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Australian Prosecco banned in New Zealand, wrath of Australia: «Clarification requested»
Australia does not like the New Zealand government’s decision to ban the sale of Australian Prosecco on its territory within the next five years. Thanks to an agreement with the European Union for the protection of Italian sparkling wine with a Registered Designation of Origin (DOC), Australian producers will no longer be able to export…
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New Zealand, goodbye to Australian Prosecco within five years
Thanks to a bilateral agreement negotiated by the European Union, Prosecco will be officially recognised in New Zealand as a trademark and protected geographical indication. In fact, the European trademark office emphasised the «undisputed reputation of the Prosecco Doc in the consumer’s perception, amply documented by the Consortium». «Enough – continues the EU office –…
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Shiraz or Syrah: the reasons for the success of Australia’s quintessential red wine
There is the Syrah. And then there is the Australian Shiraz. A wine that, with its style, has broken hearts around the world. Thanks to its generous fruit and characteristic spiciness. A real treasure for Australia, a country where it can now be considered an indigenous grape variety. In fact, it was one of the…
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Fifty years of Australian Chardonnay in 8 labels: the “days of wood” are over
It was 1972 when Australia‘s first ‘pure’ Chardonnay made its market debut. In fifty years of history, Australia’s most iconic white wine has moved through fashions and trends. It has been caressed by butter and the toasty notes of French Chardonnay, aged in wood. Today, it leads the international market with its own recognisable style.…