LifestyleWine: Passion for pinotWhen I hear the word "authentic" applied to any product, I am immediately suspicious.08 Mar 01:00 AM
LifestyleWine: Old world ripe for pickingThere are a few countries whose wines I’ve yet to try. Now, thanks to La Cantina importer Ben Naden, I can tick Malta off the list.02 Mar 12:00 AM
LifestyleAll eyes are on new foodie favourite, Magnus NilssonMagnus Nilsson, the 28-year-old chef from Sweden, has been dubbed the new Rene Redzepi of the food world.28 Feb 06:00 PM
LifestyleWine: All together nowThere's nothing like a crisis to bring people together. It was the Depression of the 1930s that made growers in Europe join forces and form the co-operative wineries that still make a significant proportion of the continent's wines today.28 Feb 05:00 PM
LifestyleReview: Pintxos, PonsonbyBoom. I'm excited. At last Auckland has its own Basque-style tapas bar complete with a counter laden with just-prepared, ready to eat pintxos, the name given to traditional tapas in northern Spain.27 Feb 04:00 PM
RetailWinemakers take case to GermanyA group of New Zealand's best winemakers will join forces in Germany next month to showcase Kiwi wine brands at a major international wine fair.24 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleLight drops tickle tastebudsLow-calorie wines are catching on among health-conscious consumers - and critics say they don't have to be bland to be better for you.22 Feb 07:40 PM
LifestyleWine: Putting wine into wordsPinot noir is a woman: a statement made by an international speaker at a recent high-profile wine conference in New Zealand, as he launched into a culturally inappropriate attempt to conjure up the character of the variety.22 Feb 12:30 AM
EntertainmentPitt and Jolie launching French wine rangeHollywood stars Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are turning their hand to winemaking.19 Feb 07:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Ravishing redsWhile internationally we're best known for white wines - notably sauvignon blanc - our reds are fast gaining attention, spearheaded by some classy pinot noir and succulent syrah.16 Feb 12:00 AM
LifestyleWine: The right whiteInvariably, when only two wines are recommended each week in this column, there will be those that didn't get the attention they deserve. So, to rectify the situation, here are some wines that cover a range of budgets and are worth seeking out.09 Feb 12:00 AM
LifestyleWine: Anti-Kiwi bashing just generalisation"I'm getting pretty sick of Oz wine people bagging Kiwi sauvignon blanc. You don't hear people over here dissing Oz shiraz."08 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleSticking up for our savsSauvignon 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.08 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleDump the sav - it's time for some shirazJust 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.08 Feb 04:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Bacchus to basicsDiscover the pure taste of the new varieties of natural wine.08 Feb 01:00 AM
Lifestyle'Belter' of a season shines upon sauvignon blanc drinkersWine fans can expect a bumper crop from most grape-growing regions this autumn.02 Feb 04:30 PM
OpinionWine: A name to rememberIf syrah spins your wheels, then Elephant Hill deserves your attention.02 Feb 01:00 AM
LifestyleCheap NZ wine starts to run dryThe 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.31 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Sweet mysterySweetness, 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.31 Jan 01:00 AM
LifestyleWine: Suave sauvignonIt'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.26 Jan 12:00 AM
LifestyleWine: Time to sparkleJanuary is the month when Champagne is usually at its cheapest.18 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandBest summer wine: Pack Beaujolais for a picnicThis week, wine experts reveal their top drops for the summer season. Today, Jane Skilton gives her picks.15 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleA good match for a picnic or partyThis week wine experts reveal their top drops for the summer season. Today Michael Cooper, opens the cap on his favourites.13 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandMore NZ wines cheaper overseasA 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.10 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandWine festivals sobering upNew Zealand wine and food festivals are taking a stand against drunk and disruptive revellers.27 Dec 04:30 PM
