If you’re on a quest to find the perfect wine but are unsure where to begin, check out these 18 different grape varieties, commonly referred to as international varieties. They include light sweet white wines like Moscato and Riesling to deep dark red wines like Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Once you’ve tried all 18, you’ll […]
In terms of quality and the sheer scale of production, Australia is an incredibly important wine-producing country. Australia has a reputation for being at the forefront of the new wine ‘revolution’, backed by a highly dedicated and professional industry, including research and development. Both globally and locally, the wine industry has benefited from the technological […]
Australians have developed a taste for top quality wines and Australia is fast becoming one of the worlds’ most prolific and highly awarded wine producing regions. Many renowned wine regions are culturing literally hundreds of grape varieties with many more being introduced each year. Learning a little about the types of white wine and the […]
Red wine has recently seen a noticeable upswing in popularity and Australian red winemakers are considered some of the world’s most distinguished. From Barossa Valley in South Australia to Margaret River in Western Australia, there are a good number of grape varieties and most are detailed in this definitive list. [vc_separator type=’normal’ position=’center’ color=’#666666′ thickness=’1′ […]
Before a wine cellar project is started, a number of factors will have to be taken into account, such as the purpose, location and size, type of display, storage capacity, design and budget. While some wine cellars are built strictly for storage, others are specifically built to entertain guests and will need to have space […]
When you are getting a wine cellar built from a builder, there are a number of practical considerations that have to be kept in view. It’s important that all these be taken into account while choosing the location, materials and in the actual designing of the work. If you are planning to get an active […]
Wine cellars are designed to create the perfect storing and aging environment for all your fine wines and favourite bottles. When you get professional wine cellar installers to handle the job, they provide you with advice and ideas about where the cellar should be located, what its size should be, etc. If you are a […]
When you think of alcohol in the Australian context, the first thing you probably think of is beer and of course – “hard-earned thirst” etc. But the fact is that our national drinking preferences are undergoing a change. Overall, Australians are drinking much less than they were even up until 10 years ago; but beer […]
Once you have ensured that your wine cellar installation is well-insulated and sealed with a suitable door, there are 3 main types of wine cellar climate control systems to choose from. Each one of it has its unique benefits. It’s important to understand the differences, fundamental nature and the benefits of all these systems. Take […]
When you open up a bottle of your favourite vintage, one of the highlights of the wine drinking tradition is to hear the discernible pop of the cork and you inhale the aromas of plums, grapes or violets that instantly invade the air; but wait, what’s that your nose detects – the rancid reek of […]