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Australia

Democratic Bubbly… The Wines of Tim Wildman, MW

Tim is the first to argue that natural wine is more ‘democratic’ than more conventional examples and for this comparative sense he means Champagne. Tim is one of the foremost experts on Australian wine and organizes the annual sommelier and retail pilgrimages to Oz on his James Busby Trips. A few years back Tim wanted […]

England

The NY Times profiles English Sparkling Wine…Highlighting Harrow & Hope

Eric Asimov is no stranger to discovery and certainly amongst the most respected voices in wine. He dug into the current happenings in English wine, not as a critic but more as a journalist. “The notion of English sparkling wine surprises many Americans, who still hold the notion of Britain as a culinary wasteland, with […]

Australia

Dave Geyer profiled by ‘Young Gun of Wine’

Dave was a 2018 finalist for ‘Young Gun of Wine’ and his recent work with Pete Schell of Spinifex is only a small part of his story. Dave comes from a long line of growers in the Barossa and his work at Lammershoek (alongside Jurgen Gouws of Intellego and Craig Hawkins of Testalonga) as well […]

Australia

Ten Questions with Drew Noon, MW

Drew Noon is one of a very small handful of Masters of Wine on the planet, least of all in Australia as there are only 24 on the island continent. He is one of the most thoughtful, caring and truly genuine people one will ever encounter and that soul is evidenced in his wines. Milton […]

Australia

“There’s a Difference Between Admirability and Drinkability” – Steve Pannell

Steve Pannell is regarded in the highest echelons of wine personalities in Australia and that fact has reverberated around the globe. Jancis Robinson sat down with Steve and went through his past, present and future. Read about what they had to say here.

Australia

The ‘New’ Wendouree: Koomilya

Dr. Jamie Goode dug deep into the roots of Koomilya and what makes Steve Pannell’s latest vision one of the most special projects in Australia. “I don’t like to hype wines, but this is one of the most exciting discoveries I’ve made in Australia. This is the McLaren Vale’s Wendouree, in terms of style, intention […]

Australia

Wine Australia Uncovers the Secrets of Elena Brooks

Elena Brooks of Dandelion Vineyards has consistently been rewarded by her peers and the media as one of the best winemakers in Australia, but she and the brand continue to fly under the radar as a ‘hot’ producer in Australia. Wine Australia digs in a bit to what makes Elena and her wines so special. […]

Australia

Top Syrahs Under £15 from The Drinks Business Features Sister’s Run

The Drinks Business is one of the UK’s leading industry publications concerning all things beverage. Recently they highlighted seven wines that stood out in a very competitive price point (£15/$20). Wines from throughout the world were represented but one wine came out on top… Sister’s Run ‘Epiphany Run’ Shiraz. Read more about it here.

Australia

Wine Press

Lisa Perrotti-Brown, MW Dives into the World of Sami-Odi

Lisa Perrotti-Brown is the editor of the most important global wine publication, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate. This was Lisa’s first visit with Fraser and needless to say was blown away by what she found. They discuss Adrian Hoffman’s amazing vineyard, Fraser’s work converting it to biodynamics, what makes the wines special and a little background […]