Wines

As discussed in the last blog post, the Hunter Valley Wine Show 2018 judging was in full swing a few days back! Finally, the judges have made their decisions public, revealing the names of this year’s various winners. To give...

A green skinned grape originating in the revered Bordeaux region of France, Sauvignon Blanc is one of the most loved white wine varieties in Australia. It got its name from the French words sauvage (meaning “wild”) and blanc (meaning “white”),...

Many of us think that selecting a Father’s Day gift is a daunting task. But trust us, it’s not! And, when it comes to Aussie people, there’s one gift that you can never go wrong with - it’s the wine!...

Home to some of the most-famous wine regions in the world, New Zealand has been showing its excellence in producing high-quality wines of international reputation. One such wine region blooming at its best in the bouquet of this island country...

New Zealand - what comes to your mind when you hear this country’s name? We’re sure nature's best sceneries and that lovely Sauvignon Blanc with grassy aromas must be rolling in your mind. No doubt, there’s nothing as blissful as...

Australian wine is famous for its elegance, vibrance, quality & consistency all over the world. With the demand for Aussie varietals and blends increasing overseas, it has become imperative for wineries and winemakers alike to balance their focus on local...

The most-awaited James Halliday wine awards for 2019 have finally been announced! Each year, renowned wine critic James Halliday and his skilled tasting panel sample thousands of wines from every nook and cranny of Australia, cherry picking the best of...

Our readers would know that here, on the Just Wines blog, we have been sharing with them some delightful cocktail recipes. These range from a warming Mulled Wine for comforting you on foggy winter evenings, to an intense Star Gazer...

Mourvèdre is a red wine grape variety popular in various parts of the world – albeit by distinct names such as Monastrell and Mataro. Although it has proven difficult to pinpoint where this variety originated, most wine historians believe that...