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Yarra Valley wine region guide
The Yarra Valley wine region is on Melbourne’s doorstep, offering country charm just outside the city. In less than an hour you can be among gorgeous green farmland with some of Victoria’s best wineries in reach. For a day trip or a wine weekend, the Yarra Valley is an obvious choice for those interested in cool-climate Victorian vino.
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The best Australian wine blogs in 2025
Do you want to learn more about wine - like what all the words that experts use actually mean, how to choose a good bottle, or what foods to pair it with? Or are you always looking for recommendations of decent drops that can be found on the shelves of Aussie bottle shops? Start by browsing these awesome Australian wine blogs!
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Five of the best wine bars in Perth
Perth’s small bar boom has brought a bevy of stylish wine bars to the city and suburbs. So where can you go to find a delicious drop and moreish morsels for date night, a catch-up with your bestie or after-work drinks? These are my picks for the best wine bars in Perth - places I’d go back to over and over.
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How to get to the Yarra Valley (and how to get around once you’re there)
The Yarra Valley wine region is conveniently located just outside Melbourne, making it a perfect destination for a day trip or short getaway. So what are your options to get there? Good news: there are several possibilities, depending on your timeframe - and you won’t necessarily need someone to forgo the fun as your designated driver. Here’s a complete guide on how to get to the Yarra Valley (and how to get around to wineries and other sights once you’re there).
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Sustainable wine stores in Melbourne where you can refill your bottles
What’s the most environmentally friendly wine packaging? The answer may surprise you! Turns out recycling isn't the final word in sustainability. Reusing is the way to go... and that's why I love these sustainable wine stores in Melbourne where you can refill bottles.
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Yarra Valley wineries (no car required): A guide to Healesville cellar doors
Want to go wine tasting in the Yarra Valley, but don’t have access to a car or driver? The delightful town of Healesville is the perfect place to visit, with several cellar doors walking distance from each other. Discover how to visit Yarra Valley wineries without a car or an organised tour in this guide to Healesville cellar doors accessible on foot.
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Doing the WSET Level 1 Award in Wine in Melbourne
So you love wine, or perhaps are starting out with work in the field, and want to develop your knowledge. Great news: with a short course and a quick exam, you can get certified as an official wine nerd! (Disclaimer: the word nerd will not in fact be on your certificate.) The WSET Wine Awards are a series of globally-recognised qualifications catering for everyone from amateurs to experts. Both Level 1 and Level 2 are open to beginners - which leads to the question of where you should start. In this post, you’ll find out the differences between WSET Level 1 and 2 and what you should consider when choosing…
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Alpine Valleys wine region guide
Visit Victoria’s Alpine Valleys wine region for cool-climate wines with Italian influence. You’ll also find stunning scenery in any season, and a fantastic food scene.
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20+ fantastic wine festivals in Melbourne and around Victoria in 2025
Fill your diary with these wonderful wine festivals in Melbourne and Victoria in 2025! While we love a chilled day of cellar door hopping, wine festivals are a great way to try more wines in less time. Typically featuring dozens of producers and potentially hundreds of wines, often with a regional or varietal focus, all in one location, it’s a recipe for a great day out.
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Wine tasting on Phillip Island
Phillip Island is best known for its penguin parade and Grand Prix racing circuit… but did you know this beachy getaway also has wineries? That’s right - there are two wineries on Phillip Island. Plus, there's a third one you could visit while you’re there if you’re really dedicated…
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