Smith & Hooper can be viewed as simply one of many brands within the Hill-Smith family financial/corporate structures. However, it is estate-based, with cabernet sauvignon and merlot planted on the ...

“While the points are tightly bunched, quality sauvignon blanc can flourish in a wide range of climates if the winemaker enjoys the task that confronts him/her.” Receive the latest tasting notes and ...

The ultimate guide to virtually sort your wine collection. Start adding to your virtual cellar now. The Halliday Virtual Cellar is a cellar management tool, exclusive to members, for keeping track of ...

The diverse Limestone Coast in South Australia comprises a number of stellar wine regions, with Coonawarra the jewel in the crown. The area also encompasses Padthaway, Mount Benson, Robe and Mount ...

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Central Victoria’s Nagambie Lakes is a less trodden wine region, and that’s part of what makes it a beauty of a place. With the glistening reservoir of its namesake and the Goulburn River running ...

James Halliday's Top Cellaring Selections mini-guide for 2017 features 60 diverse wines from around the country that you can be sure will go the distance. Below is a snapshot of Australian winemakers' ...

The vineyard was planted in 1990, and for a number of years (and owners) the property was called The Pines, hence the stylised pine cone on the label. The grapes were sold for many years, and at ...

A winery that has long been one of the stalwarts of the Pyrenees region, owned by 3rd-generation Matthew Barry. The estate vineyards (shiraz, sauvignon blanc, cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, merlot, ...

Alex Sherrah’s career started with a bachelor of science in organic chemistry and pharmacology, leading him to travel the world, to return home broke and in need of a job. Time spent as a cellar rat ...

The Hunter Valley is in hot demand. Follow the itinerary ahead for a top taste of the region, including a handy map to help you on your way. To explore the Hunter’s 150-odd wineries, base yourself in ...

The business that was established in 1998 by a small syndicate of investors headed by Peter Woods was acquired by Palinda Wines in late 2012; at the same time Palinda acquired Western Range Wines.