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Levantine Hill Tasting and Lunch at Ezard
A spectacular experience at ezard @ Levantine Hill. Amazing host, breathtaking vineyard view and absolutely fantastic gourmet food and wine — we could not ask for more! Visit Levantine Hill page
The Weekly Review exclusive reader event
The Weekly Review and Fraser Gallop Estate invites you to join us and winemaker Clive Otto for an evening of indulgence. Price: $120 per person When: Tuesday September 22 — 7pm Where: GG, 150 Clarendon Street, East Melbourne Bookings: (03) 8415 0411 and quote “The Weekly Review reader event”
Singlefile Wine Dinner
Singlefile Wines were named James Halliday’s Dark Horse Winery of the Year in 2014. Join CEO Patrick Corbett at an intimate wine dinner on Wednesday 29th July at Woodland House and see for yourself why people in the know are talking about Singlefile Wines as one to watch. Date: Wednesday […]
Master Class — Côte de Beaune
Our Legendary host Gary Steel introduced the wonders of Côte de Beaune pinot noir and chardonnay. From the grand crus of Corton to those of Chassagne-Montrachet. The Master class was held at Culumus Inc.
La Route des Crus — Mini Imported Trade Show
It was a fantastic and enjoyable week for us to host the La Route des Crus event. Opened with a mini imported trade show, showcased from the freshly arrived 2013 Burgundies to our best value wines from Bordeaux, Rhone or Italy. Trade show was hosted at Wine House, Melbourne. […]
Route de Cru
Get your calendars out and be sure to put this one in your diary, it’s going to be an exciting week. Our lips are sealed at the moment, but there will be more to follow shortly.
Celebrating 100 years
This month, Babich Wines is celebrating its 100th vintage, 99 years after the founder, Josip Babich, produced and bottled his first wine at just 20 years old. Babich Wines Managing Director, Joe Babich, expects the historic 2015 vintage to be a good one, although supply could be down across New Zealand […]
NSW Whites
NSW have some killer whites, definitely worth trying. Ross Hill named Orange’s number one producer by James Halliday in his 2015 Wine Companion. You can’t go wrong with Meerea Park, in the words of James Halliday “…truly the best of the best….”
Johnny Q
Approachable, easy going and versatile, Johnny Q will suit any occasion! “You just can’t take life too seriously” … is Winemaker John Quarisa’s motto. John draws on his extensive experience to deliver Johnny Q, a range which encapsulates his love for life. You will find this wine is a perfect […]
Delas Freres, Saint Esprit
Cotes-du-Rhone “Saint Esprit” Rouge “Delas Freres has produced two other outstanding sleepers of the vintage, and both wines dramatically over-deliver for their appellations. The brilliant 2009 Cotes du Rhone St. Esprit is the best Cotes du Rhone I have ever tasted from Delas. Seventy percent Syrah 20% Grenache and […]
Star Lane
If you’re heading down to Beechworth for one of the famous ‘Beestings’s from the bakery, why not head past Star Lane on the way home to Melbourne. You will return utterly relaxed.
Pistol Packin Mama.
Red Cabernet Sauvignon 55% / Merlot 45% Flavours of dark cherry and plum are gently layered with velvety tannins and classic white pepper notes from this cool climate example. This wine is best consumed within 3 years of release. White 53% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Gris, 12% Savignin Modern and elegant, […]
Cantina Tollo Tasting
We were lucky enough to have Domenico Angeloni from Cantina Tollo visit from Italy and chat one on one with people about some of the range at King and Godfree, Lygon Street. Visit Cantina Tollo’s page Rocca Ventosa Pinot Grigio Golden straw yellow with green colour highlights. With fresh fruit nuances and a delicate flowery […]
Josmeyer
Christophe Ehrhart fromDomaine JOSMEYER, Alsace has been visiting the various states around Australia this week. He is currently in Melbourne presenting some Masterclasses this weekend. For more information please contact your sales representative. For more information on Domaine JOSMEYER you can visit their page here
You can’t go wrong with Marlborough
Babich is making some fine wines and they have the accolades to show it. Pinot Gris From several vineyards positioned throughout Marlborough comes this rich, full bodied Pinot Gris which is partially barrel fermented. It has stone-fruit and spice flavours with a soft finish – medium dry in style. Tasting Note The […]
Imported Tasting.
