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In the first week of December 2022, I hosted the last of our Top 10 tastings for the year – Sparkling wines. The results are here > https://winefolio.co.nz/?p=7313 and it …

On Prosecco Read More

A first time visiting Te Mata Estate in Hawke’s Bay. It’s the producer of the regions’ most revered wine – the red ‘Coleraine’, but has so far escaped my attentions. …

A morning at Te Mata Estate Read More

I bumped into the bundle of energy that is Leon Hill at the South Australian Showcase – ‘Ruled by Flavour’ in Auckland recently. Then there he was again in the …

A chat with Leon Hill of Organic Hill Read More

What I think should be on your festive table this year (or on your Santa List!) It’s December, and I imagine that readers will be looking forward to a time …

The WineFolio Christmas Cracker 2022 Read More

We’re staying the night at the Calvert Vineyard on Felton Road in Bannockburn, and the neighbouring property now houses the Te Kano Cellar door, so the chance to drop in …

A Tasting at Te Kano in Bannockburn Read More

An opportunity came along to fine-tune the palate and give it a bit of a work out. After the Awards Night at the New Zealand International Wine Show, I had …

New Zealand Pinot Noir – exploring the regions Read More

As a writer of ‘words about wine’ I am often to be found in a quiet space – my favourite chair, with a glass of wine, and deep in thought. …

Wine with (food and) friends Read More

Yes, I know. This is becoming a regular thing now! But there is quite a lot to discover in the world of Laithwaites, and these mixed boxes are quite addictive! …

Laithwaites – wait, there’s more…! Read More

I’ve heard the stories of past editions of this wine expo from friends in the know, but this is my first visit to the Art of Wine show. Looking down …

The Art of Wine Read More