Wines on Show

Bird in Hand    

Adelaide Hills, South Australia

This very successful wine and olive oil property took its name from a 19th-century gold mine. It is the venture of the Nugent family, headed by Dr Michael Nugent. Son Andrew Nugent is a Roseworthy graduate, and his wife, Susie, manages the olive oil side of the business. The family also has properties on the Fleurieu Peninsula and in the Clare Valley, the latter providing both riesling and shiraz (and olives from 100-year-old wild olive trees). In 2007 a state-of-the-art winery and a straw and mud barrel cellar were completed.

Address:        Bird in Hand Road

                        Woodside   SA   5244

Contact:         Amanda Curran / Justin Nugent

Tel:                  08 8389 9488

Website:         www.birdinhand.com.au

First tasting of the new to release Nest Egg 2008 Chardonnay, as well as other wines from the Nest Egg range and new release wines.

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by Farr & Farr Rising                                                  Geelong, Victoria

by Farr - In 1994 Gary Farr and family planted 12 ha of clonally selected viognier, chardonnay, pinot noir and shiraz at a density of 7000 vines per ha on a north-facing hill directly opposite the Bannockburn Winery. The quality of the wines is exemplary, their character subtly different from those of Bannockburn itself due, in Farr's view, to the interaction of the terroir of the hill and the clonal selection.

Farr Rising - Nicholas Farr is the son of Gary Farr, and with encouragement from his father he has launched his own brand with conspicuous success. He learned his winemaking in France and Australia, and has access to some excellent base material, hence the quality of the wines.

These vineyards compare well with the best sites for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay anywhere in the world. The winery was purpose built by Gary and Nick, maintaining the ideal temperature of 16-degrees Celcius all year.

Address:        101 Kelly Lane

                        Bannockburn, Vic 3331

Contact:         Nick Farr

Tel:                  03 5281 1733

Website:         www.byfarr.com.au

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Chrismont         

Cheshunt, Victoria

Chrismont has developed a reputation for being a passionate and visionary leader in producing diverse wines of exceptional quality. Located in the higher reaches of the scenic King Valley, Chrismont's thirty years in vineyard management combined with an inovative approach in winemaking, delivers wines of uncompromising quality and distinction.

Talented and dynamic, winemaker Warren Proft focuses on individual vineyard sites and management techniques to ensure optimal fruit development. Meticulous attention in the winery combined with Warren's philospohy of balancing fruit with our various winemaking styles, ensures a tasting experience with a unique edge.

 Soak up picturesque and unspoilt vistas from the Chrismont Cellar Door whilst we share with you the Chrismont classical German and French styles, as as showcasing our rich Italian heritage, with the impressive La Zona Mediteranean varietals. Experience newly released Prosecco, Savignin, Moscato and Fragolino.

Address:        251 Upper King Road     

                        Cheshunt, VIC 3678

Contact:         Arnie Pizzini      

Tel:                 (03) 5729 8220

Website:         www.chrismont.com.au

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Churchview Estate    

Margaret River, Western Australia

Churchview Estate was established by the Fokkema family in 1999 after much research and expert consultation to ensure the production of the finest wines in the world famous south-west wine-growing region of Western Australia.

The Fokkema family, headed by Spike Fokkema, immigrated from the Netherlands in the 1950s. Business success in the following decades led to the acquisition of the 100-ha Churchview Estate, and to the progressive establishment of 70-ha of vineyards. Churchview Estate gets its name from the Heritage Listed St. John the Baptist Anglican Church, as seen from the tasting room.

Spike Fokkema, has applied a highly successful philosophy to the production of premium wines. “Quality begins in the vineyard”. It is this unwavering commitment to the pursuit of excellence and the rigorous application of his philosophy that underpins the quality and exacting standards demanded by Churchview Estate.

Churchview Estate achieves its high standard by growing vines that are in balance with nature. By allowing more sunlight into the vine canopy Churchview has been able to dramatically enhance fruit quality, flavour and colour development. This unique application of simple but natural principles allows the production of grapes of the highest possible standard.

