Vinodiversity wine information

09/06/2026

Did you know you can order multiple copies of my book Beyond Shiraz at wholesale price? The minimum order is 5 copies $60, or 10 for $110. Then you can sell them at your cellar door, or you can give them as bonuses to your biggest and best customers. Or perhaps you want just one as a reference for yourself or your tasting room staff and visitors. Help me help you sell more alternative varieties.
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31/05/2026

Just updated my list of alternative varieties and producers in the Riverland region
See https://darbyhiggs.substack.com/p/alternative-varieties-in-the-riverland

30/05/2026

Did you know you can download Beyond Shiraz to your phone? It is available as a Kindle eBook. The Kindle app works on most devices. So wherever you are you can look up the deatails of any Aussie wine you encounter.

is an attempt to share the author's excitement about these developments. It builds on material from his earlier work—thoroughly expanded, updated and edited. 190 wine grape varieties used in Australia today are described. You will find familiar names, even Chardy and Cab Sav as well as rare bi...

07/05/2026

Just wrote a post about Adelaide Hills alternative varieties, and producers

Alternative varieties in Australia's hottest cool-climate region.

22/04/2026

I am developing a tool called Variety Match. It is live on my website in Beta at the moment.
Input: What classic variety does the user like?
Output: A few suggested alternatives with brief descriptions. Only a few varieties have been covered so far. It will get bigger and better. Please try it and comment so I can improve it.

A simple app to choose an alternative variety

12/04/2026

a chance for country people to get real representation.

I'm excited to announce I'll be joined by Senator David Pocock in Albury for a special event discussing how independents deliver.

Senator Pocock has successfully negotiated 222 amendments, securing $6.3 billion extra for social and affordable housing and $10 million for small business assistance. His was also the key vote that allowed the passage of Helen Haines MP's National Anti-Corruption Commission, and he continues to push for more transparency in its operations.

More recently, Senator Pocock has led the charge for a 25% tax on gas exports. Gas companies are making billions and Australians are being ripped off - it’s time to make gas companies pay their fair share.

Hear directly from Senator Pocock and myself about how we can turn Farrer independent to deliver real change to our community.

WHEN: Saturday 18th April, 2-4pm
WHERE: Public House Albury

Don’t miss this chance to be part of the conversation - make sure you RSVP for the free event below as spots are limited. See you there!

RSVP: https://actionnetwork.org/events/how-independents-deliver-with-david-pocock-michelle-milthorpe?source=direct_link&

06/04/2026

Latest newsletter from the Vinodiversity Community looks at alternative varietal sparkling wines.

Formerly Darby's Wine Newsletter this publication now supports a community who love alternative varietal wines and who share information about their passion.

06/04/2026

Tannat day is next Tuesday, the 14th. Join the chat to find out about Aussie producers and what others are doing to celebrate.

Next Tuesday, April 14 is Tannat Day. Don't let the Uruguayans have all the fun. There are lots of Aussie producers listed at https://www.vinodiversity.com/tannat.html Which one will you try? Add to this chat, or send it to your stodgy mates who "ONLY DRINK SHIRAZ"

01/04/2026

What is Nebbiolo Bianco?

What is Nebbiolo Bianco? No, it is not a colour variant of the famous Piedmontese red, it is a synonym for the little rascal white variety from the same region, Arneis. My friends at Soumah in the Yarra Valley use this synonym for their Arneis.

30/03/2026

Highly recommend for those who like find interesting wines beyond Shiraz.

Planning a trip to the Geographe region? 🗺️ To ensure we can give you the best "Vineyard28 experience," we highly recommend booking your tastings in advance. This allows us to have your table ready and the wines at the perfect temperature for your arrival.

Head to the "Visit Us" section on our website to secure your time slot.