WBM Sept / Oct 2019

In the September / October 2019 issue of Wine Business Magazine:

The One-percenters: David Lemire MW

To succeed in the wine business you need to do the small things well. David LeMire MW gives you 20 one-percenters to work on.

An hour with Christian Canute

Christian Canute is carrying on the good work of his parents at Vine Vale, once derided for its wine quality but now a much sought-after patch of the Barossa.

Positivity front and centre

The Australian wine industry downed tools for the Wine Industry Technical Conference and WineTech. The mood was optimistic.

A community effort for the ages

The Barossa Cellar built by the Barons of Barossa and supported by a massive local fundraising drive, got the tick of approval at a sneak preview.

The Workshop: Wynns Black Label
Wynns Black Label is one of the great Australian Cabernet Sauvignons. Sue Hodder tells Tony Love exactly how it’s made.

Where’s the love?

In the digital space, when your customers demonstrate their love for you, it’s worth showing a bit of affection in return. Reports Robin Shaw and Traci Ayris from Wine Tourism Australia.

London stalling

There are indications of some over-stocking in the United Kingdom in preparation for Brexit, which as seen exports start to decline.

Sparkling reds: Dan Traucki

It used to be enjoyed once a year – on Christmas Day, with turkey ­– but sparkling red wine is moving on quickly from that stereotype.

Trade reviews

Mike Bennie and Tyson Stelzer review and score 100 Australian wines: including wines from Teusner, Polperro, Anderson Hill and more.