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A Christmas Message from Eddie McDougall
A Christmas reflection from The Flying Winemaker founder Eddie McDougall on wine, nature, tradition, culture, and the...
Field Blend Wine: The Story Behind The Flying Winemaker’s 2020 White
What makes a field blend different? Explore The Flying Winemaker’s 2020 Field Blend White from New Zealand’s Wairarap...
The Flying Winemaker Australia’s Best Prosecco | Award-Winning Glera
The Flying Winemaker’s Prosecco NV was named Best Prosecco at the 2024 Australian Sparkling Wine Show. Discover the c...
Wine in the Sky: How Airlines Choose Wine for Every Cabin
How does wine taste at 35,000 feet? Explore the fascinating world of airline wine selection, from prestige Champagne ...
Hospitality Industry Struggles: Rising Costs, Staffing & Changing Diners
Rising costs, staffing shortages, lower tourism, and changing consumer habits are putting hospitality under pressure....
Pinot Grigio Makeover: Why Australian Pinot Grigio Is Rising
Pinot Grigio is getting a fresh new look in Australia. From King Valley’s vibrant, mineral-driven styles to richer ex...
Australian Wine Returns to China: What It Means for the Market
Australian wine is back in China after punitive tariffs were lifted in March 2024. What does the return mean for impo...
The Flying Winemaker Harvest Report 2024: Margaret River
An early, hot, and dry vintage shaped the 2024 Margaret River harvest. Discover The Flying Winemaker’s take on except...
The Flying Winemaker’s 2024 South Africa Harvest Report
A smaller crop, concentrated berries and an unusually early harvest define The Flying Winemaker’s 2024 South African ...
Meet Kyle Oosterberg: South African Winemaker
Meet Kyle Oosterberg, the Global Director & South African Winemaker at The Flying Winemaker. Discover his journey...
Japanese Wine Regions: Discover Japan’s Hidden Wine Country
From snowy Hokkaido to the vineyards of Yamanashi and Nagano, discover Japan’s hidden wine regions and the unique gra...
Unique Asian Wine Varietals: Discover Asia’s Indigenous Grapes
Asia has a wine story that stretches back thousands of years. Discover unique Asian wine varietals from Japan, China,...