What Is Double Decanting? Double decanting is a term that we’ve heard a lot of on social media, particularly with clips of people using no-spill carafes to make it all look so simple without spillage. We at The Wined Up wanted…
Japanese Wine – Really?! Let’s start with a confession: until recently, we didn’t even know Japan made wine. Like, actual grape wine, not sake. And it’s not just us. When people think of Japan, they think sushi, ramen, and sake—but…
Picture this: it’s a hot day, you’ve got friends over, and the wine you forgot to chill is sitting there at room temperature. Disaster, right? But don’t stress! There are some dead-simple ways to chill that bottle down fast so…
If you’ve been around the block in Australian office culture, you know that after-work drinks were once a big deal. Picture this: 4:00 pm on a Friday, your co-worker cracks open a can of VB and hands you one with a grin.…
When it comes to wine, your sense of smell is your superpower. Whether you’re sniffing out the juicy fruit in a Shiraz or the oaky notes of a Chardonnay, the aromas in a wine tell its story. But let’s be…
Sake, Japan’s national beverage, holds a special place in both Japanese culture and the hearts of drinkers worldwide. Often referred to as “rice wine,” sake is a drink with a rich history and a unique production process. The Wined Up…
Earlier this year we spent some time in jail. We weren’t there due to a crime. We were there to drink wine! It was a buck’s party that Trent organised in Pentridge Prison, Victoria Australia. This prison had been converted into a luxury hotel…
If you have not been to Beechworth wineries, Victoria, we recommend you add it to your bucket list! Located within a historic town, nestled in the northeastern corner of Victoria, Australia. It is a hidden gem renowned for its cool…
Introduction There are more and more ‘no-alcohol’ or ‘low alcohol’ wines appearing on store shelves, advertising, and social media feeds. It feels like this explosion in no/low alcohol wines appeared over the last 2 – 3 years with brands such as…
What is a wine fridge or wine cooler? UPDATE: After 12 months of owning the 35 bottle wine fridge that I purchased below, there is only one regret. I should have bought a larger capacity wine fridge (i.e. 100+ bottles)!…