
David Sly
After 30 years in journalism, Australian freelance writer, author and editor David Sly has been fortunate enough to indulge his passions in print. Based in Adelaide, South Australia, David has moved from newspapers to specialise in food and wine writing, being published in national and international magazines, from Gourmet Traveller to Decanter, and is Food & Wine Editor of SA Life magazine. He has focused intently on the specialised regional produce and wines of South Australia, winning national awards, and is a graduate of the University of Adelaide/ Le Cordon Bleu Gastronomy course.
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Hentley Farm: producer profile plus six wines tasted
Iconic Shiraz from South Australia's Barossa Valley
By David Sly Published
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Grant Burge Wines: producer profile
Latest releases of nine premium wines from this popular Barossa producer
By David Sly Published
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House of Arras: new releases from Australia’s top sparkling wine producer
A non-vintage Blanc de Blancs joins other 2020 releases
By David Sly Published
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Shaw + Smith: Latest releases and future plans
The future direction of the Australian winery coincides with seven exciting new releases…
By David Sly Published
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Penfolds Collection 2020: Including 2016 Grange and £2,000 G4
Our exclusive preview tasting of the 18 wines in the Penfolds Collection 2020
By David Sly Last updated
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Henschke releases 2015 Hill of Grace
Australia’s most famous single-vineyard Shiraz, plus three other luxury reds
By David Sly Last updated
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Lurton team ‘not giving up’ on fire-razed South Australian vineyard
Bordeaux winemaker Jacques Lurton and his co-owner say their Islander Estate winery is still open for business
By David Sly Published
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Top Adelaide restaurants and wine bars
Adelaide offers a creative and vibrant food and drink culture, says David Sly, who recommends his must-visit highlights...
By David Sly Published
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Great Ocean Road wine tour
It’s a long drive, but so worth it...
By David Sly Published
