Sticking up for our savs
Sauvignon blanc put New Zealand wine on the world stage and, despite grumbles from Australian winemakers, there by and large is where it deserves to stay, say New Zealand experts.
Sauvignon blanc put New Zealand wine on the world stage and, despite grumbles from Australian winemakers, there by and large is where it deserves to stay, say New Zealand experts.
Just like losing the Bledisloe Cup 10 years in a row, Australia has been letting you Kiwis win for too long in the wine stakes, and I think it's time for more of a fair go.
Wine fans can expect a bumper crop from most grape-growing regions this autumn.
If syrah spins your wheels, then Elephant Hill deserves your attention.
The days of quality cheap New Zealand wine are numbered as a nationwide fall in production has put an end to a surplus that has delighted price-conscious consumers.
Sweetness, considered a positive in so many areas of life has sadly become soured in wine because of its association with being old-fashioned or unsophisticated.
It's not a proper New Zealand summer without sauvignon. The white, pleasant and uncomplicated wine remains a firm favourite locally and our calling card internationally.
This week, wine experts reveal their top drops for the summer season. Today, Jane Skilton gives her picks.
This week wine experts reveal their top drops for the summer season. Today Michael Cooper, opens the cap on his favourites.
A price comparison of some our most popular wines has found it's not just one vintage that buyers overseas can buy for less than here.
New Zealand wine and food festivals are taking a stand against drunk and disruptive revellers.
There's been a fair amount of talk about organic wine in our household lately, mostly tinged with disappointment and a lack of enthusiasm. So we went looking to see if we could find wine that was taking environmental concerns seriously
Sweet, light, spritzy and cheap, on first glance moscato would appear to be more gangnam than gangsta style.
A lovely bottle of something special is always a welcome gift — Viva picks some of our best buys.