TravelFrance: Champagne's riotous historyRiots might be topical in Britain this week, but 100 years ago in France they were the culmination of a vexed period in the history of champagne.11 Aug 04:50 AM
LifestyleWine: Speaking from their originsRockburn winemaker Malcolm Rees-Francis took over at the Central Otago winery in 2006, replacing the legendary Rudi Bauer. 10 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Out of the ordinaryThe reinvigoration of the Spanish grape mencia reminds us there's more to life than cabernet and chardonnay.04 Aug 10:00 PM
OpinionWine: Nelson raises its profileNelson is one of the country's prettiest and most relaxing places to live or visit. It moves at its own pace, boasts copious sunshine hours, has stunning beaches, arts, crafts, cafes and restaurants and just feels like a pleasant place to be. 03 Aug 09:00 PM
LifestyleArbiters of good taste: Our stylish women of wineRooftop parties at members-only clubs in New York are just part of the job for three doyennes of the New Zealand wine industry.02 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Taxing times for winemakersGovernment has raised the excise on wine, but it's producers rather than consumers who are likely to wear the increase.28 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Focus on global tastesSome fine winemakers are often baffled why their excellent, often competitively-priced wine doesn't fly off the shelves and on to the tables of discerning customers. 27 Jul 10:00 PM
LifestyleAt $1880 a sip...don't spill it!A former sommelier has paid £75,000 for a bottle of 1811 Chateau d'Yquem, making it the world's most expensive bottle of white wine.26 Jul 11:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Perfect harmonyThe winemaker's art is not just choosing the best grapes but blending them skilfully to achieve complexity in the wine.21 Jul 10:00 PM
LifestyleWine: A fraction of the frictionIt was unthinkable a decade ago, but the gap is definitely closing between the majestic top end wines of Bordeaux and the best New Zealand Bordeaux blends.20 Jul 05:30 PM
OpinionDon Kavanagh: Striking the perfect matchBeer and spirits are also great accompaniments to a meal, observes Don Kavanagh.18 Jul 09:30 PM
TravelFrance: The answer to ageing wellCenturies old tunnels make excellent wine cellars, PK Stowers explains.18 Jul 08:00 PM
RoyalsKiwi sav blancs to grace the Queen's wine cellarTwo New Zealand wines have been deemed fit for a queen - the Queen of England in fact.18 Jul 05:30 PM
BusinessCheap wine changing Kiwis' drinking purchasesLion's new boss in New Zealand says cheap wine is changing this country's liquor market.17 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandHands-on classroom for wine studentsWaiheke winemaker Kim Goldwater has donated a 14ha section of his vineyard to the University of Auckland.15 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Cultural exchangeWe have learned much from French winemakers - now it's time to give back.14 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Expressions of interestIt's one of the largest selling brands in the world and New Zealanders have been enjoying it for 30-something years.13 Jul 10:00 PM
LifestyleWine: The woman's touchWinemaking in New Zealand may still be male-dominated but some of the country's finest winemakers and producers are women. 08 Jul 02:00 AM
LifestyleWine: Where there's smokeBushfires are causing a headache for Australian winemakers.06 Jul 10:00 PM
Opinion<i>Don Kavanagh</i>: Misery mulls over companyFight the cold-weather blues with a tasty, warming tipple, says Don Kavanagh.04 Jul 09:30 PM
TravelGet merry in MatakanaJust north of Auckland is a cluster of our best vineyards, discovers Susan Edmunds.02 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Declaration of independenceWine writing is a trade that must uphold certain standards to retain its credibility.29 Jun 10:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Weathering the stormHow best to find the pick of the bunch after a tough harvest.23 Jun 10:00 PM
LifestyleLeading ladies in an old boys' clubA luncheon in Auckland next week celebrates the achievements of successful female leaders in the wine industry.23 Jun 02:00 AM
LifestyleWine: With an artistic tingeOwning a vineyard is often seen through rose-tinted glasses, writes John Hawkesby.21 Jun 10:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Method non traditionalOwning a vineyard is no longer an essential part of making wine.16 Jun 10:00 PM
