LifestyleGo west, young man, to seek new beerI had a wonderful experience recently when I attended a tasting of Hallertau's beers at a rather salubrious Mt Eden hostelry.15 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Riesling on the riseRiesling is an often-overlooked variety of New Zealand wine, but a German expert was impressed with our latest examples.14 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Glass half full raises the wine stakesWine in half-bottles usually ages quicker than that in standard-size bottles.09 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleKeeping it realJames Millton shuns PC pigeonholes in his quest to make the very best biodynamic wine he can, writes Joelle Thomson.07 Aug 05:30 PM
LifestyleWine: The detail that mattersThere are three simple rules to ensure that every time you buy a really good bottle of NZ wine you can be assured of absolute quality. 01 Aug 10:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Hammer horrorsEven in times of recession buying fine wine can be a solid, long-term investment.30 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Fresh fieldsThe latest crop of vineyards can be found in some unlikely places.24 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: When there's less, choose the bestTrimming down is never far from conversation at this time of year, but it's usually waistlines we're talking about - not wine.19 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Tasting les bons vinsI know many wine obsessives who, like myself, gave up buying top-end French wines, especially Bordeaux, when prices skyrocketed in the 90s.18 Jul 10:00 PM
WorldDivers find 200-year-old champagneDivers have found what is thought to be the world's oldest drinkable champagne in a shipwreck in the Baltic Sea.18 Jul 09:07 PM
LifestyleWine: French revolutionFrance is taking drastic measures to save its struggling wine industry.17 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleGet a French fixFun ways to feel the French vibe without flying all the way to Paris.15 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Biodynamic tasteIt usually takes very little to persuade me that daytime is the best time to taste wine.12 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: The politics of wining and diningIf politicians must swipe their credit cards on a night out, it's worth making sure it's value for our money and nectar for their guests.11 Jul 10:00 PM
LifestyleSip trip hits NZ (+recipe)Top sommelier Jean-Marie Pratt brings his global quest for tasty tipples Downunder.11 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Inspecting the gadgetsThere are many gizmos out there which claim to improve your wine drinking experience. We look at the ones that work.10 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Trying it outIt all started when my old friend, Chris Carrad, brought over a "cosmic" wine for tasting.05 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleHow sunshine shapes your wineA study of the UV effects on grapes has potentially revealed why our wines are so distinctive03 Jul 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: Back to classicsYou know the feeling - you rush into the supermarket only to stand, staring blankly at the fresh vegetable section.28 Jun 04:00 PM
LifestyleTaste celebrationDedicated wine drinker Michelle Coursey is introduced to a classy range of boutique beers.28 Jun 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: First in, first servedBuying wine while it's still in the barrel is one way to make sure you don't miss out on limited-edition fine wine.26 Jun 04:00 PM
LifestyleWine: No added sulphurYour average reds all contain added sulphur to prevent oxidation. As do most of the dried fruits and nuts we eat.21 Jun 04:00 PM
AgribusinessMontana wine becomes BrancottThe sun has set on one of NZ's major wine brands, Montana Wines, which will soon become Brancott Estate.21 Jun 04:00 PM
