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The Rising Popularity of Organic Wine, and Why You Should Try It!

By Matthew Gerard on Nov 08, 2021

Organic wine may just be better for your health and the environment.   It is no surprise that the organic food and drinks industry has expanded substantially over the years. With sales growing at an immense ...

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The 3 Tips to Remember When Choosing Wine to Cellar

By Matthew Gerard on Nov 01, 2021

Whether you drink your wine young or prefer to let it age, a climate-controlled environment is essential to protect your wine from spoiling.   1.Component balance The most integral factor when choosing a win...

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5 Ways to Enjoy Your Wine

By Matthew Gerard on Oct 04, 2021

Growing your collection of fine wine is a process that may take years of searching and tasting to perfect – but are you allowing your bottles to reach their complete potential?   Although you may have been e...

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The Exciting New Tool for Finding Your Perfect Wine

By Matthew Gerard on Sep 27, 2021

Whether you are looking to find a wine that really speaks your language or develop your knowledge through discovering something new, Grand Cru Wines’ exciting new Wine Concierge tool is simply a must try for...

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How to Choose the Right Wine Glass

By Matthew Gerard on Sep 20, 2021

Did you know the shape of your wine glass actually impacts the taste of the wine?  This is because different wine glass shapes impact the density and positioning of wine vapours. Vapours are important for t...

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Why is Organic Wine So Popular?

By Matthew Gerard on Aug 23, 2021

Organic and biodynamic wine sales have experienced incredible growth in recent years, with sales increasing by a staggering 50% each year according to Wine Australia. If you’re wondering what is prompting th...

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Wineries of Western Australia's Margaret River

By Matthew Gerard on Aug 02, 2021

Western Australia’s Margaret River wine region produces an incredible 25% of Australia’s premium wine range. The region is home to over 200 vineyards, each with distinct microclimates producing unique wines ...

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Sustainability Sits at the Heart of Dogrock Winery

By Matthew Gerard on Jun 18, 2021

Nestled in the heart of Victoria’s Pyrenees region is Dogrock Winery, a small yet mighty producer of some of the country’s most revered sustainably produced wines.  With a 5-red star Halliday rating and Cert...

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You Had Me At Merlot

By Matthew Gerard on Apr 21, 2021

Whether you are a red wine drinker or just a general wine lover, you no doubt have a soft spot for the medium bodied, ruby red wonder that is Merlot. Like you, the team at Grand Cru is a loyal fan of this po...

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The Best Alcoholic Drinks for Summer

By Matthew Gerard on Dec 22, 2020

As summer quickly draws closer and we all start preparing to say goodbye to a year filled with many obstacles, there is no better way to celebrate than drinks with friends and family. During the winter, ther...

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To Age Or Not To Age?

By Matthew Gerard on Nov 02, 2020

When browsing the aisles of our local bottle shop looking for our next bottle of wine, we often purchase with one goal in mind – to drink that bottle as soon as the appropriate occasion arises. However, not ...

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Wine Lovers, It’s Time To Take Your Palate On a Trans-Tasman Trip.

By Matthew Gerard on Oct 30, 2020

New Zealand may be seen as our smaller sibling, but that does not mean that our friends across the ditch go unnoticed. In fact, our Kiwi counterparts are well-known for a number of things – think manuka hone...

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