Australian wine holidays
In Australia, terrific restaurants, cafes and bars happily co-exist with quality breweries, distilleries, leading wine labels and outside-the-box cellar doors. How blessed are we?
Australia’s wine regions now offer much more
Wine regions across the country are booming and now offer a wealth of other attractions other than wine, including great food.
- by Ben Groundwater
The wineries popping up inside Tasmania’s capital
Known for its fresh produce and its gourmet, farm-to-table eating, this surprising from-the-source wine experience is also available in the middle of Hobart.
- by Ben Groundwater
Underrated wine region is like a little piece of Europe
Strung together by half a dozen small towns, Clare Valley’s little piece of Italy was named after the seven hills of Rome - though it even has a Paris end.
- by Kylie McLaughlin
Six of Australia’s under-the-radar wine regions
Did you know there are good wineries in Queensland? Beyond the famous regions, there are plenty of other great places to taste wine.
- by Brian Johnston
Eight things to know before you visit a winery
Don’t know the first thing about wine? You’re not alone, and this can be an intimidating world. Here are eight tips to boost your knowledge.
- by Ben Groundwater
Visiting one of Victoria’s oldest wineries is a must
The heritage-listed property has turrets, a watchtower and a 'moat' - basically, it's the closest thing you'll get to a French chateau.
- by Kylie McLaughlin
Unsung wine region closer to the city than Yarra Valley
Have you heard of Moorabool Valley? No? Well, that’s why I am going to tell you that it’s the most unsung wine region in Victoria.
- by Kylie McLaughlin
Tiny town hides a very precious commodity
This Victorian town makes me pause; I hear corks popping, champagne pouring. Celebration is near, and I feel the sudden need for a pit stop.
- by Kylie McLaughlin
Our oldest wine region is on Sydney’s doorstep
It’s easy to overlook the Hunter’s impressive credentials - not only is it Australia’s oldest wine region, it also has the most cellar doors.
- by Rob McFarland