Address:        Cnr Bussell Highway/Gale Road

                        Metricup   WA   6280

Contact:         Greg Garnish

Tel:                  08 9755 7200

Website:         www.churchview.com.au

Make sure you stop by Churchview Estate to meet with winemaker Greg Garnish. With a thorough education in wine science and experience with Willespie and Houghtons, Greg is always eager to share in his passion for wine.

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Clayfield Wines        

Grampians, Victoria

Clayfield Wines, established in 1999 by winemaker Simon Clayfield and specialising in high quality Grampians Shiraz from estate grown grapes and locally grown fruit. Clayfield Wines produces such fine examples of Grampians regional Shiraz, with consistent quality, that is have earned an envious reputation. Clayfield's Moyston vineyard was established during 1997 to 1999; the first commercial crop was then destroyed by grass fire in 2002. The recovery phase has taken time, but the vines are now undoubtably producing consistently good fruit.

Recent planting of Durif vines, adds to Clayfield's vineyards of Shiraz and the troublesome Merlot (difficult in this region but worthy of the effort). Clayfield practices "green" and sustainable vineyard practices and also makes wines using traditional and natural winemaking methods. The future will see interesting blends and wonderful wines - "the best is yet to come".

Address:        25 Wilde Lane

                        Moyston   VIC   3377

Contact:         Simon Clayfield

Tel:                  03 5354 2689

Website:         www.clayfieldwines.com

The current vintage of Clayfield Grampians 2005 Shiraz will be available for tasting vertically alongside the soon to be released 2006 vintage. Also take note of the Clayfield Grampians 2004 Shiraz, now on the reserve list, as this fine wine was runner up in the 2006 Great Australian Shiraz Challenge, and top of its category in the Winestate World's Greatest Shiraz Challenge in 2008.

Clayfield Wines will also preview their "Thomas Wills" 2008 Shiraz, soon to be released in honour of the founder of Australian Rules Football.

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Darling Park         

Mornington Peninsula, Victoria

Established in 1988, Darling Park has built an enviable reputation for producing wines that not only reflect their cool climate Mornington Peninsula origins but also reveal clear personality, depth and life. Wines that encourage conversation with an appreciation of the art that is on, and in, every bottle.

Darling Park has the oldest Pinot Gris vines on the Peninsula along with McCabe's in Tucks Road. T'Gallant wines were made here until they found their permanent home in Main Ridge. The vineyard is now planted with Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris.

Darling Park's labels are well known for their beautiful artworks. The initial labelling made use of lovely Rubanesque romantic images - then details of paintings from the Wallace Collection were chosen - and more recently the work of modern Australian artists such as Arthur Boyd, John Olsen, Sidney Nolan, John Percival and Charles Blackman  from the Liberman family collection.

Address:        232 Red Hill Rd

                        Red Hill   VIC   3937

Contact:         Emma Mordue

Tel:                  03 5989 2324

Website:         www.darlingparkwinery.com

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Farago Hill Wines

Southern Highlands, New South Wales

The Farago Hill vineyard was established in Canyonleigh in 2001; a Southern Highlands locality of New South Wales, that is developing a name as a premium cool climate wine region.

Vineyard owners, Ricardo Farago and Katrina Hill, named their wine in honour of their fathers, neither of whom had the pleasure of being around to see the dream realised. Ricardo, born in Argentina, has always longed for the summers of his childhood, spent in vineyards of Mendoza. Katrina grew up in a wine-loving family, with a love of the land - loves now merged in the planting of a vineyard.

The intention of Farago Hill Wines was to produce a wine equal in quality to the best Pinot Gris of Europe and they are receiving wonderful feedback from professional and amateur palletes, alike, that Farago Hill wine is very enjoyable.

