Fourth generation Bruwer family winemaker Abrie Bruwer employs minimal intervention both in the vineyards and the cellars to ensure that the true expression of the Sauvignon Blanc grapes is allowed to show through in this Special Cuvée wine. Distinct minerally undertones are covered with layers of luscious passion fruit flavours, together with classic Sauvignon flavours [...]

Corralillo represents the name of the still-standing century-old wine cellar and winery in Rosario Valley where wine of the old Mission grape was once made. Rich and full-bodied, from 85% Merlot which gives the wine structure and warming spices, and 15% Malbec providing the delicious wild berry flavours and round tannins.
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Winemaker, Patricia Atkinson's, Clos d'Yvigne, is a small vineyard with a large reputation; situated on the beautiful ridge of hills that run along the left side of the Dordogne between Sainte Foy la Grande and Bergerac. From 100% Merlot, fresh raspberries, strawberries and cream attack the palate, complimented by a refreshing, crisp acidity. Beautiful colour, [...]

Produced by husband and wife team, Pedro Marchevsky and Susana Balbo, Argentina's most highly acclaimed female winemaker and the first Argentinean oenologist to be consulted by a European winery, this wine demonstrates the highest quality of Argentina's classic white grape variety, Torrontes. Viognier-like aromas of ripe, juicy peaches and blossom develop on the palate, which [...]

An unusual wine produced by master winemaker Serge Hochar. Concentrated and rich with plums, liquorice and spice. Musar is a fabulously different wine, very powerful but with plenty of finesse.
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Yering Station was Victoria's first vineyard, originally planted in 1838. With a Chardonnay of this class its no wonder that winemaker Tom Carson has gained such international acclaim for his wines. Crisp, apple and melon aromas on the nose with clean, fresh well-integrated oak. Drinking beautifully now until 2010.
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From the best selling author of 'The Ripening Sun', the winemaker Patricia Atkinson brings us this fabulous wine, bursting with citrus, grapefruit and melon fruits. The palate then follows to complex herbal flavours brushed with vanilla.
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Winemaker Xavier Roger used grapes from a number of vineyards in order to obtain a pure expression of this infamous variety. Buttery, full-flavoured, with hints of blossom on the nose, this wine offers excellent value for money.
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The producer of this wine 'Christophe Cordier' has an excellent reputation as a winemaker in the Macconnais. A medium bodied Bourgogne Blanc offering citrus and melon fruit flavours with an underlying mineral complexity creating a fresh and intense wine.
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 By Stefan Lagae
Some people are so serious about wine that the pleasure’s gone. Others say things about wine which aren’t true. Here are the basics on wine simply explained.
1. Making wine
The making of wine is not easy to explain. In France they say there are as many wines as vineyards.
Each winemaker gives his personal touch [...]

By Rob Hemphill
Most of us enjoy a glass of wine after a busy day at work, it’s a great way of winding down and relaxing. We are quite used to appreciating the quality of the wine, but what many of us often don’t realise is that there is so much that can go wrong throughout [...]

facilities. Additionally (weather permitting), the Winemaker’s Walk includes a stroll through the 84-acre vineyard where visitors gain further winemaking insight by learning about the different grape varieties and growing procedures at Castello di Borghese. As the vineyard awakens in early spring, guests will witness the careful pruning of vines that has taken place — an [...]