My Wine Philosophy

by lavignaadmin | Oct 16, 2018

Sometimes I feel like writing this blog has elevated me from a wine lover and seller to a wine evangelist. Sure, in-store at La Vigna I can convert a few people to my way of thinking, but hopefully through my blog I’m spreading my message further and wider. So, what...

So sad to say goodbye to Sicily

by lavignaadmin | Oct 16, 2018

As you all know, I’m a keen traveller and seeker of interesting experiences, especially where food and wine are concerned. This year my eye turned to Italy and on my many strolls through the streets of small towns in Sicily, Sicilian culture offered up some curious...

Matching Cheese and Spring Wine

by lavignaadmin | Oct 16, 2018

I have to admit; today’s post is all about tempting you to come to La Vigna’s exciting upcoming Cheese and Spring Wine tasting on the 15th of September. As the weather warms and the grapevines flower, Perth is coming to life again and La Vigna has something to offer...

Perth’s summer buzz – the Vermouth evolution

by lavignaadmin | Oct 16, 2018

After patiently waiting backstage for generations, Vermouth is stepping boldly through the curtains and emerging centre stage. Yes, I said Vermouth. While you could be forgiven for having dismissed this humble beverage as merely a necessary component of your Martini...

Fresh, fruity and sophisticated – Rose please!

by lavignaadmin | Oct 16, 2018

While the bloom of the Jacaranda tree signifies the approach of Christmas for some, for me it’s the increase in Rose sales. As the weather warms we naturally look for lighter, fresher wines to wet our palates, and Rose with its innate versatility, is an obvious...