Humm is The Beard Chef of 2012
New York-based Swiss chef, Daniel Humm has been named Outstanding Chef at the 2012 Beard Awards held in New York earlier today.
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OIO rubber stamps 100% Central winery takeover by US owner
Gibbston Valley Winery in the Kawarau Valley of Central Otago is the oldest of Central’s modern winemaking operations, celebrating 25 years this vintage. It is now also 100% American owned following an approval by the Overseas Investment Office (OIO) last month.
Leading Kiwi Winery Reveals Packaging Refresh
Innovative New Zealand wine brand Dusky Sounds has today revealed a stylish packaging refresh, further enhancing its appeal to Kiwi wine drinkers. The Dusky Sounds range, which offers affordable and reliable wines made in a fresh, approachable style, is aimed at house pour listings in restaurants. With Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Merlot varietals [...]
Australian politicians ignore great vineyard site
It is arguably the most famous single vineyard site in Australia, yet South Australian politicians have excluded Hill of Grace from inclusion in newly defined wine protection zones that guard against industrial and suburban incursions into famous winegrowing areas such as the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale.
Church Road Winery launches new Church Road McDonald Series
Church Road Winery is celebrating the life and legacy of Tom McDonald, legendary winemaker, with the launch of the new premium Church Road McDonald Series available from early May. Tom McDonald (1907-1987) devoted his lifetime to producing outstanding New Zealand wines at the site of the current Church Road Winery in Hawke’s Bay. This dedication [...]
Waipara Hills pulls a hat trick at local wine awards
Local winery Waipara Hills has scored three major wins at one of Canterbury’s most prestigious wine competitions.
Make it up history for Central wine
Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, Central Otago winery Gibbston Valley is claiming to be the oldest commercial wine producer in the region.
Cabernet Merlot Franc a five star hit
Goldie Wines has received an excellent five star review for its latest release – the 2010 Goldie Cabernet Merlot Franc. Notable wine reviewer and blogger Raymond Chan reviewed a selection of the Goldie and Island range of wines available from the vineyard, giving particular praise to the 2010 Goldie Cabernet Merlot Franc calling it “elegantly [...]
Vintage 2012 kicks off for Brancott Estate
Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc predicted to have vibrant and racy flavours Flavour and colour characteristics are the expected winners for Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, as vintage 2012 is set to kick off for Brancott Estate wines. While the cool, wet conditions during flowering and fruitset will lead to a lighter vintage, these crops typically deliver more concentrated [...]
Embrace the Spirit of the Equinox with Waipara Hills Wine
Media release from Auckland PR company Impact PR: Celebrate the very best nature has to offer when the sun and earth align with the Waipara Hills Equinox range of specially crafted wines. Brimming with character the 2011 Waipara Hills Equinox Sauvignon Blanc offers class, intimacy and vibrancy, while still maintaining a fresh and crisp taste. [...]
New Zealand’s vintage 2012 is underway
The first grapes of the 2012 New Zealand grape harvest have been picked in northern regions amid high hopes for a vintage which has started later than recent years.
Christchurch winery sparkles with award for best wine tourism restaurant
Melton Estate, a boutique winery in West Melton Christchurch is toasting its success after being judged Best Wine Tourism Restaurant in Christchurch / South Island for the Great Wine Capitals of the World 2012 Wine Tourism Awards. The award recognized a strong focus by Melton Estate on wine hospitability. Owner Tracy Caunter comments "We've always [...]
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