Singlefile Blog
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Why is the truffle so covetable?
Did you know the truffle season is at its peak in the Australian winter? As one of Mother Nature’s most splendid gifts, fresh truffles shine brightly on restaurant menus and at gourmet food stores at this time of year. So what is the truffle and why is it so covetable? Read more about this curious tuber and which wines work best with its distinctive flavour. Continue »
04/07/2017 at 8:30 AM
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What is Terroir Anyway?
Western Australia’s Great Southern region is well acclaimed for its diverse landscapes and topography. This unique environmental context, otherwise known as “terroir”, affects Singlefile’s winemaking craft greatly, enough that we’d like to tell you the story of how terroir affects the wine that ends up in your glass. We picked the brain of Singlefile’s Patrick Corbett to find out more about this French term that’s become a buzzword on the wine scene and in its peripheral pockets around the world. Continue »
15/06/2017 at 6:00 AM
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All About the Frankland Region
Singlefile’s pursuit of excellence is supported by its commitment to the Great Southern region. If biggest is best, then this region wins the trophy. Australia’s largest wine region is home to five diverse subregions that yield premium fruit across a wide sweep of varieties – Riesling from Mount Barker and Porongurup; Chardonnay from Denmark and Cabernet Sauvignon from Frankland River. Continue »
10/05/2017 at 9:11 AM
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Singlefile's Patrick Corbett gives us the Vintage Wrap Up
With the 2017 harvest under way, Singlefile’s Patrick Corbett has been living the life of a pirate – this fantastic article “The Pirate Life of Winemakers During Harvest”, (see below) provides comic enlightenment on the pace of a winemaker’s life at vintage. And below is an update on the state of the fruit from the Great Southern harvest. Continue »
04/05/2017 at 3:17 PM
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Rhône Reds and their influence on the Australian Wine Scene
On the international wine scene, the Southern Rhône is one of the giants. Why? Find out out by reading Singlefile’s article, Rhône Reds 101. Continue »
10/04/2017 at 4:00 PM
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Top things to do in Denmark this Autumn
When planning your trip to the Great Southern region this autumn, you’ll be
spoiled for choice – and we don’t just mean the tasting line-up at our cellar door
(although, of course, that’s a must!). Denmark is a Top Tourist Town winner and
it’s easy to see why… from adventure walks to rock fishing and fine dining, a very
wide spectrum of travel itineraries are possible for your precious holiday time in
and around the Great Southern. Continue »
07/04/2017 at 9:17 AM
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Top Adelaide Wine Bars
Are you ready for another city? We’ve covered Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Queensland Wine Bars, and next on Singlefile’s radar is a flourishing food and wine destination. Adelaide is on fire with its late-night bars, on-trend restaurants and fresh dining spaces. Allow us to talk you through the best places to relish a wine or two in this cultural hotspot. Continue »
16/03/2017 at 2:15 PM
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2017 Vintage Update
It’s nearly crunch, or should we say, “crush” time at Singlefile. The 2017 harvest is just around the corner, with Denmark showing good development and steady ripening in response to the warmer temperatures. Most vineyards are expecting a later harvest this year, perhaps two or more weeks later than last year, which means late March or early April for Chardonnay in the Great Southern. Here’s a quick rundown on how we’re shaping up for Vintage 2017. Continue »
13/02/2017 at 4:29 PM
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Meet Gracie, Singlefile's Winery Dog
We’re big dog lovers at Singlefile – and our most beloved is certainly our winery dog Gracie, who is particularly crucial to Singlefile’s winemaking process. Gracie features on page 20 of the Wine Dogs Australia (fourth edition) and is quite a star. Find out more about how Gracie fits into life at Singlefile in this special Q&A, with answers provided by Gracie’s parents, Viv and Phil Snowden. Continue »
05/02/2017 at 2:30 PM
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Meet the Corbetts
Patrick and Pam Corbett are the co-owners of Singlefile Wines, with Patrick leading the way as CEO and Pam the driving force behind the running of the business. With two young children, both their lives are very full. Get to know more about the Corbetts by reading this Q&A. Continue »
01/01/2017 at 1:30 PM
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