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Take A Walk On The Wild Side
Take A Walk On The Wild Side You may know that yeast is important in winemaking, it’s what causes fermentation and also the bubbles in most sparkling wines. Where does it come from? Yeast is naturally occurring on grape skins, and in the winery environment. Grapes...
Create Your Own Wine Taste Talk Online Group
Hello Fellow Wine Lovers There is not one industry, organisation or person that has not been affected by Covid-19. One positive outcome is how so many people have come together to create a sense of community, to entertain and to support. The wine industry is not...
Wine Notes From P&O Cruise – Champagne Terminology
I have just returned from a fabulous 3 day Food & Wine Cruise on board the P&O's Pacific Jewel where I shared wine and knowledge with guests. its a tough gig but someone has to do it. There were some points from my Champagne v's Sparkling Talk that I said I...
Wine Notes From P&O Cruise – Wines For Christmas & Service Temperatures
I have just returned from a fabulous 3 day Food & Wine Cruise on board the P&O's Pacific Jewel where I shared wine and knowledge with guests. its a tough gig but someone has to do it. There were some points from my talks that I said I would share, so here they...
Wine List Fear – How a Wine Class Can Help!
Wine education is useful in your business and social life. Do you shudder at the thought of being asked to choose a wine in a restaurant with clients colleagues or friends? Does purchasing wine as a gift have you breaking out in a cold sweat. A good introductory wine...
A Beginners Guide To Wine
Here is a blog that I was quoted in for those at the beginning of their love affair with wine. I hope you enjoy reading it. https://www.mydeal.com.au/blog/post/beginners-guide-to-wine
Red Wine For Summer
Here is a link to an article that I am was interviewed for. The discussion was around what wines to serve in Summer and what temperature to serve them at. I hope you enjoy some good red wine this long weekend. http://bit.ly/2n1In4e
More Assyrtiko Love
Following on from my last post I saw this review of the Jim Barry Assyrtiko and 2 other emerging varieties in Australia a Fiano and a Tempranillo Touriga. The review is by David Williams and appeared in the Guardian on Sunday 22nd of October 2017. It is good to see...
Jim Barry Assyrtiko
This grape is a native of Greece and it was first planted in Australia by Peter Barry of Jim Barry wines in the Clare Valley South Australia in 2012. Peter had tried the wine in its native Santorini Greece whilst on holiday and noted its similarities to Riesling that...
Hot Days Cool Wine
Wine Taste Talk is again running a Pre-Christmas wine class in Yarraville on Tuesday 5th of December. The 3 hour class will look at wines to drink this Christmas as well as whats on trend to drink this summer. New styles of crisp white Rose and reds to be enjoyed on a...
Australian Women In Wine Awards
Last moth these awards were held in London, with many winners and finalists being honoured for their contribution to the Australian Wine Industry. Follow the link to the video to learn a little more. http://bit.ly/2g9jBNg
Hot Days Cool Wine
Wine Taste Talk is running a Pre-Christmas wine class in Yarraville on Thursday 15th of December. The 3 hour class will look at wines to drink this Christmas as well as whats on trend to drink this summer. New styles of crisp white and reds to be enjoyed on a warm...
A Week With Wine Is Always A Good Week
One of the advantages of moving to the big smoke of Melbourne is the ability to taste lots of different wines and meet interesting people at wine events. This week has been a winner on both scores. Tuesday was the Australian Women in Wine Awards, a fantastic...
Tyson Stelzer’s Australian Sparkling Wine Report 2016
For those of us that love our Australian Sparkling wine, here is an in depth look by Tyson Stelzer free for you to download. It takes a comprehensive look at what is available with lots of good information about different styles and methods of production. Well worth a...
Some Days Are Diamonds.
Yesterday, not only did I go to the Port Adelaide-Collingwood game to see The Power win convincingly, then win a signed football at the after game function. I came home to Duck Agnolotti paired with a delicious 2013 Spring Vale Pinot Noir. I had been saving this one...
2010 Bird in Hand Two in the Bush Merlot Cabernet
January 2nd 2016 The second day of the year, where did that go? Today’s offering is a 2010 Bird in Hand Merlot Cabernet that spent a few years in the cellar. This Adelaide Hills producer has won many awards in the past and had a particularly successful year last year....
2016 Welcome to a Year of Interesting Wine
I enjoyed many great wines last year that you might like, I thought this year I would share them with you. I may share the people, places and foods that accompanied the wine as good wine should always be shared, or it may be a straight tasting with some information...
Champagne & Sparkling Wine Class
Champagne & Sparkling Wine Class If you enjoy Champagne and Sparkling Wine and would like to learn more, or are you new to the joys of bubbles, this is the class for you. Be prepared for the entertaining and gift giving of the festive season and get the most out...
Three Wine Classes for Spring
Wine Taste Talk is offering three classes this Spring. All very different topics and interests, something for everyone. Explore and Discover Wine- A class for those that have an interest in wine and would like to learn more. Saturday 17th of October 9.30 am to...
A Wine Taste Talk Gift Voucher for Father’s Day
Do you have a Dad or Father figure in your life that loves wine and would like to know more about it. Then here is the perfect gift for Father’s Day, a voucher for a Wine Taste Talk class. Whether your Dad only knows a little about wine, has his own cellar or is...
Red Wine Uncorked – They Want More
Thank you to all the participants in the Red Wine Uncorked Class on Friday 26th at the Aussie Hotel Shepparton. It was a sell-out event, with a great group of red wine appreciators. Thank you also to Chris and the team at the Aussie Hotel for their support and great...
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