Rhythm Stick Wines specialise in producing rare, premium quality, award winning Riesling wines from their Clare Valley Riesling vineyard. They are a small producer and their boutique, dry grown, single vineyard enables them to spend the vineyard time necessary … Continue reading
After travelling the world over on an endless vintage, it was the Rieslings of the Great Southern that captured the imagination of Express Winemakers’ Ryan O’Meara and made him finally settle down, well that and the beautiful, uncrowded Great Southern … Continue reading
This 5 star winery is situated in Frankland River, some 360 kms south of Perth in Western Australia, and was established in 1998 by Ferngrove founder Murray Burton. Murray’s faith in this unique vineyard region was well founded. Thanks to its … Continue reading
One of Sydney’s finest wine stores and 25 years strong! Established in 1987 – Fine Wine Merchant and importer. Premium wines, corporate services, eclectic range, hard to find wines plus a vast range of imported wines. New Zealand fine wine … Continue reading
At Dandelion Vineyards we really do ‘wish you were here…’ Our vineyards are our family, their wines our children. Serious stuff, certainly. Proper fun, absolutely. The lifelong search to appreciate and understand the essence of wine, its terroir, leads us … Continue reading
Ashbrook Estate is a small family wine business producing 14,000 cases of wine annually. All wine is made from grapes grown on the Estate and they make and bottle all their wine in their own winery. They are very focused, … Continue reading
Taste Eden Valley is a regional wine room (cellar door) which brings together 10 artisan winemakers from the Barossa’s beautiful high country to showcase the region’s most impressive under one roof. Many are only available through cellar door and they … Continue reading
David and Mardi Hall purchased the historic Avon Brae homestead in 1996, a property (dating back to the 1840’s) with a significant connection to the history of Eden Valley. The Eden Valley’s rugged beauty and cool climate provide ideal conditions … Continue reading
Centennial Vineyards is located just minutes from the historic township of Bowral in the Southern Highlands of New South Wales, just over an hour south of Sydney. This premium cool climate vineyard at over 760m in altitude (in winter snow … Continue reading
In the early days of wine making in the Clare Valley the local community would help each other during busy times of the season. After delivering lunches to workers pruning vines in the middle of winter one year, Annie Wayman’s … Continue reading
Howard Park Wines is Western Australia’s largest boutique family owned winery producing a range of handcrafted fine Australian wines from the state’s premier grape growing regions of Margaret River and the Great Southern. Since its inception in 1986, Howard Park’s … Continue reading
Grosset Wines is an independently owned winery producing seven highly regarded premium wines each vintage. Established in 1981, the winery is situated in the historic township of Auburn at the southern tip of the Clare Valley, 100 kilometres north of … Continue reading
The Penna Lane vineyard is located 10 kilometres south of Clare in the Skilly Hills, adjacent to the Spring Gully Conservation Park. Penna Lane Wines has over the years been recognised as one of the Clare Valleys top Riesling makers, … Continue reading
Our wine The quality of our wines stems from the vineyards, our attention to detail, our recognition of the importance of terroir, and the time and effort that goes into growing our fruit. We use only estate fruit that is … Continue reading
Established in 1998 on “Olleyville” the historic 700 acre Murrumbateman fine wool producing property dating back to the mid 19th century. The picturesque property is only a 20 minute drive north of Canberra and offers a relaxing escape with a … Continue reading
Whicher Ridge Wines was established by husband and wife team, Cathy and Neil Howard in 2008. Neil is the viticulturist and Cathy is the winemaker. With a collective 45 years experience in the wine industry between them, they decided to … Continue reading
For over 140 years, Best’s has continuously been producing wine in the Great Western wine region of Victoria. They are one of Australia’s oldest continuously family owned and operated wineries and have some of the oldest vines in Australia, producing … Continue reading
Proud sponsors of the Frankland Estate International Riesling Tasting as well as the Summer of Riesling. These guys are serious about good wine. Annandale Cellars – The inner-west’s best wine store. With a selection of more than 60 Rieslings and … Continue reading
Larry Cherubino is one of Australia’s most acclaimed winemakers, with extensive experience in large and small wineries in Australia and major overseas wine producing regions, and around 300 wine show medals attached to his extensive CV. He is renowned for … Continue reading
Terry Peabody and his family searched for ten years to find the place and the people that could fulfil a dream – that they could make some of the best wine in the world. It was this notion of legacy … Continue reading
Knappstein Winery in the Clare Valley, South Australia, is one of the most recognisable and popular Clare Valley wineries. This small producer manages its own vineyard, harvests its own fruit and sells its own premium quality wines. It is located in the … Continue reading
What’s the best way to greet the morning during a Summer of Riesling in Sydney? Get out on Sydney harbour and embrace the day! OzPaddle Woolloomooloo offer a unique cross-training experience in the heart of Sydney. Situated at the Domain … Continue reading
It’s a well known fact that drinking Riesling makes you at least 50% more popular and attractive to others. The other 50% can be looked after by living a fit and health lifestyle! Do the math; want to be 100% … Continue reading
