Licence to chill: a sommelier’s guide to chilled red wine
Light, crunchy and quenching a thirst. SAMANTHA PAYNE makes a case for drinking chilled red wine this summer.
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Top drops: An expert’s best tannic wines for March
Texture is the word on the street, says NED GOODWIN as tannic wines take the spotlight.
A sommelier’s guide to the best cellar doors in Australia
Wine columnist and sommelier SAMANTHA PAYNE rounds up her favourite cellar door experiences across Australia's best wine regions.
The top drinks wine experts are sipping this holiday season
From unexpected new releases to familiar favourites, and something extra special that’s worth the splurge.
Our expert summer drinks guide for 2023
Sommelier SAMANTHA PAYNE presents her expert guide to cool, thirst-quenching tipples for a long, hot Australian summer.
Raise the bar: 8 gins with fascinating flavours to explore in your next tipple
From revered local makers and award-winning distilleries abroad.
Sun, sand and local spirits – how Manly Spirits Gin captures the Australian essence
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The best Champagne bottles and different Champagne styles
It’s time to pop a cork for party season. But not all bubbles are created equal, explains Champagne champion SAMANTHA PAYNE. Here’s what you need to know.
Shake up whisky on the rocks with these cool cocktail recipes
We’re turning scotch into a summer refreshment.
Papa Salt gin by Margot Robbie and friends is our new favourite summer drink
With the launch of Papa Salt Gin, Margot Robbie and her kindred drinking buddies join the league of Hollywood heavyweights to diversify into drinks.