to Adelaide Hills, which concluded with a visit to Ashton Hills.
Wine Professionals form a club
The New Zealand Sommeliers and Wine Professionals Association (NZSWP) was officially launched on March 7 this year.
How John Casella got his big break
It all started with a wrong number phone call, a call that he shouldn’t have even answered.
NZ’s rock star chardonnay winemaker
I joined the NZ Sommeliers and Wine Professionals for a regional tasting of 10 Villa Maria chardonnays.
Bel & Brio
This month, Guy Griffin checks out Bel and Brio, a triple-threat bar, restaurant and food emporium at Barangaroo.