After mapping and separating the Alkina vineyard in Greenock into tiny patches known as polygons, based on varying geologies, the...

After mapping and separating the Alkina vineyard in Greenock into tiny patches known as polygons, based on varying geologies, the...

After mapping and separating the Alkina vineyard in Greenock into tiny patches known as polygons, based on varying geologies, the...

The Old Quarter refers to a section of the Alkina vineyard planted in the 1950s to the district’s classic varieties,...

Not surprisingly, the hero varieties out in this Greenock district vineyard are grenache, shiraz and Mataro, here in a 45:45:10...

Delving into the great tradition of field blends gives us an insight into the adventurous souls within the Alkina winemaking...

One hundred percent grenache from a small block section in Alkina’s Greenock district vineyard, NASAA certified organic and biodynamic, the...

Graciano traditionally plays second fiddle in Spanish Rioja adding fragrance, acid and spice to the rustic tempranillo and garnacha. This...

The cool and fertile hills of the King Valley have a long and proud winemaking history particularly with Italian and...

A wine with extraordinary pedigree including four (say it again – F.O.U.R.) Jimmy Watson Trophies during its nigh-on 50-year history....

I am old enough, just, to remember the fuss about the 1980 St George. Another Jimmy Watson winner, it was...

The urban myth (and remember that some urban myths just might have a basis of truth) about this wine was...

A Shiraz Cabernet blend, 73% Shiraz and 27% Cabernet, from the eponymous 24 hectare vineyard. This is deep purple with...

There’s nothing unusual about a sommelier turning their hand to winemaking. Rarely though is a first attempt as delightful as...

A variety most famously used for fortified wines in Portugal but which shows its versatility in this excellent joven style....

This can be a love or not so much variety. It all depends on the vintage and the approach. For...

The standard Chateau Les Maurins is the biggest selling Red Bordeaux in Australia thanks to its savoury French style and...

Pretty in pink! This wine is not only a pretty pink colour but is also filled with pretty fruits. There...

A decade ago verdelho was everywhere but slowly it fell out of fashion. Lucky there are still a few winemakers...

Looking for something new – then try out this Verdeca from Puglia in Southern Italy. It’s like pinot grigio with...

Premier Cru vineyards have been identified as some of the finest in Champagne which makes this wine one of the...

This wine is a huge crowd pleaser and is guaranteed to get any party started. It’s from the famous Valdobbiadene...

Most of the Gamay in France is planted in Beaujolais although there are also little pockets of this user-friendly red...

Fukuju was established in 1751 in the famous Nada sake region located around Kobe City, renowned for its mineral-rich water...