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The Original Basket Rangers – Basket Range Wines
Often referred to as the 'original basket rangers' (Basket Range in South Australia), Phillip Broderick and his wife Mary have been growing Bordeaux varietals since the 1980s. Their pioneering foray into the region led to its success and status in the world of wine. ...
Weingut Kracher – Discovering the Sweet Side of Wine
Kracher is renowned as the epitome of noble sweet wines, earning its reputation through generations of exceptional winemaking, and for revitalizing the Austrian wine industry.
Read on as we explore the story behind the label…
Pittnauer – Behind the Label
There is a simple and honest feeling in the wine and spirit of Gerhard Pittnauer which hails from his generosity and humility. Named Falstaff Vintner of the Year in 2014, Gerhard Pittnauer and his wife Brigitte produce honest wines of great character and quality.
Read on as we explore their story behind the label…
Claus Preisinger – Walking on the Wild Side
A surfer at heart, Claus Preisinger has been making wine on the north shore of Lake Neusiedl in the Burgenland town of Gols since 2002. His story started 20 years ago at the tender age of 20, with just a few tanks and barrels. Read on as we take a dive into his story…
The Charm of Grower Champagnes
When it comes to Champagne, most people think of the iconic Champagne houses that have dominated the market for centuries. However, there is a fascinating world of artisanal delight waiting to be explored: Grower Champagne. These hidden gems, crafted by individual...
Chateau Favray – Pouilly-Fumé’s Pride
It’s the 1980s. The Fumé grape, as it’s called locally, and known to the world as the Sauvignon Blanc, settles in and spreads out over the Saint Andelain hill overlooking the Nohain River as it flows towards the Loire. Thanks to Quentin David, the father, Pouilly treats itself and adds Château Favray – a new vineyard, and a new winemaker.
Monoculture vs Polyculture with Aleš Kristančič of Movia
It also turns out that winemakers are increasingly discovering that polyculture makes for better wines. One of the most prominent advocates for polyculture in European viticulture is Aleš Kristančič of Movia, one of the world’s most respected natural winemakers and one of the wine world’s most colourful and creative figures.
He’s been talking about the need to spread polyculture for a long time now.
Read on and find out more!
Mitchelton – One of Australia’s Oldest and Most Pronounced Wineries
One of the oldest wineries in Australia with a history spanning 180 years, Mitchelton wines has travelled a long distance with the baton of wine-making being passed on from one generation to another.
Anatolikos – The Revival of Great Greek Grapes
Anatolikos Vineyards, in the northernmost coastal vineyard of Greece, and the Nikolaidis brothers, in particular, are responsible for the revival of the great variety of the region, Mavroudi. With great devotion towards organic farming, they have consistently created...
Old Vines, Old Style and a Family Legacy – Ca’ Dei Zago
Christian (below) is often referred to as the face of the “new wave” of Prosecco di Valdobbiadene growers and producers. But his approach to viticulture and his winemaking style actually harkens back to a century ago, long before anyone could imagine that Prosecco would one day become a worldwide phenomenon and the best-selling sparkling wine in history.
La Del Terreno – The ‘Unrepeatable’ Wines of Julia Casado
Returning to her home region of Murcia, Julia Casado worked with a number of local wineries, including Casa Castillo. It was there that La del Terreno was born and, in 2015, Julia made her first vintage in their cellars. Read on…
Manos Negras – Real Winemakers Get Their Hands Dirty
Real winemakers get their hands dirty – hands black with wines. That is what Manos Negras (or translated to Black Hands) is all about, and that is how they make their handcrafted wines. Read on to find out more…