The Wine Guild of Victoria Journal
Smoke Taint in Vineyards
Grapevine Varieties in Australia
James Halliday Wine Companion
Few people have more first-hand experience of smoke taint then Jimmy Watson Trophy winner Rebecca Drummond.
In June 2025 the Wine Guild of Victoria travelled to the Grampians District in support of the wineries of the district that were devastated by fire in January of that year. Smoke taint as a result of bush fires can be devastating to a winery as we found when we visited Rebecca at Fallen Giants. You can read more on smoke taint by following the link below.
A great article detailing information about the many different White and Red wine grapes grown in Australia.
Highly informative for even the experienced wine drinker.
Probably the most authoritative compilation of Australian wines is the James Halliday Wine Companion. It is Australia’s leading wine guide, offering expert ratings, reviews, and winery information founded by James Halliday.
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