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Wine Talk
Read moreThe Australian wine vintage 2025 is set to be an unforgettable year for wine enthusiasts and curious sippers alike.
Read moreEaster 2025 is just around the corner (April 20, mark your calendars!) and we’ve got the perfect lineup of wines to make your long weekend a ripper.
Read moreDiscover the best new European wines from France, Spain, and Italy. From French GSM blends to Italian Amarone and Spanish Rioja, find your new favorite bottle today.
Read moreTo help you navigate the extensive choices available to you, we’re sharing our favourite Australian white wines to buy right now, and if you’re looking for more information on Aussie white wine varietals and regions (so you can impress everyone at your next dinner party), we’re breaking that down, too.
Read moreWine and cheese are one of the ultimate duos! They just vibe really well together. It’s all about that perfect pairing that just hits the spot! Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a quiet evening at home, these combinations are sure to impress.
Read moreThese hidden gems offer a wonderful way to expand your wine horizons. With unique blends and exceptional craftsmanship, each bottle tells a story worth discovering. Whether you’re an experienced connoisseur or a casual sipper, these wines are sure to add a touch of excitement to your collection.
Read moreBarbecues, Christmas dinners, summer celebrations, New Year’s Eve, and the all-important ‘just because’ – it doesn’t matter what the occasion is, we have a great bottle of wine for it! We’ve got you covered with four reds, four whites and four sparkling wines to bring to any December occasion.
Read moreFrom my first gig as a glassy at the legendary Crown and Anchor here in Adelaide to my current wine-obsessed life at winedirect.com.au, I’ve always been hooked on the hospo world. Long gone are the days of inhaling lunch on a milk crate next to the bins mid 14 hour shift (glamorous, right?). Now, I’m living the dream—talking about wine all day and enjoy the glorious Monday-to-Friday life—a true "holy grail" for ex-hospo heads like me.
My journey into wine wasn’t so much a leap as a tipsy stumble. I’ve been fascinated by the magic of wine since day one—how it can bring people together and make everything just a bit more fun (or dramatic, depending on the glass count). These days, I’m all about helping others find their perfect bottle and nerding out on the endless wonders of the wine world.
When I’m not spreading wine joy at work, I’m usually stirring up trouble with wild wine pairings. My current favourite? A bold, textural orange wine with steak (yep, I said it—thems are fighting words).
Read moreIt happens on August 1 every year, but what is Old Vine Day, and why is it important to celebrate it?
Read moreTo help you navigate the extensive choices available to you, we’re sharing our favourite Australian red wines to buy right now.
Read moreSee how the ultra-premium Penfolds Grange stacked up against other exceptional South Aussie wines in this blind tasting run by Phil