Address:        1371 Tugalong Road

                        Canonleigh   NSW   2577

Contact:         Katrina Hill

Tel:                  02 9252 7309

Website:         www.faragohill.com

As new producers, Farago Hill first planted in 2001 and released their premier vintage in 2008. Within this short time, they have (proudly) been asked to supply a impressive collection of high-end restaurants - Rockpool; Aria; The Boathouse @ Blackwattle Bay; Lochiel House, Kurrajong; Arras, Millers Point and Red Olive in Mittagong.

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Fishbone Wines        

Margaret River, Western Australia

Fishbone Wines, from Nannup Winery, began with a quest to produce a range of wines crafted to be more than just table dressing. The Fishbone range represents a philosophy of wine-making "stripped bare" of all the pretension to produce wines of quality and style.

The father-son team of Geoff and Nick Ludkins, with significant experience in the industry and owners of the Nannup Winery and Fishbone label for over 12 years, endeavour to take their winery forward with quality sales and promotions world-wide.

Address:        PO Box 175

                        Nannup WA 6275

Contact:         Nick Ludkins

Tel:                  08 9756 3052

Website:         www.blackwoodwines.com.au/fb_wines

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Fox Gordon          

Adelaide Hills, South Australia

This is the venture of three very well-known figures in the wine industry: Jane Gordon, Rachel Atkins (náe Fox) and Natasha Mooney. Natasha Mooney (Tash) has had first-class experience in the Barossa Valley, particularly during her time as chief winemaker at Barossa Valley Estate. She and her partners wanted to produce small quantities of high-quality wine which would allow them time to look after their children, the venture planned in the shade of the wisteria tree in Tash's back garden. The grapes come from dry-grown vineyards farmed under biodiversity principles which, says Mooney, makes the winemaker's job easy. Classy packaging adds the final touch.

Address:        100-104 Main St

                        North Adelaide   SA   5245

Contact:         Annabel Atkins

Tel:                  08 8388 7155

Website:         www.foxgordon.com.au

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Golding          

Adelaide Hills, South Australia

The Golding family has lived in the Lobethal area of the Adelaide Hills for several generations, and is one of the larger vignerons, owning and operating three separate vineyards with around 40 ha planted to pinot noir, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, cabernet franc and merlot. In 2002 the Golding Wines brand was created, the owners being Darren and Lucy Golding, together with Darren's parents, Connie and Greg. In 2006 Darren secured some Marlborough sauvignon blanc through his brother-in-law, who happens to be managing director of NZ's largest independent contract winemaking company. This has resulted in three wines: The Local (100% estate-grown); The Tourist (100% Marlborough); and The Leap (51% estate-grown/49% Marlborough).

Address:        Western Branch Road

                        Lobethal   SA   5241

Contact:         Darren Golding

Tel:                  0413 942 272

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Hahndorf Hill         

Adelaide Hills, South Australia

Hahndorf Hill Winery is a micro-boutique producer specialising in Sauvignon Blanc and Shiraz, as well as a unique Rosé. Located outside historic Hahndorf village in the lush Adelaide Hills of South Australia - the heartland of Australian wine - Hahndorf is the oldest surviving German settlement in Australia and exists today as a popular tourist destination, only 30 minutes' drive from Adelaide city.

The wines at Hahndorf Hill Winery are specifically crafted to provide a sensational experience with food. The winemaker, Larry Jacobs, is involved directly with the grapegrowing and wine making of all the Hahndorf Hill winery products. Larry is also a keen driver of environmental issues in the Adelaide Hills, and currently farms his vineyard biodynamically.

This will be the first tasting of the complete Hahndorf Hill Winery range for Sydney, including the Hahndorf Hill Winery 2005 Shiraz, which is featured in the UK Wine Guru Oz Clarke’s “Top 250 Wines” publication due out in October. This 2005 Shiraz makes it to Clarke’s “Top 40”.

