Wine 101

2024 was a very welcome return to form for much of South Australia thanks to a return to warm and dry conditions. In the Barossa and Clare Valley, significant frost...

2023 was one of the most challenging of recent vintages in many parts of Australia. Starting with the good news, the Hunter Valley season started wet but finished largely dry...

2022 is one of the strongest vintages across Australia in recent years with much of the country enjoying a mild and even ripening season without significant challenges, although cooler conditions...

The La Niña weather patterns from 2020 persisted in 2021 and had a dramatic effect across the country. Western Australia had a challenging season thanks to the generally cool and...

Barolo has taken a little while to catch on. While long considered Italy’s king of wines, it has certainly been a slow burn getting Australian palates on board the Barolo...

Rioja is in the midst of a profound transformation. While global uncertainties shake the wine industry, domestic wine consumption in Spain continues to shrink—and no region feels the effects more...

Let’s uncork this mystery: Bordeaux 2025 (En Primeur 2024 vintage) is turning out to be one of the most compelling campaigns in recent memory—not for blinged-out First Growth fireworks, but...

Selling your cellar collection in Australia and New Zealand requires careful planning, especially if you have bonded wines stored overseas. This guide outlines the key steps to help you maximize...

Christmas is just around the corner, and with the festive spirit in full swing, ensuring your gifts arrive on time is more important than ever. Whether you're sending packages to...

We’re thrilled to announce the lucky winners of our recent promotion! Our “Ultimate Secret Deal Shiraz Mixed Pack” offered customers not only a sensational 12-bottle selection of premium Barossa and...

United Cellars Takes Third Place for Best Use of Customer Retention and Churn Reduction at the Asia eCommerce Awards 2024 We’re excited to announce that United Cellars has achieved third...

Established in 1997 in the Yarra Valley, Giant Steps has built a stellar reputation based on expressive wines with purity and finesse. The winery, founded by wine industry pioneer Phil...