From emerald Douro slopes to Mendoza’s sweeping plains—here are the world’s 50 best wineries, ranked by wine experts at Virgin Wines. Terraced vineyards climb Douro’s emerald slopes, century‑old Malbec vines sweep Mendoza’s plains, and horse‑drawn carriages roll through time‑worn estates. From neo‑Gothic chapels in Chile’s Maipo Valley to submerged cellars in Argentina, these wineries unite […]
The renowned Australian wine critic is set to sell the last 100 lots of his personal collection, located in the Yarra Valley’s Coldstream Hills, as he relocates to Sydney. James Halliday is set to auction off the last of his private wine collection as the renowned critic and author relocates to Sydney. It’s the second […]
Barbe Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin was widowed in the early 1800s, and in an unprecedented move, took control of the Clicquot Champagne house in Reims. ‘La Grande Dame’ built a champagne legacy that lives on at Clicquot, in bottles of bubbly, and as a female pioneer in history books. March is International Women’s History Month, a […]
Struggling to find the perfect wines to match with the seemingly never-ending feasts over the Christmas period? With a little help from an expert, we’ve picked out an intricate selection that will take your lunch to the next level and more importantly will help you push through a day of tedious conversation with that weird […]
When it comes to festive gifting, few things capture the spirit of celebration like a thoughtfully chosen drink. Whether you’re toasting with champagne, indulging in fine whisky, or gifting a standout wine, we’ve curated a small selection of our favourites that offers something for every palate and occasion. 2020 Nepenthe Pinnacle Grüner Veltliner Crafted in […]
South Australia’s top winemakers share what makes for a cellar-worthy wine – and their top cellaring picks for 2024. Michael Fragos, chief winemaker for South Australian vineyard, Chapel Hill, has been crowned McLaren Vale’s Bushing Monarch thrice – he produced the best wine in show in 1997, 1999 and 2010. He’s won a few more […]
From a floating villa to a full degustation menu, we’ve picked out some of our favourite experiences to help make your Valentine’s Day one to remember this year. Amélie at the Westpac OpenAir Cinema Sydney: $38 per person The OpenAir Cinema has become a firm staple in Sydney’s arts & culture calendar – with the […]
It’s almost that time of year again. Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so we’ve curated some of our favourite luxe gift options that are sure to help ignite the romance this February 14. Oakridge Ovata Chardonnay Pinot Noir NV: $29.99 From the Yarra Valley, this sparkling wine is the perfect combination of both […]
Holidays are right around the corner, and with it comes a raft of events. Whether for menu planning, gifting, or drinking yourself, finding the right bottle of booze can play an important part in bringing Christmas cheer to your silly season. Bird in Hand ‘Italian Series’ Nero d’Avola 2022: $40 This medium-bodied red is part […]
A fall in demand for French wines, a more competitive market and lingering pandemic problems have hit winemakers in the regions of Bordeaux and Languedoc so hard that the French government will soon pay them US$215 million (AUD$334m) to sell off their surplus—and has set aside other money to help grape-growers shrink their vineyards. Key […]