Beer

Beer: The Doctor is in the House!

Dr. Hops is a small-batch brewed 'World Pale Ale' full of hoppy goodness, and the brainchild of the ebullient, fun-loving Nicky Claridge. Her Dr. Hops story is a very meaningful one...
Dine

Semilla: A Seedling that will Flourish (Paris, FR)

With a distinct Antipodean air, newly opened Semilla (meaning 'Seed') is a thriving Bistro restaurant that focuses on good food and wine
Australia

‘Claret’ from Penfold’s: 1979 ‘Special Vintage’ St. Henri

With a fill line in the bottom half of the neck purchasing this was always going to be a little dicey. For interest's sake, and because it was also a bit of a bargain ($120), it had to be done!
NZ Wine

V13: Return to Normal Yields Welcomed by All

Figures and thoughts about the 2013 New Zealand grape harvest are beginning to circulate, and for all intents and purposes it is wholesome news for all concerned.
NZ Wine

Artful Blending

Unique Tribute Lots Feature at this Year's Hawkes Bay Charity Fine Wine Auction. On land above the Tutaekuri River in New Zealand’s Hawkes Bay lies a very special vineyard
Beer

A Portrayal of Porter

Nothing beats a malty, roasty, toasty, dark beer on a frosty winter's night. Read up on the history of porter, alongside some stunning Kiwi craft versions.

Wine Features

V13: Return to Normal Yields Welcomed by All

Figures and thoughts about the 2013 New Zealand grape harvest are beginning to circulate, and for all intents and purposes it is wholesome news for all concerned. …

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Dine

Semilla: A Seedling that will Flourish (Paris, FR)

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Wine Review

The Genius of Neive: Bruno Giacosa and Barbaresco

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I was lucky enough to share in this heavenly bottle of Barbaresco Asili Riserva from none other than legendary producer Bruno Giacosa. …

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Beer: The Doctor is in the House!

Dr. Hops is a small-batch brewed ‘World Pale Ale’ full of hoppy goodness, and the brainchild of the ebullient, fun-loving Nicky Claridge. Her Dr. Hops story is a very meaningful one… …