Michael Cooper
Wine writer
Michael Cooper has 45 wine books and several literary awards to his credit. In the 2004 New Year Honours, Michael was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
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Weekend wine guide: A ‘difficult’ vintage in the Gimblett Gravels still produced excellent reds
Weather was unsettled in the 2022 growing season - but excellent wines still emerged.
Weekend Wine Guide: This tricky vintage still produced excellent reds this season
Difficulties caused by extreme weather have not stopped impeded this vintage.