Address:        Lot 10, Pains Road

                        Hahndorf   SA   5245

Contact:         Larry jacobs

Tel:                  0412 556 039

Website:         www.hahndorfhillwinery.com.au

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Longview         

Adelaide Hills, South Australia

Longview is a stunning Australian vineyard set on undulating slopes reminiscent of classic old world estates.  Wines that show true varietal expression while capturing the complexity of each individual vintage and deliver beyond expectation, promoting long discussion, long feasts and long life.  Est. 1995

Address:        Pound Road, Macclesfield, SA 5153

Contact:         Mark Saturno

Tel:                  08 8388 9694

Website:         www.longviewvineyard.com.au

Be the first to see the exciting new Longview Estate range labels, with the launch of the new look of Longview. With six new release wines on show, two of which just won Decanter World Wine Gold Medals, the Longview Estate stand is one not to be missed.

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McWilliam's Mount Pleasant      

Lower Hunter Valley, New South Wales

McWilliam's Mount Pleasant Estate - nestled in the slopes of the Brokenback Range in NSW's lower Hunter Valley, NSW - was established in 1921 by legendary winemaker, the late Maurice O' Shea.

The McWilliam’s Mount Pleasant Estate falls under the umbrella of McWilliam's Wines - Australia's Most Awarded Winery, with six generations and more than 130 years of winemaking experience.

Address:        Marrowbone Road

                        Pokolbin   NSW   2320

Contact:         Greg West

Tel:                  02 4998 2505 / 0419 037 543

The McWilliam's Mount Pleasant Estate range on show at this event will include a number of award-winning wines. Take note of:

• 2007 Phil Ryan Semillon - 2 trophies
• 2003 Lovedale Semillon - 3 trophies, including Best Wine of Show at the 2008 Tri-nations Wine Challenge
• 2005 Rosehill Shiraz - 3 trophies

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Michael Datta Vineyards

Eden Valley, South Australia

MDV is all about growing great fruit and producing high quality wines from our little 35 acres in Eden Valley, South Australia.

We are very passionate to say the least about the region, Eden Valley and our old vines that produce the densely rich, flavoursome fruit varieties, which are turned into highly rated, award winning wines.

MDV consists of the oldest registered Riesling vines in South Australia (over 110+ yrs old). The property also consists of:

• 40+ yr old Riesling - Additional to the old vine Riesling.
• 35+ yr old Chardonnay - The premium fruit is sourced from a mate's property down the road, which is cropped under 1 tonne to the acre.
• 15+ yr old Cabernet Franc
• 25+ yr old Merlot
• 40+ yr old Shiraz
• 40+ yr old Cabernet Sauvignon

100+ yr old Grenache - This fruit from a mate’s vineyard next door. This is then made into the super premium Jack Raj - Shiraz Grenache blend and also into a straight 100% Old Vine Grenache and Vintage Port.

Address:        Lot 15, Drogemuller Rd

                        Springton   SA   5235

Contact:         Michael Datta

Tel:                  0411 693 999

Website:         www.michaeldatta.com

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Mount Langi Ghiran       

Grampians, Victoria

A maker of outstanding cool-climate peppery Shiraz, crammed with flavour and vinosity, and very good Cabernet Sauvignon. The Shiraz points the way for cool-climate examples of the variety. The business was acquired by the Rathbone family group in 2002, and hence the marketing has been integrated with the Yering Station, Parker Coonawarra and Xanadu Estate wines, a synergistic mix with no overlap.

Winemaker Dan Buckle joined Mount Langi Ghiran in 2003, and brings to the team not only a great breadth of winemaking experience gain the Australia and abroad, but skills across a variety of disciplines (and a lovely winery dog called Ruby). Since then, Mount Langi Ghiran has been hosting many young European spies and this has brought depth and interest to each vintage at Mount Langi Ghiran.

Also to note, Dan has been awarded a scholarship to the Len Evans Tutorial, and have been involved in wine judging, as Associate Judge at The Macquarie Bank Sydney Royal Wine Show, and as a judge at Cowra Wine Show.

