Knappstein Clare Valley 1878 Transcendence Riesling 2025 scores 94 points from Tyson Stelzer in WBM. “The Knappstein team have done well to identify parcels of freshness, vibrancy and low pH, preserving purity and energy through long, cold fermentation to produce a Riesling of tension and endurance, even in the extreme drought of the hot and sunny 2025 season. Kaffir lime, wild lemon, lemon myrtle and lemon grass are the themes of a style of focus and purity with all the power and presence of a warm season, cut with natural acidity. A standout of the vintage with a medium-term future before it.” $70. @knappsteinclare @clarevalleywineandgrape @tyson_stelzer #freshness #vibrancy 👏👏

Hewitson Mother Vine Molopole Barossa Valley Shiraz 2022 scores 95 points from Mike Bennie. “As they hope for, the old-vine authority meets elegance and detail of fruit, spice, judicious oak seasoning and savouriness to be found in this wine. Forest berries, stewed and fresh, liquorice, dark chocolate, clove spice, lavender florals and earthy undertones roll through a concentrated yet remarkably composed palate. Supple, pillowy tannins and orangey freshness keep everything in balance. A deeply impressive Shiraz that marries power, place and poise with distinction.” $90. @hewitsonwines @barossawines @mikebennie101 #elegance #detail #balance #95 😊

Sisu Tasmania Chardonnay 2024 scores 94 points from Mike Bennie in WBM. “A tearaway producer right now, showing us a lot of flex. A focused, energetic Chardonnay where citrus and white stone fruit meet subtle nougat and hazelnut complexity. The palate combines freshness with filigree to texture, revealing a wine that feels vibrant, savoury, cool fruited and complete. Elegant and composed, it delivers on a promise of fancy. And then some.“ $55. @sisuwines @winetasmania @mikebennie101 #focused #energetic #elegant #composed 😊😊

Family ownership remains the most important model in the wine industry, especially when we look at who is making great wine and building value. The missing piece at times for these businesses is access to capital. David LeMire MW reports in the latest edition of WBM — Australia’s Wine Business Magazine. @dlemiremw #WBM #Wine #Australia

Winegrapes Australia has achieved B Corp Certification with an overall B Impact Score of 96.7, well above the threshold required. “Achieving a verified B Impact Score of 96.7 demonstrates that our commitment to sustainability extends well beyond the vineyard,” GM Paula Newman said. “It reflects the strength of our governance, the way we support our growers and regional communities, and our commitment to operating transparently and responsibly across the entire business.” Full story on the WBM site. #governance #sustainability #community #stewardship #grapegrowing