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Coopers to become Australia's largest brewer!
Date Published: 22/09/2011 Coopers Brewery says SABMiller’s expected takeover of Foster’s means Coopers will enter its 150th year in 2012 as the largest remaining Australian-owned brewer. Coopers’ Managing Director, Dr Tim Cooper, said that while there is still some water to flow under the bridge before the SABMiller takeover is completed, the offer has been recommended by the Foster’s board. The impending purchase of Foster’s follows Kirin’s complete acquisition of Lion Nathan in April 2009. “Being the largest Australian-owned brewer i... continue reading
Agwa Liqueur
Agwa Liqueur is made from Bolivian Cocoa Leaves and crafted in Amsterdam. When mixed with lime over ice is said to give the "Agwabuzz". Cocoa leaves have been chewed by the South American Indians for centuries. It is said to induce a mild and long lasting euphoria. The history of the cocoa leaf is mythical and legendary. 1572 Francisco Pizaro, the Spanish Explorer, conquered the Inca Empire. He initially outlawed the use of cocoa leaves. The Spanish used native labor to develop and maintain their Silver Mines. When they became aware of the cocoa leaf's potential to increase there labour asset's output, they began to sing its praises. "The herb is so nutritious... continue reading
Christmas Spirit Cocktail
You need: Your best bottle of Tequila Pomegranates Shot Glasses... continue reading
Could Moet & Chandon get any sexier?
Okay, I must admit. I am a fan of luxurious beautiful wines and Moet & Chandon is definately up there with my favourite drops! But could Moet & Chandon get any sexier with the campaigns involving Scarlett Johansson? Dont' know what I am talking about? See below examples of the saucy campaigns I am referring to? If you havent bought a bottle of Moet & Chandon before now, I assure you - this might tempt you! Note to Moet & Chandon - one of the BEST decisions you have made is choosing Scarlett Johansson to star in your Campaigns. For completely unforgettable advertising, these ads are very hard to forget! I would love to showcase all these beautiful images but need help deciding which image is the best to promote Moet & Chandon on Club Wine Direct. Any suggestions on which image is the best? All comments and suggestions welcome on which Scarlet for M... continue reading
Wolf Blass: The man behind the famous label
Ever wanted to know more about Australia's iconic Wolf Blass? The man & team behind glorious wines such as: Wolf Blass Yello... continue reading
The Story of Charles Heidsieck
If all those who have one day tasted Champagne Charles Hiedsieck have remained faithful to the House, there must be a good reason. Charles Heidsieck's wines are the results of a sum of many expectations - thus making them true masterpieces for the enlightned amateurs. From the very start, Charles Heidsieck wines managed to seduce the royal courts of Europe and the great patrons of the times. Today, the House's wines are awarded the greatest prizes by professional juries across the world. Over the decades, without making a fuss, relying on nothing but it's exceptional quality, Charles Heidsieck has consolidated its position as the champagne for "those who know". Charles-Camille Heidsieck: a passion for the exceptional 1851: the enterprising young man creates the Champagne House which will bear its name. He sets the highest standards in grape selection and improves the product methods of the age. He buys chalk quarries in Reims, where his wines will mature i... continue reading
Bosca Verdi & Bosca Asti Spumante
History The Bosca family originate in the town of Canelli in Northern Italy in the province of Asti. This area in Italy is well known hill country that grows the world's best Moscato Grapes Grape growing was taken very seriously in the Bosca Family's early days. For example, there was no penalty issued for a "farmer who injured anyone caught stealing grapes"! http://www.bosca.it/boscastory/story_e_04.htm Canelli is situated at the entrance of Langhe hills along the the banks of the Belbo stream. The Asti region is well known for the production of Asti Spumante- a slightly sweet bubbly wine which is the symbol of the Canneli and the whole province of Asti.... continue reading
Spring is in the Air!
Spring is in the air, can you feel it! It is almost XMAS - only 9 short weeks away! Tell us about how you are spending your Spring, who you are choosing to spend it with - and most important of all - what wine will you be sharing with your Friends & Family this Spring 2011 xxx... continue reading
Halloween Drinks
Halloween Drinks ... continue reading
Dita Von Teese presents
A glamorous Coffret to create elegant and stylish Cocktails. Available as a limited edition, in the most exclusive stores in the world... ... continue reading
May all your pains by Champagne...the secret is in the bubbles
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The World's Most Expensive Wines
The Most Expensive Wine in the World is... The current world record price for a single bottle of wine is $A309,828.... continue reading

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