Singlefile Journal
Singlefile’s stories of craft, place, and people.
Made of the Great Southern.

A Guide to Great Southern Riesling
Dry rieslings have experienced a resurgence due to their fruit purity, hands off winemaking, and their exceptional ageing potential.
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Q&A with 2023 ‘Sommelier of the Year’ Nina Throsby
Read on to find out how Nina discovered the wine industry, her unconventional food and wine pairings and her favourite wines she’s enjoying right now.
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Fumé Blanc - a smoky Sauvignon style achieved by fermenting a proportion of the fruit in oak barrels.
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The Rich History of Cabernet Sauvignon
As the world’s most widely planted wine grape, cabernet sauvignon is distinguished as a truly noble variety. With its origins tracing back to 17th century France, the grape now enjoys a global pres...
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Birdwatching in the Great Southern, and Denmark's Blue Wren Emblem
Alongside the spectacular coastlines, forest hikes and fine wine on offer in the Great Southern region, there are a rich variety of bird species waiting to be discovered.
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Vintage 2023 in the Great Southern
Harvest is officially complete for vintage 2023. After a dry, moderate summer, a cool growing season has resulted in a slower ripening year, with whites coming off the vine nearly three weeks later...
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How to Wrap Christmas Wine Gifts
If you are gifting a bottle of Singlefile wine for Christmas, try our elegant wrapping techniques for a beautiful way to present your bottle! No bottle bags required.
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Do you know your pH from your Total Acidity? In this piece by Claire in Singlefile’s Perth office, we break down some of the common winemaking terms you may see on a bottle or a tasting note, to he...
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Cork versus Screw Cap Closures
Viv has taken a good look at both cork and screwcaps and debunks some of the myths. As she says “To settle this debate for yourself, you only have to decide which of the pros and cons matter to you...
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Sparkling wines - what's in a name?
Champagne, Prosecco, Cava. What do all these different names for sparkling mean? Learn more about the methods behind production of these wines in this insightful blog from Singlefile co-founder Viv...
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