Uncertainty continues over Oz wine exports to China

Confusion continues over a potential block on Australian wine imports by China in response to ongoing tensions between Canberra and Beijing.

Wine Australia’s Tasting Blind Club moves online

Wine Australia has converted its Tasting Blind Club into an online Tasting Blind Club Quiz hosted by Emma Symington MW.

Aussie wine exports to the UK up in value but volume drops

The value of Australian wine exports to the UK increased by 3% to AU$383m in the 12 months ended 30 June 2020, according to new data released by Wine Australia.

Australian wine exports to the UK drop 7%

The value of Australian wine exports to the UK declined 7% to AU$356m in the 12 months ended April 2020, according to new data released by Wine Australia.

Oz wine exports to UK drop in value and volume

Wine Australia has reported a drop in exports to the UK in both value and volume terms. 

New research says ‘not all hope lost' when it comes to smoke taint

A multi-faceted, multi-agency smoke taint project, supported by the Australian Wine Research Institute (AWRI) and funded by the Australian government, has confirmed that blending or dilution with unaffected wine can be an effective remedy for smoke-affected wine.

Leading Langhorne Creek wineries join forces to raise profile

A number of Langhorne Creek’s leading wineries and industry bodies have joined forces in a bid to grow the region’s profile among industry players and drinkers.

Australia: Dishing the dirt

Despite declining overall UK market share, Australia’s renewed dynamism is making headway in premium channels. James Lawrence reports

China to squeeze bulk supply of Australian red to critical levels over next 3-5 years

ADT suppliers up their Oz bids as competition ramps up from China and the US

A hardy – dare we suggest, typically Australian – attitude to price hikes and supply challenges was the main exhibit at yesterday’s Australia Day Tasting, where plenty of creative and business flair set out the category’s stall for 2018.