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Three Cheers – Redefining Loveliness

This year we’re all for creating powerful forces for good. Earlier in the year we caught up with some of our fellow Tassie winemakers – Cynthea Feldheim (from Marion’s Vineyard) and Fran Austin (from Delamere) – to come up with...

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Roasted Asparagus with Goat Cheese and Walnut Lemon Gremolata

The Tamar Valley is filled with an abundance of inspiring artisan food producers. Here at Holm Oak, we love visiting our neighbours at Robur Farm to source some goat fetta for this tasty recipe. A simple four-steps, this meal is a crowd-pleaser in the Duffy family and pairs beautifully with our Pinot Gris.

What is Arneis?

Arneis is a white grape variety, most commonly thought to originate from the Piedmont region in Northern Italy. The name Arneis literally means “the little rascal” given how finicky the varietal is to grow. It’s often susceptible to disease in...

Rosé Wine

What is Rosé Wine? Our beloved pink rosé! A style of wine that’s been growing in popularity over the last few years, although in parts of Europe it’s more prominent than white wine. Most often rosé wine is made from...

Discover who’s serving Holm Oak wines around Tasmania

It’s been a difficult few years for everyone in Tasmania and beyond our shores. The hospitality industry is still really doing it tough. Here at Holm Oak, we know only too well how much the pandemic is affecting our friends...

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Warm Carrot and Pumpkin Salad

During this time of the year there is very little happening in our garden. However, root vegetables are always somewhere to be found and we love using them to make a delicious and healthy Warm Carrot and Pumpkin Salad.

Roasted Pumpkin Soup in a bowl

Roasted Pumpkin Soup

Looking for the perfect winter comfort food? This creamy pumpkin soup with crusty bread is an all-time favourite in the Duffy family. Follow our four simple steps to whip up a delicious dinner on a cold winter’s night. Enjoy with...

Your guide to Mountain Biking in Tasmania

Tasmania is famous for our world-class mountain biking trails. With an abundance of natural forests and tracks to discover, it’s the best way to get out amongst nature and enjoy some breathtaking scenery. Whether you’re just starting out and still...

Hot spots! Best Bars and Restaurants with Fireplaces in Launceston

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...

Creamy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Cosy up this winter with a rich, cheesy and creamy vegetable bake! We have an abundance of brussels sprouts in the garden at the moment, and the family love to eat them covered in a cheesy parmesan sauce and topped...

What is chardonnay?

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...

What is whole bunch fermentation?

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...

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