Terroir “a self-serving piety”
Terroir “a self serving piety” says winemaker Sean Thackrey. He goes even further. To him the idea that wine expresses […]
Karrawirra Red 1973 – Old and Remarkable Barossa
In 2013 a neighbour of Glug customer Alan Ramsey gifted him an old Karrawirra red The Karrawirra Barossa Valley Claret
Langhorne Creek deserves more fame than it gets
Langhorne Creek deserves more fame than it gets. It is the forgotten gem of Australian wine. Its reputation hides behind
GSM’s growing popular – Welcome Three Hares
GSM’s are growing popular. Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro – the three heritage varieties of the Barossa Valley – when blended
Our winemaker is not a popstar
Australia has another wine maker making headlines in the UK. “Light, fun and bubbly: how Kylie Minogue’s rosé prosecco conquered
Terroir should remain where it was found
Why is the promoter of Australian wine James Halliday still rabbiting on with the French term terroir when describing wines
Why Not Leave Penfolds Grange Alone
The world of wine is a big place and to create a growing recognition for a country or a brand
Many Australian wines are still made as copies and this must stop
Having some knowledge of the big wine themes increases the appreciation of what is in your glass and a good
When should you ask for help about wine?
So much is written about wine every week that a casual observer would surely conclude the product must be confusing.
Biodynamic Nonsense and Your Wine
I have a few heroes one being Martin Gardner who gave us some of his busy life to debunk pseudo-science
