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Best’s high-flying fight against frost
There are some challenges in viticulture that are hard to plan for, and the devastating black frost of 4 November 2017 was one that took its toll. Despite having frost fans set up in the vineyard, the sudden onslaught of a cold burst of air that immediately settled on Best’s Concongella vineyard wiped out a large percentage of our fruit. The resulting 2018 harvest was decimated. If you’ve not heard the story, we wrote about the impact of the frost in a previous post back in early December 2017.
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22/11/2019 at 4:30 PM
PermalinkTwo Best's wines in Halliday's 2019 Top 100
We were thrilled to have two Best’s Wines included in the recent Halliday Top 100, selected from the best of the best in the 2020 Wine Companion. Read on to find out which wines were included.
Continue » 19/11/2019 at 2:08 PMSparkling Shiraz & Raspberry Jelly with Clotted Cream
This festive recipe is from everyone's favourite food icon, Maggie Beer. Our sparkling shiraz is the true hero of this dish, paired with fresh raspberries for a chilled dessert that is sure to be a hit with friends and family on a hot summer night.
Continue » 02/10/2019 at 12:22 PM
Top Sydney Wine Bars and Restaurants
The Emerald City is blessed with abundant natural attractions – that Harbour, that coastline, those parks. But good looks aren’t everything (even in Sydney!) and the NSW capital has long boasted a dynamic wine and food culture. From tiny bars to the iconic and special-occasion restaurants, discover a dazzling array of cuisines and seriously good wine lists compiled by committed and knowledgeable sommeliers. There’s loads to discover in Sydney.
Continue » 28/08/2019 at 3:14 PMAn Australian Tradition: Best’s Sparkling Shiraz
Best's Sparkling Shiraz is enjoyed all year round, but it's particularly great at Christmas time with roast turkey. Discover why this is such a unique Australian wine and why Best's brought it back.
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Comments (1)Eating out in Horsham: Our Local Guide
We’re often asked by visitors to Best’s for our tips about the best places to eat in the local area. Many people travelling through the Grampians also stop off in Horsham, only an hour’s drive from Best’s cellar door. Horsham is the largest town in the Wimmera district, a major historical regional centre situated about halfway between Adelaide and Melbourne on the Western Highway.
Continue » 22/08/2019 at 8:55 AMDoes drinking wine cause headaches?
There are many theories surrounding the effects of wine on wellbeing and health, and we’re often asked by visitors why drinking wine – particularly red wine – can bring on a headache. Apart from the obvious reason (over-indulgence combined with not drinking enough water, perhaps), there are a few factors to consider. Surprisingly, the one component that gets the worst rap is highly unlikely to be the culprit. So sit back, take a couple of aspirin with that large glass of water, and find out what the real culprits might be.
Continue » 15/08/2019 at 2:07 PMBest Wine Bars in Brisbane
Wine, glorious wine! There’s no denying our love for wine bars – the swanky hotel ones, the ones down alleyways behind secret doors, the hipster ones that serve tipples while perched upon milk crates and cushions – they are an ideal way to sample a range of fine wine. In Brisbane especially, with its romantic sandstone architecture and intoxicating endless summer vibes, the love of the grape experience can be found in almost any direction you turn, with passionate restaurateurs and sommeliers ready and willing to impart their thirsty wisdom. From reds to whites and everything in between, Best’s Wines are popping up in venues all around this beautiful town. So here is a snippet of the Best Brisbane restaurants and wine bars (pun intended) where you can sip, swill, pontificate and ponder life over a glass or two of fine wine.
Continue » 08/08/2019 at 2:16 PM2019 Vintage Report
There’s always a collective sigh of relief when the grapes are safely in the winery and our winemaking team can start making the next vintage of Best’s wines. Slightly lower yields in 2019 have resulted in more concentration, but the perfume and persistence of these wines will ensure this is a great vintage in Great Western. Best’s winemaker, Justin Purser, shares his thoughts on vintage 2019.
Continue » 05/06/2019 at 11:48 AMTips to Cellar Wines Under Screw Cap
Hamish Thomson delves into the history of screw caps at Best’s Wines and describes why we made the switch. He also reveals handy tips to cellar your wines sealed under this closure.
Continue » 09/05/2019 at 1:53 PM