As well as fine wine, great food and stunning scenery, there’s something else that connects Australia and New Zealand: the cold Southern Ocean, also known as the Antarctic Ocean. Explore the cooling influence of the ocean and learn more about fresh, elegant cool climate Chardonnays from Australia’s Mornington Peninsula, Geelong and Tasmania and New Zealand’s …
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Ex-Pat New Yorker Dan Belmont, owner of Good Wine x Good People in London, will host this lively session about the food-friendly nature of the wines from New York state. Dan will lead the discussion alongside winery representatives from across the state, all producing cool-climate, high acid, foodie wines. Dan will talk to: Mario …
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This webinar is a collaboration with the Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI), an academic and research associate of the the Institute of Masters of Wine. Our expert panellists will tackle how climate change affects the wine trade, from the impact on grape varieties to consumer behaviour. Each speaker will provide their insight and strategy for these …
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With dramatic coastline, signature clones and ambitious, premium-focused producers, Western Australia has a reputation for beautifully balanced wines with intense fruit and elegant acidity. Although the first modern vineyards only took root in the 1960s, the Margaret River region is something of a prodigy, achieving early success, prestige and international acclaim for its Cabernet Sauvignon …
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Wine Australia and New Zealand Winegrowers are delighted to be teaming up once again in an exclusive virtual collaboration showcasing the unique qualities of our Pinot Noir. Join Masters of Wine Anne Krebiehl and Peter McCombie for a fascinating discussion of eight regional styles from across our respective countries. Known as the heartbreak grape due …
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Welcome to New Zealand Wine Week 2023! Join us throughout the week each day at 4pm GMT, for bitesize (approximately 30 minutes) “wine adjacent” webinars covering research at the forefront of New Zealand wine, our wine regions, and our country’s commitment to climate change.
Adelaide Hills has shot to stardom as a premium wine region at the forefront of Australian wine. It’s the coolest and most elevated wine region in South Australia, and is renowned for cool climate ‘new wave’ Chardonnay. These bright and stylish white wines challenge old school assumptions about Chardonnay and rival the very best in …
Famous for its vivid red soil and age-worthy red wines, Coonawarra makes some of the world’s purest Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s a small region, but with a big reputation. This year, a wine from Coonawarra was crowned the world’s best Cabernet Sauvignon. Located halfway between Adelaide and Melbourne on South Australia’s Limestone Coast, Coonawarra has 5,600 …
Fine wine has always relied on rarity and scarcity to establish its appeal. Fine wine thrives on the idea (real or perceived) of small scale, artisanal, never-changing production. But are these models still viable in today’s economy? If scaling-up increases the survival rate of businesses, shouldn’t all fine wine businesses be looking at growth? In …
Are you an indie retailer facing the challenges of duty rises and red tape? This event is your opportunity to connect with fellow indie retailers, share experiences, and find solutions. Don't miss out on this chance to make your voice heard and make a difference. Together, we can tackle these issues head-on and thrive in …
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