Address:        80 Vine Road

                        Bayindeen   VIC   3375

Contact:         Mark Cunliffe

Tel:                  0448 974 972

Website:         www.langi.com.au

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Mount View Estate          

Hunter Valley, New South Wales

Mount View Estate was purchased from Harry Tulloch in 2000 by John and Polly Burgess. Since then, their dedication to quality has seen them win numerous awards including trophies for thier Shiraz, Semillon, Merlot, Rose, Chardonnay and fortifieds. In 2005, John and Polly purchased a second vineyard "Limestone Creek" a few kilometres away on Mt View Road.

All wines are grown, made and sold through the estate, with single vineyard wines being kept separate. This give the Mount View Estate wines a sense of place; the customer knows exactly where the wine comes from and the range of wine displays a true expression of Hunter Valley terroir. Mt View Estate has mature vines, dating back to 1971 and contributing to consistently good quality.

Winemaker Janelle Zerk is a fifth generation member of the Barossa Valley "Zerk" winemaking family. Helping her family in the vineyard at age five led her to the decision (natural progression) to become a winemaker. With an ambition to make great wine and learn as much as she can from others along the way, Janelle has established a reputation in the Hunter Valley, with considerable experience in vintages through Tuscany, California and Burgundy.

Address:        Mt View Road

                        Hunter Valley   NSW   2320

Contact:         Janelle Zerk

Tel:                  02 4990 3307

Website:         www.mtviewestate.com.au

Pay careful attention to the new release Mount View Estate 2008 Reserve Semillon. This Gold Medal award winning wine has been compared to the likes of Mount Pleasant, Thomas Wines, Warraroong, Brokenwood andTyrrells. For Mount View, this is a very exciting association - being noted against the Hunter Valley's iconic producers of the Semillon variety. With only 1200 bottles produced, its a rare gem.

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Nepenthe          

Adelaide Hills, South Australia

Nepenthe (Nuh-pen-thee) started as a dream - that of the Tweddell family - a dream of owning a vineyard and winery and having their own labe.

The name Nepenthee is drawn from one of the most famous works of historic Greek poet Homer. In "The Odyssey", Homer described Nepenthee as an ancient Egyptian herbal drink so powerful it eases the grief and banishes sorrow from the mind.

The modern Nepenthe has made its home in the lofty heights of the Adelaide Hills, a stunningly beautiful region with a rollling tapestry of green hills, gum trees and vineyards. Through a combination of careful viticulture and small-batch winemaking, Nepenthe has quickly established a reputation as a substantial producer of high quality wines.

Address:        Jones Road
                        Balhannah, SA 5242

Contact:         Kylie Hunter

Tel:                  0401 709 859

Website:         www.nepenthe.com.au

Barrel samples of the 2009 Nepenthe Pinnacle Sauvignon Blanc will be available for tasting at the Wine Focus Australia exhibition. As Sauvignon Blanc is the premier variety for the Adelaide Hills region, Nepenthe have decided to branch out and experiment within the wine style. Their current "Altitude" Sauvignon Blanc will stay in exactly the same style, however, Nepenthe will introduce a new oaked Sauvignon Blanc to be included in their super premium "Pinnacle" range. The aim with this ine is to capture the varietal characters of Sauvignon Blanc, with background complexity from oak and lees stirring.

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Nicholson River       

Gippsland, Victoria

We are a small winery that has been around for over 30 years and produce limited batches (50-200 dozen) of specialised wine styles.

Generally the wines are sold at cellar door or by mail order. Our reputation has been forged by a rich Chardonnay but in recent years a delicate Pinot Noir and a spicy Syrah (Shiraz) have attracted attention. We will showcasing some old vintages of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah. These include some chardonnays voted "Favourite Victorian White" and a Syrah that was runner up at Vins du Monde in Paris.

