Sep 20, 2017

The biggest trend of 2017 is lighter style reds that are more ‘natural’ and easy to drink such as Pinot Noir and Grenache, you can even refrigerate them before you drink! Also in the red trends this year, we can’t go past a premium Shiraz or the black grape Tempranillo. In the whites, Riesling has...

Sep 13, 2017

We’re enjoying a mid week tipple to reward ourselves for our hard work as we get close to the end of Issue 23, thanks to our friends at Pierro Wines in Margaret River. This issue we’ve enjoyed their 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Reserve, a smooth drink vintaged from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot,...

Sep 13, 2017

Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 October 2017 1.30am – 5.30pm each day Market Square Park Roberts Road, Subiaco 20 Years in Wine & Food Events - CMS Events is celebrating 20 years of wine and food events at this year’s seventh UnWined Subiaco. CMS Events organised Perth’s first major food event,...

Sep 8, 2017

  Here are the wines we sampled for Issue 23 that didn’t make it into our list of Top Drops, but were still enjoyed, and where we experienced them. From left to right: By The Brook Restaurant “Twin Islands” Sauvignon Blanc, 2016 By The Brook Restaurant “Xabregas” Reisling...

Sep 6, 2017

The heavily contested 2017 Perth Royal Wine Awards was met with gusto, seeing over 2000 entries exhibited and battling it out over four days of judging to showcase the best in WA and Australia. Flametree Wines was a clear winner with The Lalla Rookh Trophy for Best Chardonnay, Hermitage Trophy for Best West...

Sep 5, 2017

Saturday 14 October 2017 Electric Vines is back for its 9th year in the Swan Valley, with all new venues at Mandoon Estate and Oakover Grounds and a brand new menu, 2017 is set to be its biggest year ever. The Electric Vines lunch menu has been completely changed to include some of Perth’s hottest...

Aug 31, 2017

Margaret River Wine Association appoints Barry House as their independent Chairperson, effective immediately.The move from voluntary president to independent chair follows unanimous support from the Board.Barry House is a highly experienced local who represented the Margaret River region in the West...

Aug 16, 2017

The Royal Agricultural Society of WA, as part of its expanding education program, is offering two students the opportunity to study a wine related course to expand their knowledge and continue their career within the WA wine industry. The Wine Industry Scholarship was introduced in 2016 in recognition of...

Aug 9, 2017

The Langton’s 2017 Margaret River Wine Show will return to Ramada Resort in Dunsborough from the 30 October to 2 November 2017, marking the 16th Margaret River Wine Show. Margaret River Wine Association Marketing Director, Amanda Whiteland expects this year’s show to be our biggest yet with 21...

Mar 1, 2017

The 50th Anniversary of the planting of the first commercial vines in the Margaret River region will take place in 2017 and they are looking to celebrate in style! The Margaret River Wine Association is working on a series of events from 16 – 18 November to coincide with the 2017 Gourmet Escape...

Feb 7, 2017

THE HON. L.T.C. Semillon & Sauvignon Blanc with just a Little Touch of Chardonnay L.T.C., with a hint of her elegant mother, is a fresh and lively young lady from the Willyabrup Duchy. She dances lightly, melting hearts with her delightful approachability.   Dressed in a subtle blend of delicate...

Dec 22, 2016

Here are the red wines we sampled for Issue 22 that didn’t make it into our list of Top Drops, but were still enjoyed. From left to right: Silkwood Estate “Original Zin” Liqueur, 2014 Lot 80 Cabernet Malbec, 2015 Silkwood Estate “The Walcott” Malbec, 2015 Silkwood Estate...

Dec 22, 2016

Here are the white wines we sampled for Issue 22 that although they didn’t make it into our list of Top Drops, were nevertheless enjoyed. From left to right: 2015 West Cape Howe Chardonnay, 2015 Silkwood Estate “The Walcott” Reisling, 2013 Silkwood Estate “Little Bitch”...

Nov 22, 2016

The world famous Margaret River Gourmet Escape held from  19th to 20th November 2016, brought us a fantastic line up of amazing food, fine wines, great beer and celebrity chefs. This was the ultimate culinary adventure, with over 50 events showcasing the best of the region from Busselton to Augusta, a line...

Nov 1, 2016

Young Gun of Wine Uncut is happening on Friday, 2nd December at the beaches of Cottesloe bringing together 20 talented winemakers around WA. Il Lido is proudly hosting this ground-breaking event this year. The event, first time in the last 11 years, will be held at the Il Lido Italian Canteen at 1pm to...