Wine

Read expert wine writing and reviews from Master of Wine Bob Campbell. Widely regarded as New Zealand’s 
 top wine expert, Bob  is one of only 394 people worldwide to earn the Master of Wine qualification. Awarded an ONZM in 2019 for services to the wine industry, Bob is a sought-after judge at national and international wine awards. 
Raising a glass to viognier
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Raising a glass to viognier

It's time to embrace this wildly underrated wine, says Bob Campbell, MW.

Bob Campbell MW 16 May 2021
Wine whines – the good, the bad and the ugly of the wine world
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Wine whines – the good, the bad and the ugly of the wine world

From wine snobbery to crumbling corks, Bob Campbell, MW on his pet wine peeves.

Bob Campbell MW 02 May 2021
Méthode Marlborough – taking on champagne at its own game
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Méthode Marlborough – taking on champagne at its own game

The Marlborough region is producing some world-class sparkling wines, says Bob Campbell, MW.

Bob Campbell MW 18 Apr 2021
The placebo effect – why we think expensive wine tastes better
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The placebo effect – why we think expensive wine tastes better

Big bucks don't always equate to a great bottle of wine, says Bob Campbell, MW.

Bob Campbell MW 04 Apr 2021