Muscat is one of Australia’s most famous dessert wines: sweet and fragrant. In Australia, we can be proud to grow some of the world’s most prized Muscat. Liqueur Muscat is at home in Victoria, where the Muscat grapes have been grown for near 100 years. Victoria may be the home of this fine fortified, …
You’ll find Muscat grapes grown all over the world. And you’ll find them used in a myriad of ways. Within one tiny subcategory, there is so much diversity– and so we’re focusing in on one specific variety– the Black Muscat. To clear up any initial confusion, yes: Black Muscat is a kind of wine …
Two of the world’s most popular substances: wine and chocolate… Both so ancient that their origins are shrouded in mystery. But did you know that the two have a shared history? The elder of the two is wine, and we would challenge anyone who says they can find a date for this marvellous invention. …
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In the past, a wedding reception was a breakfast. Although this hasn’t been true for a good century or so, the term “wedding breakfast” is still often used in Britain. Centuries-old Christian traditions, prescribed fasting before receiving Holy Communion, and thus the wedding would be held in the morning to accommodate. The reception that follows …
Planning your Wedding Reception: The Old, the New, and the Distinctly Victorian… Read More »
Conference and Venue Hire doesn’t have to be a chore. We’ve got easy and creative solutions for memorable events– everything from weddings to Christmas parties to festivals. When you’re looking for a venue for your event, you’re faced with a myriad of bland options. But we’re not one of them. We’re experienced hosts– you just …
So, you’ve been given a bottle of Port. A bottle of red Port, to clarify. You pour it into a glass and it’s a faded, red-brown colour. For drinkers of ordinary table wines, this might be alarming. But fear not! Your port has not spoiled! Red ports, made of red grapes, are seldom red in …
Red Port: Or, Rather, Why Isn’t My Port Wine Red? Read More »
What should you really be drinking? It’s time to find out! If that’s got you inspired, we’ve got you covered! Take a look at our wine collection – we’re very proud of it.
If Winter’s got you fantasising about hibernation, here’s what to do… Grab a bottle of fortified wine. And share it by a fireplace – or even a bar heater if you’re not lucky enough to have one. What? You don’t have one on hand? Take advantage of our online store and your fortifieds of choice …
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For those looking to make port at home, there is one primary hurdle. Is your home in Portugal? No? Well, you can’t make port. In fact, even if your home was in Portugal, there would be a great number of hurdles to conquer first. We’ll talk you through the process of making this fortified …
