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From Grape to the Bottle

By Matthew Gerard on Feb 15, 2021

It’s the process that provides us all with the joyous beverage that is wine, but how do our favourite drops come to be? The winemaking process has been around for thousands of years, evolving from a method r...

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Get Ahead Of The Curve With Our New Wine Fridge Design

By Matthew Gerard on Feb 08, 2021

Not all wine fridges are made equal. Some may offer us unbeatable storage for our wine collection but lapse when it comes to style and sophistication; others may be aesthetically pleasing but fail to match t...

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Let’s Bust These Common Wine Myths

By Matthew Gerard on Feb 02, 2021

While many of us think we know our wine, there are some quirky beliefs that we just can’t shake. From great wine having great ‘legs’ to preserving sparkling wine fizz with a metal spoon, let’s debunk these p...

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3 Wine Accessories You Actually Need

By Matthew Gerard on Jan 27, 2021

Decanters, aerators, stoppers, openers, glasses, racks, fridges, cellars…you name it, it’s probably a wine accessory. The market is awash with various different tools and gadgets that proclaim to boost our w...

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Why Are Some Wines More Expensive Than Others?

By Matthew Gerard on Jan 20, 2021

While scanning the shelves of your local bottle shop, you are no doubt thinking about grabbing a bottle of an old favourite wine, or perhaps sampling something new. As you stand there choosing between two bo...

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Let’s Get Serious About Rosé

By Matthew Gerard on Jan 15, 2021

If there is one thing wine buffs cannot agree on, it is rosé. Many a wine connoisseur has been reluctant to embrace this blush-hued blend, with many failing to see past rosé’s reputation as a wine for quaffi...

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Wine Lovers, It’s Time To Take Your Palate On a Trans-Tasman Trip.

By Matthew Gerard on Oct 30, 2020

New Zealand may be seen as our smaller sibling, but that does not mean that our friends across the ditch go unnoticed. In fact, our Kiwi counterparts are well-known for a number of things – think manuka hone...

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Are You The Renovator?

By Matthew Gerard on Oct 13, 2020

If there is one title you will happily claim with pride, it is that of the DIY guru. From home renovations to small restoration projects around the house, nothing is beyond your reach when it comes to DIY im...

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Vinturi: Decant With Innovation

By Matthew Gerard on Jul 26, 2020

Decanting wine is no new concept – in fact, the Romans first caught onto the art of decanting as they let their wine sit for hours to enhance aromas and banish harsh tannins. This centuries-old practice is s...

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Break Iso With a Trip to Our Top Wine Bar Picks

By Matthew Gerard on Jun 10, 2020

Restaurants, cafes and bars are throwing their doors back open after a difficult past few months of lockdown. While the COVID-19 crisis has dealt the hospitality sector a cruel blow, the easing of restrictio...

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Discover This New Wine Trend With a Difference

By Matthew Gerard on Jun 04, 2020

It’s no secret that some of us are paying more attention to our health and fitness than ever before. From clean eating to organic options, we are all look to swap out our favourite treats for a healthier alt...

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How Much Should You Really Spend on a Bottle of Wine?

By Matthew Gerard on May 25, 2020

It is the question on the minds of wine lovers and wannabe aficionados alike – just how much should you be spending on a bottle of wine to get the best value? We have all had our moments where we’ve poured ...

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