Wine Communicators of Australia (WCA) announces the finalists of the 2025 Wine Communicator Awards across the thirteen individual categories WCA’s Executive Officer, Ruth Harris commented, “Following intense scrutiny and discussion by the various judging panels, we have selected the finalists in the 2025 Wine Communicator Awards. This year, entries were up by 46%, meaning theContinue reading “2025 Wine Communicator Awards Finalists Announced”
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22 years strong: Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow sails into record-breaking success
Coonawarra’s much-loved Wine Tasting Roadshow has wrapped up its 22nd year in spectacular fashion, with the final showcase held on Sydney Harbour delivering the most memorable event yet. On Sunday 31 August, more than 350 guests boarded the Starship Sydney Harbour Cruise to sample wines from 20 Coonawarra producers, enjoying over 150 wines against theContinue reading “22 years strong: Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow sails into record-breaking success”
Bourgogne is Back: Australia, it’s time to Take a Closer Look
The Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) is delighted to announce its return to the Australian market, introducing the concept of “Take A Closer Look”: inviting Australians to take a fresh look at the region’s iconic wines. Through a three-year communications campaign featuring a series of engaging initiatives, trade professionals, media, and consumers will have the opportunityContinue reading “Bourgogne is Back: Australia, it’s time to Take a Closer Look”
Shirley Fraser joins Wine Communicators of Australia Board of Directors
Wine Communicators of Australia (WCA), the pre-eminent national organisation for professionals working in wine and those people who like to drink and talk about it, is delighted to announce the appointment of Shirley Fraser to its Board of Directors. Shirley is a wine strategy professional based in South Australia and currently holding the role of GM CustomerContinue reading “Shirley Fraser joins Wine Communicators of Australia Board of Directors”
PINOT NOIR SPECIALISTS TAMAR RIDGE UNVEIL EXQUISITE NEW ‘GRAND ASSEMBLAGE’ PINOT NOIR
Just in time for the festive season, renowned Tasmanian winery Tamar Ridge has released its most exceptional Pinot Noir to date: 2022 Grand Assemblage. This luxurious wine is a testament to Tamar Ridge’s expertise in crafting elegant and expressive cool-climate Pinot Noirs. The 2022 Grand Assemblage is a true labour of love. Seven of theContinue reading “PINOT NOIR SPECIALISTS TAMAR RIDGE UNVEIL EXQUISITE NEW ‘GRAND ASSEMBLAGE’ PINOT NOIR”
SPARKLE WITH AUSSIE PRIDE THIS FESTIVE SEASON: PIRIE SPARKLING WINS BIG AT MELBOURNE ROYAL WINE AWARDS
This festive season, raise a glass to Australian ingenuity with Pirie Sparkling, a Tasmanian gem that last week triumphed at the 2024 Melbourne Royal Wine Awards. Pirie NV was awarded a Gold Medal while Pirie Vintage 2020 shone brightly, receiving both a Gold Medal and a prestigious Trophy. This Christmas, make it a truly AustralianContinue reading “SPARKLE WITH AUSSIE PRIDE THIS FESTIVE SEASON: PIRIE SPARKLING WINS BIG AT MELBOURNE ROYAL WINE AWARDS”
International Chef Spotlight: Daniele Sera & Tosca Restaurant at Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany
Italian-born and raised, Chef Daniele Sera spent his childhood years between Liguria and Tuscany, greatly influenced by the abundant produce of the diverse landscape and by his mother who passed her passion for cooking to him. His culinary ethos expresses his deep connection with his Tuscan-Ligurian roots, a passion for the finest seasonal ingredients, andContinue reading “International Chef Spotlight: Daniele Sera & Tosca Restaurant at Castello di Casole, A Belmond Hotel, Tuscany”
MILTON WINE BAR CELEBRATES 10 YEARS WITH STUNNING NEW LOOK AND NEW WOOD-FIRED MENU
One of Melbourne’s premier wine bars, Milton has unveiled a striking new look and kitchen offering. In celebration of its 10th anniversary, Milton now offers an expanded, elevated courtyard dining experience with a new open kitchen and a wood-fired oven a focus of the updated space. Located in the heart of Malvern, the European-leaning wineContinue reading “MILTON WINE BAR CELEBRATES 10 YEARS WITH STUNNING NEW LOOK AND NEW WOOD-FIRED MENU”
Now Open: Orlo
A Mediterranean-Inspired Restaurant and Bar Opens In Collingwood In A Former 19th Century Cordial Factory rlo, Collingwood’s new Mediterranean-inspired restaurant and bar has opened its doors at 44 Oxford Street. Housed in the historic Dyason Cordial Factory and set across three levels, the new arrival welcomes a ground-floor dining room, an enclosed courtyard with oliveContinue reading “Now Open: Orlo”
2024 NSW SOMMELIER’S WINE LIST AWARDSSEARCHING FOR THE NEXT #NSWWINESTARS
Entries OPEN for the 2024 NSW Sommelier’s Wine List Awards The NSW Sommelier’s Wine List Awards is now accepting entries and searching for sommeliers and hospitality managers from Sydney and regional NSW who have a talent for creating interesting, diverse, and thoughtful wine lists with a focus on local NSW producers. Wine lists from restaurants,Continue reading “2024 NSW SOMMELIER’S WINE LIST AWARDSSEARCHING FOR THE NEXT #NSWWINESTARS”
Fine Casual Dining Review: de Vine Food and Wine | 14.5/15
de Vine Food and Wine recently celebrated its 21st year, and during that period a multitude of food trends have come and gone. Somewhere along the way, the industry in chasing those foams, molecular and deconstruction pursuits, forgot one of the most important functions of a Restaurant is to feed people well. de Vine overContinue reading “Fine Casual Dining Review: de Vine Food and Wine | 14.5/15”
DE VINE FOOD & WINE CELEBRATES 21 YEARS WITH A MILLION-DOLLAR RENOVATION
A NEW CHAPTER IN SYDNEY’S PREMIER WINE BAR AND RESTAURANT Situated in Sydney’s buzzing CBD, de Vine Food & Wine has earned acclaim as one of the city’s premier wine bars and restaurants. Since first opening its doors in 2003, the establishment, now under the management of restaurateur brothers Anthony and Julian Izzillo (formerly ofContinue reading “DE VINE FOOD & WINE CELEBRATES 21 YEARS WITH A MILLION-DOLLAR RENOVATION”
