Ten villages, ten terroirs, ten unique expressions of Gamay. Beaujolais is more than just a region, it's a 'mosaic' of these distinct Crus, each crafting Gamay wines of remarkable character. Explore the diverse soils and microclimates that shape these exceptional wines, from the volcanic slopes of Côte de Brouilly to the sandy soils of Fleurie, … Continued
Join Sommeliers Australia for an exclusive webinar designed to help you craft a standout submission for the 2025 Australia's Wine List of the Year Awards. Hosted by Nicola Reid (Sommeliers Australia), this session will feature expert insights from Rob Hirst OAM (Director, WLOTY), Toni Paterson MW (Deputy Chair of Judges, WLOTY), Brian Chase Olsen (Blend … Continued
This masterclass will take you on a journey to the lush, green region in northwest Spain, where its winemaking heritage is shaped by its rugged coastline, diverse terroir, and the dedication of generations of vintners. Sommeliers Australia Host, Serena Carl (Dan Murphys), will guide you through the rising stars of Galician varieties, including Albariño, Treixadura, … Continued
Imagine having a sibling rivalry with an omnipresent heavy-hitter? Well, Aligoté, the oft-overlooked little sibling to Chardonnay, takes that mantle. But, the landscape is changing in both Burgundy, and more recently in Australia. Aligoté, the 'other white grape' of Burgundy, is steadily emerging from the shadow of its sibling. In this masterclass, hosted by Wiremu … Continued
Join us at Cru Bar in Brisbane for a casual meet-and-greet with Chris Entwistle and Marcel Thomson, who lead our Queensland committee. Members and non-members welcome. Connect with fellow industry professionals, and learn about Sommeliers Australia’s initiatives and events in Queensland for 2025, and discover how you can get involved. You do not need to … Continued
Blind tasting is one of the most effective ways to refine your palate, but it often comes with challenges - it can be expensive, time-consuming, and intimidating. To make blind tasting more accessible, Sommeliers Australia has recently introduced a dedicated tasting group in Adelaide. These sessions have already proven to be highly successful, providing a … Continued
Tasting wines blind is the best way to improve your palate. But three things often stand in the way - it can be costly, it takes up time, and it can be intimidating. Our monthly blind tasting sessions eliminate all of these obstacles, because for 1 hour it's just between you and what's in the … Continued
Tasting wines blind is the best way to improve your palate. But three things often stand in the way - it can be costly, it takes up time, and it can be intimidating. Our monthly blind tasting sessions eliminate all of these obstacles, because for 1 hour it's just between you and what's in the … Continued
Due to the success of our blind tasting groups operating interstate, Queensland is now launching a blind tasting group series, beginning May 2025. Tasting wines blind is the best way to improve your palate. But three things often stand in the way - it can be costly, it takes up time, and it can be … Continued
Tasting wines blind is the best way to improve your palate. But three things often stand in the way - it can be costly, it takes up time, and it can be intimidating. Our monthly blind tasting sessions eliminate all of these obstacles, because for 1 hour it's just between you and what's in the … Continued
Join Sommeliers Australia host, Foni Pollitt (Mayfair Lane Pub & Dining Room), and guest speaker David Moulton (Cape Mentelle) for this viticultural masterclass offering a deep dive into Margaret River’s unique soils, the influence of vine age, and their impact on winemaking. Explore key viticultural factors before tasting V25 Chardonnay barrel samples from different sites across … Continued
Warriors of Wine returns to Sydney on Sunday 25 May for a unique and interactive dining experience, bringing together three top Sydney sommeliers in a friendly yet competitive challenge. We are delighted to announce this year's competitors: Eduardo Fritis-Lamora (Shell House) Mimi Mrazikova (Aria) Hanna Brugnolli (Rockpool) Over a three-course lunch, each ‘warrior’ will carefully select and … Continued
Warriors of Wine returns to Melbourne on Sunday 1 June for a unique and interactive dining experience, bringing together three top Melbourne sommeliers in a friendly yet competitive challenge. We are delighted to announce this year's competitors: Christina Kaigg-Hoxley (67 Pall Mall) Barney Reilly (Cutler) Bonnie Spain (Marmelo) Over a three-course lunch, each ‘warrior’ will … Continued
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