The wine producers of the Wairarapa have had a close relationship with Le Cordon Bleu for many years, and notable is their pairing up for…
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It is wonderful to see winemakers reach out to their consumer base personally to tell their message and the philosophies behind the wines they make….
With the growing use of the 100 point rating system for wines in wine judging competitions, critics ratings and published reviews, I have found it…
This annual event is one that is highly anticipated by wine and hospitality professionals throughout the country. Negociants N.Z., one of this country’s leading wine…
Since the beginning, wine drinkers have considered the influence of soil on the taste of wine. To this day, it remains a complex and indeed…
In July 2016, Richard Riddiford, the founding managing director of Palliser Estate passed away. Richard was a very strong-willed man who is best known for…
Following the announcement earlier this year of the withdrawal of the very long-standing Air New Zealand sponsorship from the Air New Zealand Wine Awards, many…
It’s always delightful to catch up with Claire Mulholland, general manager and winemaker at the high-flying Burn Cottage Vineyard in Central Otago. I’ve known her…
One of this country’s most important wine initiatives was launched this week: Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW). This brand has been introduced and trademark registered to…
For nine years running, leading Australian wine authority Andrew Caillard MW, based in Sydney has made his pick of the best dozen wines submitted by…
