Singlefile Journal
Singlefile’s stories of craft, place, and people.
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Burgundy & Great Southern Chardonnay: Old World Inspiration to New World Expression
Burgundy is the birthplace of the chardonnay grape, and for many wine lovers, remains its spiritual home and the enduring benchmark against which all others are measured. Yet increasingly, conversa...
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Rhône Reds and Their Influence on the Australian Wine Landscape
The Rhône Valley stands among the most historically significant and stylistically influential wine regions in the world. While its scale and complexity can appear daunting, its enduring appeal lies...
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Reflections on Vintage 2026 in the Great Southern
With the final parcels of fruit now safely in the winery, vintage 2026 begins to settle into focus. Shaped by a measured and even growing season, the wines are already showing clarity, balance and ...
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Wine and Smoke: A Guide to Pairing with the Barbecue
Barbecue cooking brings a character all its own to food. Char and caramelisation deepen flavour, intensifying sweetness and savouriness alike. When searching for a wine pairing, it is less about ha...
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The Rise of Alternative Varietals in Western Australia
In recent years, Australian wine lovers have embraced a broader spectrum of grape varieties, often grouped under the banner of alternative varietals. This evolving palate is now reflected in the vi...
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When does wine reach its peak drinking age?
Each wine has a peak drinking age, but there is no exact science to ascertain when that ideal point will arrive. As to when you open the bottle, it’s a big decision. Will the wine have reached its ...
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What's in a Name? The Story of Singlefile's Clément V
One of the most exciting things about wine is that it conveys a story: a tale of place, history, technique and varietal. Singlefile’s Single Vineyard Frankland River Clément V is our tribute to the...
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Rethinking Chardonnay: 5 common misconceptions about this noble grape
Chardonnay is the world’s most widely planted white grape and can be found in most wine regions across the globe. Despite its popularity, it tends to divide opinion—admired by some, dismissed by ot...
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Vintage 2025 in the Singlefile Vineyard
Take a deep dive into the 2025 growing season and harvest at our estate vineyard in Denmark, with Singlefile co-founder and vigneron, Vivienne Snowden.
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Fumé Blanc vs. Sauvignon Blanc
The name ‘fumé blanc' has an air of mystery about it, evoking a sense of tradition and sophistication. You might recognise the crisp, vibrant character of sauvignon blanc, but fumé blanc offers som...
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