LifestyleIn praise of a light whiteThe summer holiday period can be tough going sometimes, with plenty of parties, functions and barbies to attend, as well as the more relaxed few drinks at home.14 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleGood Taste: MuscatBrown muscat and men called Keith share something in common - they don't sound very sexy. Nevertheless, I got hot under the collar about some new brown muscat plantings a few weeks ago. 09 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleWine: A toast to 2010Here is the annual review - albeit lightly - of how the last year shaped up or down, depending on whether you're a producer, a drinker or both.08 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleBest of 2011: Watch this spaceThere's fresh blood oozing with talent in New Zealand's wine industry. Rebecca Gibb picks the ones to watch this year.08 Jan 04:30 PM
LifestyleAwesome aromaticsHere are three of the best aromatics of their kind to bear in mind when doing your holiday shopping.25 Dec 09:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Fighting for attentionGisborne, a bit like Wairarapa, has to make a lot of noise to get noticed. Geographically it's not top-of-mind.20 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandRaising our glasses to a drink with KeyMore than a third of men surveyed said they wanted to have a glass of wine with the Prime Minister.19 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleGood Taste: Riesling ChallengeNew Zealand's top winemakers will battle it out at the inaugural Riesling Challenge today.18 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleTwelve days to sample the festive spirit'Tis the season to try new wine varietals or labels. And think beyond your Christmas dinner to all those parties and post-Christmas barbies.12 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleWine: From small seedsDespite being enveloped in the bosom of one of the world's largest wine conglomerates, Selaks still holds a sentimental place in the hearts and minds of the New Zealand wine-buying public.12 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleGood Taste: Left to fizzleMatakana Estate and its sister brand, Goldridge, went into liquidation at the end of last month, making them the latest victims of the economic downturn and wine oversupply crisis.11 Dec 11:00 PM
LifestyleIsle of wineWaiheke Island's boutique wine industry is growing in experience, variety and profile.11 Dec 11:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Yuletide tipplesChristmas is a good excuse to stock the cellar - and splash out on something extra special.09 Dec 09:00 PM
LifestyleGood Taste: Colour your worldOnce upon a time men were men. They would drink beer and eat meat. Now they're happy with a slice of quiche and a glass of rosé. What is the world coming to?05 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleWine: A season to sparkleThe perception that sparkling wine, bubbles, champagne ... call it what you will, is for use as seasonal or celebratory drink only must drive producers crazy.05 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleWine and dineDon't be afraid to ask for help when choosing a wine to accompany your meal.04 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Star matchesIn the eternal quest to come up with a point of difference at wine festivals, beyond the bands, showground attractions, tasty finger food - and the wine, Gisborne ought to take a bow.02 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleWineries with bottleCanterbury's wineries are slowly bouncing back from September's earthquake.27 Nov 04:30 PM
BusinessCentral Otago pinot noir takes top honours at Air NZ Wine AwardsA wine from Central Otago's Gibbston region has won the supreme award at this year's Air New Zealand Wine Awards.21 Nov 10:52 PM
LifestyleWine: Church scoops awardsOne of the country's most significant and authentic wine awards recently celebrated its 10th year.21 Nov 01:00 PM
LifestyleGood Taste: Time againYou know you're getting old when you start asking, "Where has the year gone?"20 Nov 09:00 PM
TravelGisborne: Five girls and a campervanA road trip to the Gisborne Wine & Food Festival is a hilarity-filled affair for Sarah Ivey and friends.19 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleWine; Family tied to wine historyThey have six vineyard blocks aged more than 100 years old, with the majority of the vines still producing excellent grapes. While they've not been acknowledged with a telegram from the Queen, they are highly prized by their owners.17 Nov 04:30 PM
LifestyleNZ Homebrew champs - winners revealedA panel of world class international judges cast their verdicts on a record number of brewers entered in this year's NZ Homebrewing Competition.16 Nov 04:41 AM
