A fall in demand for French wines, a more competitive market and lingering pandemic problems have hit winemakers in the regions of Bordeaux and Languedoc so hard that the French government will soon pay them US$215 million (AUD$334m) to sell off their surplus—and has set aside other money to help grape-growers shrink their vineyards. Key […]
Luxury champagne brand Veuve Clicquot will host its exclusive one and only “pop up” Hotel Clicquot on the Sunshine Coast from October. Fans of luxury champagne house, Veuve Clicquot, can enjoy the “solaire” lifestyle in Noosa’s exclusive Sunshine Beach this October. It’s the second year that Hotel Clicquot has set on the beachside of Sunshine […]
Some of South Australia’s premium wines from the likes of Penfolds, Henschke, and Rockford have been sold at auction to raise $294,000 for mental health services. The evening event, held at Crown Sydney, featured a range of Barossa’s wines, including offerings from the storied cellars of Penfolds, Henschke, and Rockford. The auction, hosted by MasterChef […]
Riddoch Coonawarra’s Pastoralist Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 has taken out the top gong at the International Wine Challenge – and it hits shelves from June 29. Australian winery Riddoch Coonawarra, located near the South Australian-Victorian border, has had its Pastoralist Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, named the world’s best Cabernet Sauvignon. It won both the Australian and the […]
In an accolade cross-over, the executive chef of a three Michelin-starred Norwegian restaurant is heading to Australia for an exclusive two-day pop-up at Sydney’s two-hatted Berowra Waters Inn. The executive chef of Norway’s three Michelin-starred Maaemo, Jay Boyle, is travelling to Sydney to cook alongside Berowra Waters Inn’s owner and executive chef, Brian Geraghty, on […]
Since its acquisition by Endeavour Group, Krondorf Wines has had a significant facelift. Now, it’s launching its 2023 collection – and making a statement about the exceptional quality of its wines. South Australia’s Barossa Valley has a history as rich as the full-bodied Shiraz, which comes from the vineyards that call it home. One of […]
Sitting on the corner of one of Sydney’s busiest junctions, it’s hard to imagine any establishment could fly under the radar – but that’s exactly what you get from the effortlessly elegant Charles Grand Brasserie & Bar. A true gem from a seemingly bygone era, this European-style dining room and mezzanine offers a sophisticated experience […]
The luxury carmaker will offer exclusive experiences for those wanting to try out a Bentley for the first time, or for existing fans. The new travel series, called ‘Extraordinary Journeys’ is launching this month, with tours across the UK, New Mexico and Scandinavia to begin with, before rolling out more locations later this year. Each […]
The long-awaited opening of the Ritz-Carlton Melbourne has promised to “redefine luxury” in the city, and it doesn’t disappoint. The new luxury hotel may even take the crown as best Melbourne hotel, but only time will tell. The hotel’s designers and planners have been working on the “The Ritz” project for over a decade, and […]
Daniel Ricciardo sits with Forbes Australia to discuss the third edition of his DR3 vintage in collaboration with St Hugo Wines. Daniel Ricciardo is in jeans and a neutral sweater when we meet at the St Hugo Wines in South Australia’s Barossa Valley. He’s as laid back as you see on camera. Though a mask […]