Learning about wine

Have you tried Nero d’Avola before? It might not be as famous as some of its other Italian counterparts like Sangiovese (Chianti) or Barbera. But this mighty Sicilian grape is …

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 …