New vintage Pinot Noirs released from Castle Rock Estate
The annual Castle Rock Estate Pinot Noir release sees three interpretations of this regional hero offered by Castle Rock Estate. The 2024 vintage in Porongurup was one of the earliest the region …
Robert Stein Wines Enters New Era as Third Generation Takes the Helm
Jacob and Gina Stein officially take ownership of iconic Mudgee winery, continuing 49 years of family legacy. One of Australia’s most respected Riesling producers, Robert Stein Wines, has announced a major …
New Angullong ‘Crossing Reserve’ wines released
For over 20 years Angullong has championed both emerging varieties alongside more traditional wines. The latest release from this Orange Region winegrower comprises their 2022 Angullong ‘Crossing Reserve’ Harriet ($50) and 2023 Angullong …
First Ridge continues to lead Mudgee’s Italian wine evolution
Mudgee’s First Ridge Wines has unveiled two exciting new vintage wines: the 2024 First Ridge Pinot Grigio ($28) and the 2024 First Ridge ‘Alira’ Prosecco ($32). The 2024 vintage in Mudgee arrived earlier than …
Rieslings launched with new Winery Experiences
The new Castle Rock Estate Rieslings have been released to coincide with the launch of a range of new winery experiences at the Castle Rock Estate winery. The Porongurup estate …
Stockman’s Ridge add to the stable
With new livery, Stockman’s Ridge wines have added two new wines to its range. These comprise the 2022 Stockman’s Ridge ‘Signature Series’ Cabernet Franc ($45) and 2022 Stockman’s Ridge ‘Rider’ Cabernet Sauvignon ($30). The …
First Ridge following in the footsteps of Mudgee’s pioneer
Mudgee’s First Ridge Wines has released two new vintage wines from its Italian variety vineyard. These comprise the 2024 First Ridge Fiano ($30) and 2022 First Ridge Barbera ($45). First Ridge was established 26 …
Orange Wine Festival: Slow Wine Co. vs France Dinner
Orange’s Slow Wine Co will showcase it’s latest release wines, along with museum wines at its annual ‘Slow Wine Co. vs France’ dinner as part of the 2024 Orange Wine Festival. …
Jonty met Otto & Three Boys joins the Mayfield stable
Orange’s historic Mayfield Vineyard has released a new Cabernet Franc, the 2023 Mayfield ‘Jonty met Otto’, joining its stablemate, the 2023 Mayfield ‘Three Boys’ Cabernet Blend ($37). The region is developing a strong …
Mudgee excels at 2024 Sydney Royal Wine Show
Mudgee’s establishment winemakers Robert Stein Wines and Huntington Estate have forged a bright future for the region, being awarded four trophies at the 2024 Sydney Royal Wine Show. Building on a combined winemaking history …
Stockman’s Ridge take inspiration from Bordeaux
Orange’s Stockman’s Ridge Wines has release two new wines to its ‘Signature Range’. The new releases comprise the 2022 Stockman’s Ridge ‘Signature Range’ Right Bank and its sister wine, the …
Vintage Report: Porongurup, Great Southern, WA
The 2024 vintage was definitely one of the earliest vintages the region has experienced. “A wet June topped up our dams and meant we started the season in good shape. …
Vintage Report: Orange NSW
‘One to remember’, ‘world-class’ and ‘a classic vintage’. These are the winemakers’ reactions to the 2024 vintage in Orange. The region experienced a quintessential cool climate season, with winemakers and …
Small Acres Cyder named ‘Best in Show’
Small Acres Cyder has been awarded ‘Best in Show’ at the prestigious Japan Cider Cup 2024 with their 2021 Small Acres Pommeau Apple Mistelle. The Orange cider maker was one …
Mayfield Vineyard release new ‘Mrs Crawford’ Pinot Noir
Orange’s historic Mayfield Vineyard has released a new Pinot Noir in its Estate Range of wines. The 2023 Mayfield ‘Mrs Crawford’ Pinot Noir ($37) joins the 2023 Mayfield ‘Eighteen Fifteen’ …