Le Cœur du Champagne
The Heart of Champagne Last night I tasted a bottle of Jean Josselin Champagne, and it reminded me why I […]
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An Introduction, Over a Glass
I have not properly introduced myself yet. My name is Ofa Helotu Faingaanuku, but people call me Ofa for short.
When Tariffs Hit the Glass
What it means for NZ & Australia, and why it’s time to build your home-team line-up Hi Wine Lovers,This week’s
What the Sticker Does Not Tell You
A season can’t be scored The gold sticker catches your eye first.90+ points. Medal. Award winner. It offers comfort. Reassurance.
Grapes Don’t Read Spreadsheets: Wine is agriculture first – and the season sets the schedule
Kia ora wine whānau,Before we get into this one, I need to say it plainly: I take my hat off
How did Chardonnay become so loved… and so misunderstood at the same time?
Malo wine whānau, This week’s newsletter actually started the best way most good wine stories do… with a proper yarn.
Normanby: More than a Bottle shop
Kia ora Wine Whānau, Two weeks ago I wrote about a quick, unannounced pop-in to Normanby Fine Wines & Spirits
Summer Reds in the Heat – A Wine Chief Answer
A couple of weeks ago, in the 14th newsletter, I shared a wine experience around a Cloud St Rosé Victoria
Unannounced, Unforgettable: Normanby Fine Wine & Spirits, Auckland (Part 1 of 2)
Malo e lelei Wine Lovers, This week’s newsletter is a little different – we’re running it in two parts. Why?
Krug moments: when champagne turns an occasion into a memory
Mālō e lelei and bonjour, fellow wine explorers Every now and then, a bottle crosses your path that reminds you