For one night only, on a Saturday night at Geralds Bar I’m bringing together three of the most exciting and hard-to-find Spanish producers I work with: Suertes del MarquésCantalapiedra ViticultoresBendito Destino Three completely different corners of Spain, brought together for one dinner at one of Melbourne’s great Spanish restaurants. What makes this particularly rare is […]
Oxidation is one of the most fascinating techniques in the world of wine. In the right hands, it can bring stability, texture, extraordinary complexity and a distinctive sense of place. Across Europe, generations of winemakers have embraced oxidative handling to create some of the world’s most unique and age-worthy wines. From the remarkable solera system […]
Few regions in the world capture the imagination quite like Ribera del Duero. Home to ancient bush vines, dramatic high-altitude vineyards and traditional field blends, where red and white varieties are planted and fermented together, it produces wines of remarkable character, history and sense of place. I’ve wanted to host this dinner for a long […]
Spain is arguably the most exciting wine region in Europe right now. Across the country, ancient vineyards, dramatic terroirs, and some of the highest-altitude plantings in Europe are producing wines of incredible character and energy. Spanish wine has never looked better. To celebrate, Another Bottle is taking over one of Victoria’s best restaurants, The Surly […]
Over the past 15 years, Jura has gone from a little-known corner of eastern France to one of the most sought-after wine regions in the world. Despite being France’s smallest fine wine region, it produces some of the country’s most distinctive and captivating wines. Situated just an hour from Burgundy and sharing many geological similarities, […]
Another Bottle is taking over Figlia for a special Italian wine dinner showcasing producers from Northern and Central Italy. The evening will feature three growers from the portfolio, all farming organically and biodynamically with a strong focus on sustainable, regenerative viticulture. These wines are deeply personal to Another Bottle, during two years living in Italy, […]
I’m back in Melbourne town next February, so I’m in dire need of drinking some wines from the Jura. I travelled to Jura at the start of October 2025 and it blew me away. It was relaxed, friendly, inclusive and there was always a winemaker around the bar in good venues in town. Come join […]
Clos des Papes was founded in 1896 by Paul Avril in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France. The Avril family, however, has been involved in winemaking in the region since the 18th century. Today, the estate is run by Paul-Vincent Avril, continuing its legacy of producing some of the most highly regarded wines in the Rhône Valley. They produce […]
Join me for an unforgettable evening celebrating the magic of Burgundy, showcasing some of the region’s most iconic names from my private collection. This dinner is a unique opportunity to explore a curated selection of wines that span different styles, from natural expressions to classic benchmarks, offering a rich and varied perspective on this legendary […]
Salu-Salo loosely translates in Tagalog to gathering friends and family to feast. Join us for an evening of celebration as we explore the power of resistance and reclamation and the Filipino diaspora through food, wine and storytelling. Hosted by Bendito Destino, Askal, Another Bottle and Colournary this one-night-only event is more than just a wine […]