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Fun, frivolous, fresh, fruity. That’s how most of us think about rosé: a wine best drunk on a warm day, without much thought, when it’s young, a year or so after vintage. 

Richard van Ruth responds to Adelaide Hills winemaker’s request to Agriculture Minister to set a timeline for the appointment of a permanent chair of Wine Australia.

With the footprint of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia continuing to expand, the national wine industry sustainability program has formed a Board to support the next phase of its evolution.

While any time of year is perfect for a visit, the arrival of cooler winter temperatures brings its own unique magic to Australia's oldest wine region

Some destinations look great on Instagram, while others completely change the way you think about travel. The Hunter Valley is firmly in the second category. 

NSW Wine was joined at NSW Parliament House last night by restaurants, bars, clubs and other hospitality venues from across the state to see who would take home top honours at this year’s NSW Sommelier’s Wine List Awards.

“Global wine consumption has been declining, consumer behaviors are changing, cost pressures are increasing,” Dr. Cole went on. “Geopolitical uncertainties, tariffs, and market access requirements are also impacting international trade. On top of that, we have our own problem of an oversupply in stock and a structural oversupply in terms of the vines as well.”

Wine has long been one of Australia’s key exports; however, the industry is facing a challenging period with export volumes recently hitting a 22-year low.

Established in 1975, the National Wine Show of Australia is held annually at Exhibition Park in Canberra. Organised by the Royal National Capital Agricultural Society, the show has served as a benchmark for Australian winemaking quality for five decades.

While any time of year is perfect for a visit, the arrival of cooler winter temperatures brings its own unique magic to Australia's oldest wine region

Australia notably secured 85 top-tier medals including five of the 50 available Best in Show titles, with South Australia leading the national medal tally at 32 top-tier medals.

The medal and trophy winners of the 2026 International Wine Challenge (IWC) have been selected, with Australia performing incredibly well

The 54th show featured 69 exhibitors and 652 entries, judged over three days at Singleton Showground, assisted by the School of Infantry and led by a panel chaired by Toni Paterson MW. Merrick Watts hosted the luncheon as master of ceremonies and Dr Jamie Goode from the UK was welcomed as international judge.

Generating renewable energy and letting sheep naturally slash vines and fertilise the soil is how See Saw organic winery tries to boost both sustainability and profit.

Sixteen Hunter Valley producers have been recognised with trophies at the 2026 PKF Hunter Valley Wine Show, celebrating the strength and diversity of one of Australia’s most historic wine regions.

Independent Member for Mayo Rebekah Sharkie – whose electorate covers the wine regions of Adelaide Hills, Currency Creek and McLaren Vale – has urged the Australian Government to provide urgent support to the embattled wine industry.

Because a good red wine in winter does something magical.

And honestly, the Hunter Valley was made for this season.

Australian drinks retailing giant Endeavour Group has announced that it is set to reduce its grape production by 80%