WBM September / October 2022

In the September / October 2022 issue of Wine Business Magazine:

Industry issues

Cursed. But as luck would have it, opportunities around. It’s easy to get downhearted about everything we face as an industry, but there’s no time for negativity. There’s too much to do. Words by David LeMire MW.

An hour with Sheralee Davies

They’re on a roll in Tasmania – so much so that demand outstrips supply and the best part is it’s all premium. How did they do it? And what does the future hold? Katie Spain went there to find out.

It’s a big yes for NOLO

‘In reality, they are not likely to succeed in eliminating alchol, but restricted purchasing and higher taxes are definitely on the ‘to do’ list.’ Reports Larry Lockshin.

Wolf Blass Foundation

Branding. Don’t be shy. Learn about the research that the Wolf Blass Foundation is generously supporting at the University of South Australia.

SAM is heading south again

The Southern Annular Modulation is determined to go south again as the Australian spring arrives. In south-eastern Australia that means another summer of cool south-easterly winds.

Club you up the right way

We all like to feel part of something special – like a wine club. And the benefits for your winery go way beyond DTC sales. Reports Tash Stoodley, director of Savvy Comms.

Nourish to flourish

Sustainability has been the wind word on everyone’s lips. But is it enough. Tony Love reports on regenerative viticulture.

Rivers of gold

‘Once again Riverland Budburst 2022 amply demonstrated that the region’s boutique wine producers are early adopters of new, climate change-friendly varieries and they make them into truly outsanding emerging variety wines.’ Dan Traucki writes.

So, what are you thinking?

So, what’s going through your head? What are you doing to remain relevant in the face of a multitude of challenges? WBM asked some industry leaders those questions.

Trade Reviews:

Mike Bennie and Tyson Stelzer review and score 50 Australian wines each: including wines from Bellebonne, Kreglinger, Riversdale Estate and more.