Fresh Food Merchant X Austin’s
Get Fresh with Austins Recently we have all found ourselves in a situation where we have really had to adapt and change the way our businesses operate. We are all working hard to ensure our businesses stay open and we…
An Insiders Guide to Rent a Vine; Pinot Noir Tasting
Rent a Vine Workshop: Pinot Noir Tasting by Eliesha Rae What do hunting polar bears in the Arctic Circle, rock climbing in full drag, and winemaking all have in common? It’s no secret that you’re more likely to meet like…
What does “clone” mean when it comes to wine?
What is a clone and what are pinot noir clones? So what does clone mean when it comes to wine? The English word clone is based on a Greek word for twig and refers to the practice of generating a…
Cheers to 2019 at Austin’s Wines!
As 2019 quickly comes to a close, we reflect on the year it’s been and prepare for another big year in 2020. We certainly don’t do things slowly at Austin’s, although this year has been a year full of preparation…
A Guide to Australian Riesling Wine
We have a sweet spot for Australian Riesling wine at Austin’s and in our latest blog we demystify some of the myths about this unsung variety. Riesling – The King of Wine Riesling, known as the King of Wines…
INTRODUCING… AUSTIN’S RENT A VINE
Love wine but always eager to learn more? Always dreamed of making your own wine? Keen to learn directly from a winemaker? Here’s one to tick off the bucket list! Take your interest in wine to the next level with…
Our New Look is Here!
The time is finally here, where our hard work behind the scenes is coming to fruition. Austin’s & Co. as you have known it for the past few years, has been given a face lift, as we rebrand our signature…
Our results for the 2020 Halliday Wine Companion
5 red star winery – again! We have maintained our 5 red star winery rating for the third year running. What does this mean? Outstanding winery regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity. Will have at least two wines…
Climate Change in the Moorabool Valley
We’ve done the digging on climate change If the media coverage in the last few weeks is anything to go by, you could be forgiven for thinking that it’s only the latte-sipping, avocado munching, city dwellers that are crying foul…
Our Fast and Furious 2019 Vintage
Life never seems to slow down at Austin’s. Our Chief Winemaker, John experienced his 41st vintage in 2019 in his finest form, our Winemaker, Duncan Lowe somehow managed to juggle life with a nearly 2 year-old and long vintage nights still…