Elaine Chukan Brown talks about the character of Australian Pinot Noir by Wine Australia

We recently caught up with Jonathan O'Neill from Angove Family Winemakers to discuss opportunities for Australian wine exporters in Japan

We recently caught up with Andrew Tierney from Torbreck in the Barossa Valley to discuss opportunities for Australian wine exporters in South East Asia.

Despite coming off a low base, it was promising to see growth in Australian white wines in the Chinese markets in the twelve months to June 2016. Paul Byron talks about the potential for Australian white wine in this key market covering climate, cuisine and the need for education.

At the recent Asian Cultural Workshop, hosted by Wine Australia in Adelaide, attendees learnt how taking advantage of this potential will require patience, commitment and consistency from the Australian wine community. Paul Byron talks about the practical implications of this in conducting business in China.

One of the challenges we face often in dealing with Asian business partners is that of languages and cultures. Australia’s wine markets have traditionally been Anglo and European countries, but Asia, as you can imagine, can be totally different from what you know. There are many elements to consider when discussing cultural sensitivity in Asia. One is the degree of homogeneity; second, spotting the national characteristics; and third, communication style. Hiro Tejima, Wine Australia’s Head of Market for Asia Pacific, discusses these important elements in this short talk.

The Barossa is known around the world as one of the world's great wine regions. Shiraz is the hero variety most associated with the region but some of Australia's finest Cabernet Sauvignon is made in the Barossa. The Barossa is even home to what is thought to be the oldest continuously producing Cabernet Sauvignon vines in the world at Penfolds Kalimna vineyard. In our latest podcast Cameron Ashmead, Co-Managing Director at Elderton Wines, talks about the joys of this underrated variety.

With over 200 years of viticulture and winemaking, Australia has a rich wine, vine and family history to explore. Australia offers distinguished sites, the wealth of some of the oldest vines on the planet and multi-generational families whose long-standing dedication provides inspiration, leadership and custodial care of Australia’s most precious vines and wines.

One of Australia’s newer wine regions, Orange is at the heart of one of the most beautiful areas in New South Wales. Orange and the surrounding areas is gaining a growing reputation for delicious produce thanks to the cool climate and rich volcanic soils, including stone fruits and sheep’s cheeses to mushrooms and superb #aussiewine.

On April 8, 2014, Australia signed a free trade agreement with the Republic of Korea, known as KAFTA, an agreement which came in to force on December 12, 2014. This was followed by the Japan-Australia Economic Partnership Agreement, known as JAEPA, which entered into force on January 15, 2015.

Hiro Tejima, Wine Australia's Head of Market for Asia Pacific, discusses the impact of these agreements for Australian wineries. Have these agreements excited and reinvigorated these markets? Are there greater opportunities for Australian wineries in these markets?