Learning about wine

Fortified wines were once some of the most sought-after wines. They were appreciated for their strength, resistance and sweetness. But since then, they’ve gone a bit out of fashion. But …

Merlot is often regarded as a bit of an underdog to Cabernet Sauvignon. It has gone through a bit of a smear campaign which has impacted its reputation. Largely this …

In Australia, we see a lot of Cabernet Sauvignon—but don’t often hear much about one of its parents: Cabernet Franc. Cabernet Sauvignon gets most of the attention, and it’s easy …

You may have heard of Sangiovese before, but what about Montepulciano? Well, if you haven’t, allow me to introduce you to yet another amazing Italian thing. Montepulciano is the 2nd …

Can a wine be herbaceous? It might sound like an odd thing to find in your glass, but “herbaceous” is a term you’ll often spot on tasting notes and wine …

Have you ever spotted the word Baumé on a wine label or heard it mentioned at a cellar door and wondered what it means? You’re not alone! While it might …

Mouthfeel in wine might sound like a strange term, but it’s one of the most important parts of the wine-tasting experience! If you’ve ever wondered why some wines feel silky …

You may have seen the term appellation, but what is a wine appellation? It certainly seems like a fancy wine term, and often fancy wine terms make wine seem super …

Lagrein is one of Italy’s more fruit-intense red varieties. It’s also made a home in Australia, but few plantings are in Italy  outside its home region of Alto Adige and …

What is a rich wine?  No, it doesn’t mean the wine is expensive (although it could be). Rich is more about what you find in your glass, as it’s a …