Whole-bunch fermentation is gaining popularity as a winemaking technique to add more complexity to the resulting wine. Yes, it’s a geeky wine term, but it simply means the process of not de-stemming the grapes when they are harvested and letting...
So, you’ve bought some special or age-worthy wines (or you want to), and you’re thinking about cellaring wine at home but don’t know where to begin. Starting your own wine cellar at home is not nearly as daunting as it...
What started as a vision from a local furniture maker turned into an iconic Australian product, with distinctive racquets putting Australian players like Jack Crawford in the international spotlight. Read on to learn about the history of the Alexander Patent Racket Co. and the connections between this formidable enterprise and Holm Oak Wines.
Glorified as King of the Reds, Cabernet is a beguilingly complicated beast. On its own, it can be aloof and austere yet perfectly powerful; when blended with varieties such as Merlot, Cabernet can hit next-level flavour greatness. Most drinkers would...
Are you considering travelling to the Tamar Valley for your next getaway? If so, yippee! Don’t forget to drop into Holm Oak’s cellar door while you’re here. We’ve done the research on where to stay in our valley – from...
This tender, fall-off-the-bone lamb shoulder is slow-cooked to perfection. It pairs perfectly with our Cabernet Franc or Cabernet Merlot. Go on and treat yourself.
Tasmania truly is a winter wonderland, from the drama and beauty of the season, to its vibrant festivals and warm, welcoming cellar doors. Winter’s chill is the perfect opportunity to rug up and explore, and there’s no better excuse to...
The AFL is heading to Launceston and there’s much to discover if you’re heading down to the Apple Isle for a game. It’s no secret that the Duffy family are avid AFL fans. We share our top tips of what to do whilst you are in the area.
If you’re looking for a delicious meal that will please the adults and kids in your home, then this tender pork and potato recipe served with creamy mushroom sauce, is a perfect choice. It pairs fabulously with our Holm Oak Chardonnay.
Tasmania is cold in winter time, there’s no denying that! But there’s often nothing finer than cosying up by an open fire with a superb red wine in hand. Our Holm Oak Cellar Door has a toasty fireplace that’s enjoyed...
Chardonnay is a white grape variety that originated in the Burgundy wine region of France. It is a variety that is grown widely across all regions of Australia. Is chardonnay sweet or dry? Chardonnay is generally categorised as a dry...
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