Beehive Hotel hosted an intimate imported tasting last night which were paired deliciously with a variety of food. The Beehive Hotel in Hawthorn re-opened on Tuesday with a new look, it’s definitely worth heading down to try some of their food and pizza Chateau des FERRAGES, Cotes de Provence “Roumery” Rosé A […]
Valentines Day Wine Suggestions
Valentines Day isn’t just about chocolates and flowers, why not treat yourself to a nice bottle of wine. We have some great suggestions for you to indulge in this Valentines Day. Reschke Rosé This well-balanced refreshing summer wine is made exclusively with Merlot grapes, a unique characteristic in the Rose wine […]
Burgundy Hot Pick – Meursault
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Happy New Year.
Domaine Wine Shippers wishes you a safe and happy New Years. We hope you have an incredible night, be sure to drink responsibly. We suggest seeing in the new year with a bottle of ‘Geurrieri Rizzardi‘ Prosecco.
It’s time to get in the Christmas spirit
Gabriel Boudier has featured in an article from the Guardian. In Europe they are enjoying Gabriel Boudier in Autumn over here in Australia we love it for summer, we thought we would share some of our favourite Gabriel Boudier cocktails with you just in time for Christmas. As Fiona Beckett mentions in […]
DWS Christmas BBQ
The DWS Victorian team had a chance to relax by the yarra, enjoy a bbq and have a few laughs and get together with everyones family, even Santa made an appearance. We hope you are all are enjoying the lead up to Christmas as much as we are.
Champagne Awards
2014 marked the first Ordre Des Coteaux De Champagne induction ceremony held in Australia. On Wednesday 19th November at the Sydney Opera House, the Commandeur of the Ordre, Fabrice Rosset, also President of Champagne Deutz, proudly opened an official chapter of the organisation in Australia. Domaine Wine Shippers are very proud to announce […]
Supernormal Tasting.
Yesterday Bouchard Pére et Fils and Villa Ponciago had an exclusive tasting through their range including new releases and some special back vintages. Anne Deraisme of Bouchard Pére et Fils was there to talk through the winemaking process and was able answer any questions.
Domaine LAROCHE Award
Domaine Laroche has taken out the prestigious award of ‘French Wine Producer of the Year.’ It’s not surprising they took out this award as year after year they produce wines of exceptional quality.
Victorian Trade Show
This years Trade Show was hosted at the Sofitel, Melbourne. It was a great opportunity for Wineries and DWS staff to chat with customers one and one. It was a fantastic and enjoyable day.
Seville Estate Visit
The DWS Sales team visited Seville Estate on the weekend. Margaret and Graham were amazing hosts and we were able to try their award winning wines, exceptional food and enjoy the views of the Yarra Valley.
Geoff Weaver – New to DWS
Geoff Weaver is an Adelaide icon of the Australian wine industry, with 42 years experience making wine from Chief Winemaker of Hardy’s in the 80’s to today growing and making his own wine from his estate planted in 1983. Geoff makes great wines of character which truly reflect the Lenswood […]
Andre Delorme Visit
Christian De Brisis from Maison André Delorme arrived in Australia early this week for the Victorian Trade Show. This is not the first time Christian has visited Australia, he tends to visit annually so that he can meet customers and keep them up to date with what is happening at Andre Delorme.
Patrick Piuze Article
James Halliday wrote a great article on Patrick Piuze last month, If you love your Chablis wines, it’s definitely worth a read.
James Halliday Wine Companion 2015
DWS is extremely proud of all the wineries who have made it into James Halliday’s 2015 Wine Companion. It doesn’t surprise us that so many of our wines and wineries are featured.
Singlefile Wines – New to DWS
DWS welcomes Singlefile Wines to the family. This Western Australian winery is Winner of the James Halliday’s wine Companion ‘Dark Horse of the Year’ Award 2014. Get in touch with your sales representative to try some of these wines from Great Southern, Western Australia.