Above and beyond the bottom line
The Langhorne Creek region continues to stand out as a source of top-value wines. But beyond price, what does real “value” actually mean?
From little things, big things grow
Is Gamay the next big thing in the Adelaide Hills? There are plenty who think so and the evidence is coming to fruition.
The Creek keeps on flowing
Jacob’s Creek has been a flag bearer for accessible Australian wine for many decades, but success for this enduring SA winemaker is about looking forward as much as it is looking back.
A new era unfolds for Clare’s beloved Skillogalee
Evolution not revolution is the goal of Skillogalee’s winemaker and new owner as they breathe fresh energy into the estate while respecting its rich past.
Our finest luxuries under the spotlight
After a spate of pointy-end launches, our writer asks what is gained from the rarefied world of top-shelf wines.
The Barossa’s secret powerhouse
How a tiny corner of South Australia’s most famous wine region hit the big time.
The ocean phenomenon shaping great SA wines
Each year a natural oceanic wonder visits our South East coastline and changes the course of the region’s wines.
A white out of left field
One of our traditional white wines may have lost its market clout, but it still arouses great passion in obsessed winemakers who believe its renaissance is nigh.
What’s old is new again
An ancient sparkling style has fast become one of the natural wine movement’s greatest success stories.
Wondrous wines of 2022: Reds, rosé, great value and gift bottles
In part two of his review of the head-turning wines of 2022, our wine writer turns to the exciting world of SA’s red wines, from classics to the varietally diverse. He also selects 10 great value drops under $25, and some special bottles for gifting.
