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Victoria, Yarra Valley

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…

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May 12, 2025
Perth Hills, Western Australia

Perth Hills wine region guide

With boutique wineries and beautiful scenery, the Perth Hills wine region may be home to some of Perth’s best-kept secrets. Artisan produce and award-winning wines come together to tantalise your…

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September 23, 2024
Melbourne

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…

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March 17, 2025
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    Southern Forests,  Western Australia

    Southern Forests wine region guide

    August 12, 2024 /

    Towering trees, fresh produce, small towns and top-quality wines: welcome to the Southern Forests, about four hours from Perth in Western Australia’s South West.

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    Macedon Ranges wine region guide

    November 4, 2024
    Overhead view of a vineyard in the Swan Valley wine region at sunset

    Swan Valley wine region guide

    December 16, 2024
    A red driveway leading past citrus trees towards a small rammed earth building

    Vineyard vs winery vs cellar door: What’s the difference?

    October 7, 2024
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    Variety vs varietal: What’s the difference?

    July 29, 2024 /

    In a world of wine jargon, the word ‘variety’ seems pretty straightforward - until you realise there’s also the word varietal. Sounds like the same thing, right? Actually, though these terms are often mixed up, there’s a clear distinction. Read on to learn the difference between variety and varietal so you don’t make a mistake in your next conversation with a wine lover!

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    How to get to Perth’s Swan Valley (and how to get around once you’re there)

    December 30, 2024
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    Wine tasting in Western Australia’s Ferguson Valley

    July 15, 2024
    Overhead view of a vineyard in the Swan Valley wine region at sunset

    Swan Valley wine region guide

    December 16, 2024
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    Geographe,  Western Australia

    Wine tasting in Western Australia’s Ferguson Valley

    July 15, 2024 /

    Dreaming of your next wine tasting weekend in Western Australia? Forget Margaret River: for a quick country escape within easy reach of Perth, a Ferguson Valley wine tasting trip should top your wishlist. With beautiful forests, rolling farmland (and vineyards), fresh produce galore, adorable towns and lovely little wineries, it truly ticks all the boxes.

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    Variety vs varietal: What’s the difference?

    July 29, 2024
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    Yarra Valley wine region guide

    May 12, 2025
    Autumn trees arching over a road

    Alpine Valleys wine region guide

    February 10, 2025
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    Geographe,  Western Australia

    Geographe wine region guide

    July 1, 2024 /

    Geographe is an up-and-coming wine region that’s well worth a visit, either en route to its more famous next-door neighbour, Margaret River, or in its own right. You’ll find friendly, family-run cellar doors with high-quality wines that are gaining well-deserved popularity and recognition.

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    Doing the WSET Level 1 Award in Wine in Melbourne

    February 24, 2025
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    Perth Hills wine region guide

    September 23, 2024
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    Spanish wine and tapas bars in Perth

    December 2, 2024
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