Address:        57 Liddells Road

                        Nicholson   Vic   3882

Contact:         Ken Eckersley

Tel:                  03 5156 8241

Website:         www.nicholsonriverwinery.com

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O'Leary Walker          

Adelaide Hills, South Australia

Address:        Main Road

                        Leasingham   SA   5452

Contact:         Susan Bell

Tel:                  08 8843 0022

Website:         www.olearywalkerwines.com

After working for large wine companies for 20 years, David O'Leary and Nick Walker too on a new challenge and began the O'Leary Walker brand in 2001. Believing in thier own winemaking skills and the confidence that their voneyard selections reflect varietal excellence, their venture began. After 9 years "the Boys" have returned to what winemaking is all about - making great wines with great fruit from great vineyards.

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Parker Coonawarra        

Coonawarra, South Australia

Parker Coonawarra Estate is at the southern end of Coonawarra, on rich terra rossa soil over limestone. Cabernet sauvignon is the predominant variety (17.45 ha), with minor plantings of merlot and petit verdot. Acquired by the Rathbone family in 2004.

Address:        Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, SA 5263

Contact:         Mark Cunliffe

Tel:                  0448 974 972

Website:         www.parkercoonawarraestate.com.au

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Plantagenet        

Mount Barker, Western Australia

The senior winery in the Mount Barker region, making superb wines across the full spectrum of variety and style; highly aromatic Riesling, tangy citrus-tinged Chardonnay, glorious Rhone-style Shiraz and ultra-stylish Cabernet Sauvignon.  

Address:        P O Box 122

                        Mount Barker

Contact:         Stuart Brookshaw

Tel:                  0414 835 070

Website:           www.plantagenetwines.com

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Protero Wines          

Adelaide Hills, South Australia

Protero takes its name from Proterozoie: A geological epoch formed about 1 to 2 billion years ago.  It is from this highly respected ancient geology that our vineyard thrives.  We are soon to be accredited in the use of organic protocols, now taking the next step into biodynamic practices.  With the gifted skills of two truly exceptional winemakers, Paul Drougemuller and Steven Pannell, we believe that our wines are about Passion : Honesty : Integrity

Address:        P O Box 2082

                        Magill North   SA   5072

Contact:         Matthew Quirk

Tel:                  (08) 8337 6308

Website:         www.proterowines.com.au

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Rutherglen Estates           

Rutherglen, Victoria

Rutherglen Estates is an offshoot of a far larger contract crush-and-make business, with a winery capacity of 4000 tonnes (roughly equivalent to 280 000 cases). Rutherglen is in a declared phylloxera region, which mean that all the grapes grown in that region have to be vinified within it, itself a guarantee of business for ventures such as Rutherglen Estates. It also means that some of the best available material can be allocated for the brand, with an interesting mix of varieties. Smart, upgraded, packaging is yet another part of the marketing mix. Exports to the UK, the US and other major markets.

Address:        13-35 Drummond Street     

                        Rutherglen VIC 3685

Contact:         Marc Scalzo      

Tel:                 (02) 6032 8516

Website:         www.rutherglenestates.com.au

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Summerfield Wines     

Pyrenees, Victoria

A specialist red wine producer, the particular forte of which is Shiraz. The red wines are consistently excellent: luscious and full-bodied and fruit-driven, but with a slice of vanillin oak to top them off. Founder Ian Summerfield has now handed over the winemaking reins to son Mark, who, with consulting advice, produces consistently outstanding and awesomely concentrated Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, both in varietal and Reserve forms. The red wines are built for the long haul, and richly repay cellaring. 

Mark Summerfield is a self-educated winemaker like his father Ian, and has taken the Summerfield label from strength to strength with many trophies and gold medals recieved from events around the globe.

Summerfield are rated as a five red star winery by James Halliday, representing the top eight percent of wineries in Australia.

Address:        5967 Stawell-Avoca Road

                        Moonambel   Vic   3478

Contact:         Mark Summerfield

Tel:                  03 5467 2264

Website:         www.summerfieldwines.com.au

Take note of the just released and well-reviewed 2007 wines. There may just be something special on show from the Summerfield cellar.

