John, the owner of First Drop Wines, enjoying a glass of his own Mother's Milk shiraz.

First Drop Journal

Pull up a chair. Pour a glass. You’ve just landed at the First Drop Journal - our little corner of the internet where Barossa's boldest ideas flow as freely as the Shiraz.

This is where we share our unique home recipes and expert pairing tips, as well as what’s happening behind the scenes at First Drop Wines: from the vineyards of the Barossa, Adelaide Hills and McLaren Vale, to the buzz of our cellar door and tapas lunches, to the wines that keep the good times rolling.

Can Wine Be Delivered in Australia? What to Know

November 4, 2026

Can wine be delivered in Australia? Learn who can receive it, what delivery rules apply and how to order premium bottles with confidence today.

Can Wine Be Delivered in Australia? What to Know

November 4, 2026

Can wine be delivered in Australia? Learn who can receive it, what delivery rules apply and how to order premium bottles with confidence today.

A Guide to Wine Tasting Flights That Taste Better

November 2, 2026

Our guide to wine tasting flights helps you taste with confidence, compare regions, pair food and find the bottles worth taking home from the cellar door.

A Guide to Wine Tasting Flights That Taste Better

November 2, 2026

Our guide to wine tasting flights helps you taste with confidence, compare regions, pair food and find the bottles worth taking home from the cellar door.