Whisky tasting reveals depth and aging myths
The article describes a whisky tasting led by William P. Bergius of Williams Brothers, with Canberran attendees sampling seven whiskies including lowland and highland malts and blends. It covers age statements, regional styles, judging color and aroma, and notes on maturation, while recounting Bergius’s explanations and audience questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Ford
Canberra
Amd
Bergius
Scotch
Scotland
France
Bergis
Berpius
In praise of Goulburn Valley wine region in Germany
The author argues climate limits produce only great whites or reds at extremes, while mid zones yield both. Bordeaux whites rival its reds, Bourgogne’s whites are highly priced though Burgundy is famed for red. Australia’s Goulburn Valley shows potential for both red and white wines, despite low national prominence. The river source lies in the Great
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Bordeaux
Bourgogne
Australia
Goulburn
Victor
Australian wine region notes and famed vineyards discussed
The piece surveys the Dividing Range country around Victoria, praising Mitchelton Tahbilk and other producers for reds and whites. It notes climate benefits, gold medals as one measure, and hints at uneven vintages with wish for broader recognition of wines like Marsanne and Pinot Blanc from Mitchelton and Tahbilk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Griffith
Additon
Mitchelton
Tabbilk
Onicka
Australia
Michelson
Chateau Latour
Romane-Conti
Chateau Latoau
Borden
Romas -Onti
Penfold
St Henri
Penfold's
Howrer
Grange
Chateau TaNbilk
Mitcelton
Aif
Mitchelton Winery
Breathing and wine serving tips for older reds
The article explains breathing wine before serving, noting older red wines may benefit from shorter air exposure, while white wines need little or none. It discusses sediment, serving temperatures, glass shapes, and practical tips from a Canberra Times feature on a no nonsense wine guide with general advice on when and how to aerate and enjoy wine.
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The
Canberra Times
Rothbury Estate
Celesus
Crown Corning
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Bill Belgius
Withiam
Turner
Albert Rodda
Hhe
Canberra Rex Hotel
William P. Bergius
Williams Teacher and Sons
Rales
North
Central America
New Zealand
Berwivy
Bill
USA
Glastein
Austria
Goulburn Valley
Germany
Dan Murphy
Melbourne
Chateau Tahbilk
Asia
Bettef
Barossa
Hunter
Europe
Elizarp Jubilee Port
Aviva
Kaiser Stuhl Chateau
Kaiser Stuhl
Barossa Valley
Uelu Taten
Burg
Loch
Riesling
Pokolbin
Hite Frontigna
Harris
Captain Cook
Cres, Manuka
Gwarra
GRACE
Salighon
Shiraz
the Wine Barn Pty Ltd
Newcastle St
Fradwick
Act
Wyndham
Ory Porting At
Per Bolt
Bert
Thomas Hardy
Pote
Demis
Hardys
Wass Oe
Hermitage
Andy Sar
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