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Tamburlaine Wines         

Lower Hunter Valley, New South Wales

A thriving business which, notwithstanding the fact that it has doubled its already substantial production in recent years, sells over 90% of its wine through the cellar door and by mailing list (with an active tasting club members' cellar program offering wines which are held and matured at Tamburlaine). The maturing of the estate-owned Orange vineyard has led to a dramatic rise in quality across the range. Both the Hunter Valley and Orange vineyards are now Australian Certified Organic.

Address:        358 McDonalds Road

                        Pokolbin   NSW   2321

Contact:         Mark Davidson

Tel:                  02 4998 7570

Website:         www.mywinery.com

This is your opportunity to sample wines from Tamburlaine's Wine Lovers and Reserve ranges of Organically Certified wines.

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Taylors Wines       

Clare Valley, South Australia

The family-founded and owned Taylors continues to flourish and expand, its vineyards now total over 500 ha, by far the largest holding in Clare Valley. There have also been substantial changes both in terms of the winemaking team and in terms of the wine style and quality, particularly through the outstanding St Andrews range. With each passing vintage, Taylors is managing to do the same for the Clare Valley as Peter Lehmann is doing for the Barossa Valley.

Following proudly in the footsteps of his father Bill Taylor, and grandfather Bill Taylor Snr, Mitchell Taylor was appointed MD of Taylors Wines in 2000. Mitchell's passion for the wine industry has led him to work in all facets of the family business - from export to finance - as well have keeping a very hands on role in the winemaking process.

Address:        Taylors Road

                        Auburn   SA   5451

Contact:         Anna Nicholas

Tel:                  02 8585 3519

Website:         www.taylorswines.com.au

Taylors Wiines will be showcasing their range of award winning wines, with particular pride over the Jaraman 2008 Riesling, St Andrews 2004 Shiraz and St Andrews 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon. The new to release Jaraman 2008 Pinot Noir will be a noteworthy new addition to their tasting range.

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The Cups Estate       

Mornington Peninsula, Victoria

Joe Fisicaro has returned to his roots after a career as a financial executive, establishing The Cups Estate near Rye. The name comes from the rolling dune region of the Peninsula known as 'the cups country'; the soils are light, with relatively low fertility, but drainage is excellent. Wind and frost have been problems, and the composition of the 6.15-ha vineyard has been somewhat modified by a grafting program placing more emphasis on early ripening varieties.

Address:        269 Browns Road

                        Fingal   Vic   3939

Contact:         Joe Fisicaro

Tel:                  1300 131 741

Website:         www.thecupsestate.com.au

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Tomich Wines       
Adelaide Hills, South Australia

Address: 87 King William Road, Unley
Contact: Randal Tomich
Phone: 08 8272 9388   Website: www.tomich.com.au

Tomich Hill Wines was established by the Tomich family to develop a premium, cool-climate vineyard. Tomich Wines, is nestled in the Adelaide Hills, along the Onkaparinga River, just north of Woodside.

There is an element of irony in this family venture. Patriarch John Tomich was born on a vineyard near Mildura, where he learnt firsthand the skills and knowledge required for premium grapegrowing. He went on to become a well-known Adelaide ear, nose and throat specialist. He has taken the wheel full circle with postgraduate studies at the University of Adelaide, resulting in a diploma in winemaking in 2002, and now venturing on to the Master of Wine revision course from the Institute of Masters of Wine.

His son Randal, Winemaker and Viticuturist, is a cutting from the old vine (metaphorically speaking), having invented new equipment and techniques for tending the family's 80-ha vineyard in the Adelaide Hills near Woodside; resulting in a 60% saving in time and fuel costs. Most of the grapes are sold, but the amount of wine made under the Tomich Hill brand is far from a hobby.

Randal has over 20 years farming experience with the last 10 years devoted to creating the family vineyard at Woodside. His interest in vines and wines lead him to the development of Soilworks Australia, a business which recognizes him as a world leader in the development of vineyards and forests.

Address:        87 King William Road

                        Unley   SA   5061

Contact:         Randal Tomich

Tel:                  08 8272 9388

Website:         www.tomich.com.au

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Tower Estate