With each opportunity to taste, enjoy and experience what a wine has to offer, we should be appreciatively reminded by the fact that a winemaker has only one opportunity a year (a Vintage) to get it right.

Barolo remains an evolving mystery which continues to charm and transform itself, evoking a unique and enchanting sense of the place it comes from.

Can the addition of just 1% of a grape varietal impact the overall flavour profile of a wine?

“Do not let your bitterness steal your sweetness.” - KURT VONNEGUT

A mixture of unpredictable weather conditions along with innovative solutions is propelling us towards a new normal of winemaking throughout the world.

What exactly is a ‘Cult Wine’? Can anyone of us join one?

A Californian frontier where outlaws once freely roamed the vast landscape, the wild-hearted region of Paso Robles continues to forge ahead with an inventive spirit and unconventional passion.

Renowned for its ethereal production of red wines made from Pinot Noir, the wine region of Burgundy is also a haven for producing extraordinary white wines.

There is something unmistakably ceremonial about opening a bottle of wine that contains a cork. Even romantic in its ritual, that many swear by.  This visceral experience has helped cork retain its public persona but is the wine industry moving in another direction?

Once synonymous with a poor Italian man’s drink, Grappa has found its place amongst the most respected Spirits in the World.

Unless you enjoy living life on the edge, (which is often a fun approach) as with any indulgent purchase, reading the finer details will ultimately help you to make better informed choices.

The Holidays are a perfect opportunity to engage ourselves in the luxuries of our senses, spending time with friends and family, and cracking out some fantastic Sparkling wines.

Winemaking in Tuscany is an ancient practice, but the Super Tuscan style is a recent invention.

We are proud to announce that Montes Wines has been named the Best Vineyard in South America and selected as the 3rd best Vineyard in the World by ‘World's Best Vineyards’.

A key factor in the finished product of many wines is the age and type of the wood it is fermented or contained in before it is bottled. Winemakers often refer to the use of new oak, old oak or neutral oak.  What are some of the differences?

Decanting is not just the act of pouring a wine into a fancy vessel. It is a powerful tool to keep in your arsenal, one that can vastly expand what you get out of this beautiful beverage.

The results of tradition, dedication and passion always persevere for generations. 

How do you determine whether a wine is good?