Huon Hooke
Organic and biodynamic wine claims questioned
Certified producers say some winemakers and sellers are playing fast and loose with their claims of sustainability.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Mar 01 00:15:00 EST 2016
Wine guide: A lighter-bodied De Bortoli Villages chardonnay shows great drinkability
A lovely lighter bodied chardonnay of great drinkability is our wine of the week
Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Feb 16 10:21:30 EST 2016
New owners for Sydney International Wine Competition
After nearly 40 years, an unusual wine event involving food matching has changed hands.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Feb 16 00:52:00 EST 2016
Times are changing in Spain's Rioja wine region
Winemakers in Spain's Rioja aim to change the region's reputation as the home of cheap wine.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Feb 02 00:15:00 EST 2016
Best Australian wines of 2015
Births, deaths, openings and closings, the Good Food wine writers reflect on the year and share their top wines of 2015.
Drink | Jeni Port, Ralph Kyte-Powell, Huon Hooke, Cathy Gowdie | Tue Dec 15 00:30:00 EST 2015
Huon Hooke: wine guide
Warm seasons have produced some rich and satisfying wines.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Dec 08 11:09:07 EST 2015
Matching wines to food on Christmas Day
No one follows traditional rules of wine matching these days, but there are a few tricks to picking a top tipple for the Christmas table.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Dec 08 09:00:00 EST 2015
Nick O'Leary wins NSW Wine of the Year for the second time
Back-to-back wins came as a "huge surprise" to the boutique winemaker.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Nov 17 00:00:00 EST 2015
What we're drinking: Alcohol trends of 2015
Gin's stocks are rising, beer is waning and shiraz and sauvignon blanc are stronger than ever. Huon Hooke casts an eye over the year's drink trends.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Tue Sep 08 00:00:00 EST 2015
Hoddles Creek Estate Chardonnay 2014
A tight palate and aromas of grapefruit help this good-value chardonnay deliver.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Aug 17 11:01:06 EST 2015
Tscharke Matching Socks Marananga Touriga 2014
Primal aromas make this deep, dark red the perfect pair for a grilled steak.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Aug 17 11:01:08 EST 2015
Trumer Pils
This light-coloured pilsener, from Salzburg, is very quaffable with a more-ish finish.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Aug 17 11:01:20 EST 2015
Three Dark Horses Grenache 2013
A sweet and spicy red with notes of chocolate that's already very enjoyable.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Aug 17 11:01:10 EST 2015
Chateau de Montfaucon Cotes du Rhone red 2012
A sweet and ripe blend of five grape varieties which is appealing for its balance.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Aug 17 11:01:12 EST 2015
Weingut Stadt Krems Schieferterrassen Reserve Riesling 2013
A complex and fruity white with a rich palate and aromas of mango and pawpaw.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Aug 17 11:01:14 EST 2015
Reynella Basket Pressed Shiraz 2013
Though young, this shiraz is concentrated, powerful and persistent: perfect for the cellar.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Aug 17 11:01:17 EST 2015
Rosily Vineyard Chardonnay 2014
An appealing lightness and a straw-like bouquet make this white a great pair for a laksa.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Aug 17 11:01:19 EST 2015
St Agnes luxury brandy has golden touch
The 40-year-old Grand Reserve St Agnes brandy bottle has a gold-plated neck, base and stopper. And what’s inside is golden too.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Thu Aug 06 12:52:03 EST 2015
Maxwell Little Demon Shiraz Grenache 2014
Powerful, ripe flavours give this floral-scented red blend amazing value.
Drink | Huon Hooke | Mon Aug 03 10:54:50 EST 2015
