Blog posts
Wine Club Changes
As of today, our Wine-club changes kick in. Some will be aware that the government recently implemented changes to the law around the sale...
Startling Surprise, different glasses
A familiar quandary in our household... what glass to use for which wine? After Katie's Masterclass with Riedel glassware, we bit the bullet and bought...
A picnic with friends, Beatles music, and good wine & food
Last night, as part of the Wellington Summer City Festival, we went with our friends Dave & Amy White to the ASB Gardens Magic Concert...
Okay, we are a bit late but we have now joined the world of blogging!
Welcome to our new blog site where we will share our personal musings, opinions, and erratic thoughts into the wonderful world of wine and beer. Several different...
Think local – Drink local
At Wineseeker we pride ourselves in stocking local producers, both beer and wine. For me, the best of Wellington beer lies in the careful and...
The Age(ing) of Riesling
Some wine myths deserve to be busted. Many will know that I have been a long-time fan of Riesling. If you’ve been (un)lucky enough to...
Do Riedel wine specific glasses actually make a real difference for wine enjoyment?
This question has plagued me unanswered until recently. I have been a sceptic. Really, how much does a glass’ shape and size really matter? In...
Wine & Food Match Test #1: Seared Duck Breast with Cherries & Port Sauce with Marques De Riscal Rioja Reserva 2006
The other night, I was wanting to create a lovely romantic dining experience at home for my husband and I. So I whipped out the...
Wine Match Test: Maple glazed spiced Salmon with Pineapple Salsa with Alpha Domus “The Wingwalker” Viognier 2010
My original Wine Match Impression: Maple glazed salmon with spices and pineapple salsa — tricky wine match but I would go with a Viognier which...