As we enter the festive season, it’s time to delve into the light, refreshing wines of summer. This is a great excuse to take a well-deserved break with a glass of wine in hand. Summer is the time for picnics and beach days, and there’s nothing like a
Delving into the remarkable world of zero alcohol wines. First there were lower alcohol wines. Now zero alcohol wines have hit the scene. Who is drinking these beverages and do they redefine what “wine” actually is? New alcohol-free bars are opening up in a world where much
Good answers the question, “Is sugar routinely added to wine in New Zealand?” Party chat can often throw up statements that we don’t stop to question. One we came across recently was that sugar is added to wine routinely in New Zealand. In short, that’s wrong –
Spring is slowly sauntering into sight so it’s time to sip back, relax and savour the season alongside its soulmate - the ravishing rosé. Nothing screams springtime like this variety of vino and Leftfield’s take strikes a seamless balance between bright, fresh flavours and a serious
Now in its fourth year, Organic Wine Week is seven days dedicated to celebrating New Zealand organic wine, its positive impact on ecosystems, and its importance to the New Zealand wine story. It’s an opportunity for people from all over the globe to come together to share, learn and sample New Zealand organic wine. Never
PRODUCED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GOOD AND VILLA MARIA. Banana bread and sourdough are so Lockdown 2020. Villa Maria has you covered with some of the best trends of Lockdown 5.0. Our kitchens have been getting its fair share of use lately, as many of us have been spending
Chef Al Brown has just launched his first wine range, Tipping Point, which is supporting six organisations that are working hard to make a difference. That’s another great excuse to drink wine we say! It's a particularly good opportunity during lockdown to do good at happy hour
Does cryptic wine speak have you heading for the hills instead of boldly ordering a bottle for the table? It’s time to raise a glass to not giving a damn by debunking many of the myths that make drinking the drop an unnecessary minefield. Reds taste best
Taste the unique vineyards of Hawkes Bay with the launch of Esk Valley’s new Great Dirt wine range. Each wine tells a unique story of its soil and history, reflecting the intimate relationship with the Hawkes Bay landscape after many decades of winemaking. Every flavour is made
PRODUCED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GOOD AND VILLA MARIA. Premium wine tasting and dreamy vineyard vistas beckon at Villa Maria Estate’s Tasting Room in Mangere, Auckland. Situated in a volcanic crater, guests can enjoy a bespoke tasting hosted by the Villa Maria wine experts who will introduce
