Wine Archives

How to choose the right wine to cook with: Can I use the cheap stuff?

Choosing the right wine to use in your cooking can be a daunting task. Alex Blackwood breaks down the best way to go about picking the right bottle, and whether or not it's okay to opt for the cheapest option.

10 drinks that will warm you from the inside out this winter

Like sipping pure comfort from a mug, hot drinks are the best way to thaw out your fingers this winter. From our velvety chilli-spiked hot chocolate to our luscious buttered rum cocktail, these drinks are a warming treat.

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Orange and cranberry spiced mulled wine

If you’re looking for pure comfort in a glass as winter closes in, you can’t go too far wrong with mulled wine. This recipe combines the fruity flavours of orange and cranberry with subtle spices to create a luscious, warming tipple.

Meet the 23 year-old bringing millennial savvy to her family’s Hawke’s Bay winery

When opportunity knocked on her family’s cellar door, Beatrix Ham answered. The third generation of the Ham family to play a part in the Alpha Domus story, Beatrix brings a refreshing effervescence to the Hawke's Bay winery, in more ways than one.

All the winners from Taste magazine’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Master of Wine Bob Campbell unveils his annual picks of New Zealand wines, from Sauvignon Blanc to Pinot Noir and everything in between, as part of Taste magazine's Top Wine Awards 2019.

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All the winners from Food magazine’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Raise your glass to these top tipples – whatever your preference and budget, we've found the perfect drop for you. Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top wine picks for the year.

The best sparkling wines from Food’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Nothing says a celebration like a bottle of bubbles! Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top sparkling wines from Food magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best Pinot Gris from Food’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Playful yet poised, Pinot Gris perfection has arrived. Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top Pinot Gris from Food magazine's Top Wine Awards.

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The best Sauvignon Blancs from Food’s Top Wine Awards 2019

The young and beautiful, the sharp and sassy – Sauvignon Blanc is the original superstar. Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top Sauvignon Blancs from Food magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and other varieties from Food's Top Wine Awards 2019

The best Merlot and other red varieties from Food’s Top Wine Awards 2019

From simple fruity flavours to big, bold and jammy, Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and other red varieties from Food magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best Shiraz/Syrah and blends from Food’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Red red wine, you make me feel so fine! Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top Shiraz (Syrah) and blends from Food magazine's Top Wine Awards.

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The best Pinot Noirs from Food’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Fruity, velvety and versatile, Pinot Noir never disappoints. Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top Pinot Noir picks from Food magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best Rosé from Food’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Sit pretty with pink - Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top Rosé picks from Food magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best sweet wines from Food’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Have on its own, or with dessert, sweet wines are a versatile delight. Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top sweet varieties from Food magazine's Top Wine Awards.

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The best Chardonnay from Food’s Top Wine Awards 2019

The expressive, elegant crowd-pleaser, a glass of Chardonnay is always a winner. Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top Chardonnay picks from Food magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best Riesling & other varieties from Food’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Fresh and floral, minty and more, Riesling is on the rise in the New Zealand wine scene. Master of Wine Paul Tudor shares his top Riesling and other varieties from Food magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best Pinot Noirs from Taste’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Smooth, fruity and always appealing, Pinot Noir is a crowd pleaser for a reason. Master of Wine Bob Campbell shares his top Pinot Noir picks from Taste magazine's Top Wine Awards.

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The best Rosé wines from Taste’s Top Wine Awards 2019

The wine du jour – think pink and find out what all the fuss is about, in either a sweet or dry finish. Master of Wine Bob Campbell shares his top Rosé picks from Taste magazine's top Wine Awards.

The best sparkling wines from Taste’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Pop open the bubbly with any of these decadent delights. Master of Wine Bob Campbell shares his top sparkling wine picks from Taste magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best sweet wines from Taste’s Top Wine Awards 2019

New Zealand's sweet wines are perfect for when you need something on the sweet side of life. Master of Wine Bob Campbell shares his top picks from Taste magazine's Top Wine Awards.

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The best red wines from Taste’s Top Wine Awards 2019

These New Zealand red wines are fruity and free or sturdy and serious, and everything in between. Master of Wine Bob Campbell shares his top red wine (non-Pinot Noir) picks from Taste magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best Chardonnays from Taste’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Versatile and elegant, New Zealand Chardonnay is now firmly back on-trend. Master of Wine Bob Campbell shares his top Chardonnay picks from Taste Magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best Pinot Gris from Taste’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Do you prefer rich, complex and full-bodied, or light and refreshing? The choice is yours with Pinot Gris. Master of Wine Bob Campbell shares his top Pinot Gris picks from Taste magazine's Top Wine Awards.

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The best new/minor varieties from Taste’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Give new a go with these unique and exciting wines. Master of Wine Bob Campbell shares his top breakout varieties to try from the Taste magazine Top Wine Awards.

The best Rieslings from Taste’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Vibrant, zesty and aromatic with a punch of character, New Zealand Riesling is always a winner. Master of Wine Bob Campbell shares his top picks from Taste magazine's Top Wine Awards.

The best Sauvignon Blancs from Taste’s Top Wine Awards 2019

Sauvignon Blanc is New Zealand’s shining star – fresh, fun and fabulous. Master of Wine Bob Campbell's shares his top picks for sav fans from Taste magazine's Top Wine Awards.

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Why Kiwis are crazy about pinot gris

Master of wine Bob Campbell explores New Zealand’s love affair with pinot gris and explains exactly how many different styles there are to this popular white wine.