Love them or hate them, there’s truly something about these wine puns! Grab your friends, a bottle of your favourite drop, maybe even a nice cheese platter and read out these grape puns. They can also be future caption ideas for when you’ve snapped a photo of a glass of wine in hand #WineWednesday. Whether […]
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The Differences between Vegan, Organic, Biodynamic and Natural Wine
Here’s something that you may not have already known: not all wine is vegan, or even vegetarian. Yes, there’s more to wine than just fermented grapes. There are various wines in the market now that claim to be vegan, organic, biodynamic or natural wine. Rather than just taking their word for it, let’s look at […]
Corporate Giveaways
Planning your next corporate event? Whether you’ve got an employee conference coming up, or you’re brainstorming ideas for the next prospective client meeting, corporate giveaways are an essential factor in developing your brand image. Any gadget or plastic miscellany can do the trick: branded pens, key rings, mouse-pads, USBs, or stress-balls. But what do these […]
Creative Ideas for the Perfect Bridesmaid Gift Box
So, you’re in the stages of planning your wedding- congratulations! Once you’ve picked your nearest and dearest to be by your side on your big day, it’s time to ask the question, will you be my bridesmaid/maid of honour? There are a lot of different ways you can go about this. There are a few […]
Wedding Wine Checklist
Assuming you’ve got the main things sorted (date, venue, dress), preparing the reception can be a lot of fun. If you’re buying your own wedding wines, you’re able to cater to all guests, different tastes, and personalise the bottles. It shows a little extra care. Wine can be the highlight of a wedding, so it’s […]
A Brief History of Wine Labels
A nice wine label can sometimes be appreciated (almost) as much as the actual contents of the bottle. Labels with smart designs showcase creativity, offering depth and entertainment, allowing another layer of conversation to the experience of drinking a fine bottle of wine. Bringing along a bottle of wine to an event or as a […]
A Guide to Ordering Wine at a Restaurant
Have you ever been at a restaurant, wine list in hand, feeling lost? “I want to try this one, but I don’t know how to pronounce it… This one sounds nice, but will it go well with my food? Will my dinner guests judge me if I go for a cheaper wine? Do we want […]
Comprehensive Guide to Italian Wine
The ultimate study-guide to the grapes of Italy. While some enjoy a glass of wine, others also enjoy learning about it and being able to share that knowledge. Knowing which wine pairs with different foods, how to store it, when to drink it, the wines origin and history. If that’s you, you’re in luck. A […]
Best Wine Pairings for Your Next Celebration
A bottle of wine can be the highlight of a special occasion, but there are a lot of other elements which will complete the experience and make the time truly memorable. Aside from some good company, drinking wine is lovely when paired with the right, sumptuous food. There may be a lot of rules as […]
Wine 101: Basic Terminology
When it comes to describing why we like red over white, Malbec over CabSav, or even South Australian Shiraz over South African Shiraz, it can be difficult to find the words. We are often well versed in what things look like, sound like, and perhaps even feel like, but our vocabulary for gustatory and olfactory […]