Leigh and Karen Eldredge have established their winery and cellar door in the Sevenhill Ranges at an altitude of 500 m above Watervale. It has a substantial vineyard planted to shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, merlot, riesling, sangiovese and malbec. Both the … Continue reading
Brothers Tom and Sam Barry are the brainchild behind clos Clare Wines. The story of clos Clare is quickly growing into what will be one of the great wine stories of the Clare Valley. It began in 1986 when the … Continue reading
The late Jim Barry was a pioneer of the Australian wine industry. He was the first qualified winemaker to work in the Clare Valley of South Australia and with his wife, Nancy, built a successful wine business which has produced trophy-winning … Continue reading
Mitchell Winery was established in 1975 by Jane and Andrew Mitchell. The entire range of Mitchell Wines receives multiple accolades every year. Highlights have been the Penguin Wine of the Year in 2003, a consistent 5 star rating in James Halliday’s … Continue reading
Pikes Vintners is an iconic family owned and operated winery set amongst the hills and valleys of South Australia’s beautiful Clare Valley. Established in 1984 the winery and vineyards are situated in the historic and picturesque Polish Hill River sub … Continue reading
Capital Wines is a boutique winery located in Murrumbateman within the Canberra Wine Region. Our renowned Kyeema Vineyard and winery are located on an elevated granite hill with breathtaking views looking over the rolling hills of the Murrumbidgee valley to … Continue reading
Holm Oak Vineyards was established in 1983, and takes its name from the Holm Oak trees planted on the property. The vineyard is 12 Ha in size and has plantings of Riesling, Sauvignon blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Arneis, Pinot Noir, … Continue reading
Karra Yerta Wines is a family-owned boutique winery situated high in the beautiful Flaxmans Valley, Barossa Hills area of the Mt Lofty Ranges, South Australia. The Barossa Hills region, also known as the Barossa Ranges, including Keyneton, Eden Valley, Flaxmans … Continue reading
Chaffey Bros. Wine Co evokes the Barossa zeitgeist by creating wines contemporary in style, pure in fruit expression yet elegant and restrained and therefore more food friendly. Firm believers in better wine through judicious blending, all Chaffey Bros wines are … Continue reading
When Yalumba’s fifth generation vigneron Robert Hill Smith joined forces with Clare winemaker extraordinaire Jeffrey Grosset to create a new Eden Valley Riesling, it was clear this would be no ordinary wine. Born of occasional musings, the essence of the … Continue reading
The concept of ‘terroir’ is one that is more closely associated with Old World wines than those of the New World but ‘terroir’ is the best way to describe the combination of elements that creates the distinctive flavour profiles of … Continue reading
Rieslingfreak is the story of John Hughes, a man who is very passionate about his Rieslings. Rieslingfreak is about providing consumers with various Rieslings embracing both different regions and styles. Each region and style will be identified by an individual … Continue reading
“What ever the Next Big Thing turns out to be, Louisa Rose will probably be the one who makes it.” – Max Allen, The Weekend Australian magazine, 6-7 June 2009 Louisa Rose, originally from the Yarra Valley and a cool … Continue reading
In 1976 the first 12 acres of the Mawarra Vineyard property was purchased, a windswept block of what was once part of a cattle property, with only eight living trees on it. The first planting of grapes in 1978 was … Continue reading
Trevelen Farm wines are the result of a passion for growing excellent fruit. It all starts in their vineyard, part of a long history with the land here. The Trevelen Farm vines were established as an extension to their farm in 1993, starting … Continue reading
Galafrey Wines remains a family-owned business and all wines are grown, nurtured and bottled on the estate. Established by Ian Tyrer (1946-2003). Galafrey is survived by mother and daughter team, Linda and Kim Tyrer. Kim Tyrer is the driving force behind … Continue reading
A two times finalist for Australian Winemaker of the Year, Clonakilla is one of Australia’s leading small wineries. The flagship Shiraz Viognier is “an icon wine, one of the best in the country.” (James Halliday) – What people tend to … Continue reading
Helm Wines was established in 1973 by Ken and Judith Helm and was one of the first commercial wineries in the Canberra District Wine Region. Located just outside of Murrumbateman, approximately 30 km north of Canberra, the winery was given a 5 … Continue reading
Steven and Emma Raïdis (getting married this January 7th – Hooray! – what a great start to the Summer of Riesling) are behind the family owned and operated Raïdis Estate. Raïdis Estate is Coonawarra’s new ‘kid’ in wine. The Raidis’ have … Continue reading
Join in the fun as Sip your Style talk drinks and style. Sip your Style celebrate the flavours, faces and finesse around drinks, making friends along the way. At Sip Your Style, they aim to share stories about drinks, food, … Continue reading
O’Leary Walker Wines was established in 2000 by winemakers David O’Leary and Nick Walker. With over twenty five years experience and established reputations making premium wine with the big companies, these two long time friends decided to take control of … Continue reading
Founded by Judi Cullam and Barrie Smith and situated in the remote Southern Western Australia region of Frankland River, a region that was defined by renowned Californian Viticulturalist Dr Harold Olmo, in a 1955 study of potential viticultural sites, as … Continue reading
Bass River is tiny winery that resembles a small domaine in South Gippsland – in size, approach, passion and very often in the glass. The vignerons – The Butera Family, emphasis being placed on producing small quantities of premium wines … Continue reading
Stuart Knox – 2011 Sydney Morning Herald Sommelier of the Year…
Co-Founder of The Summer of Riesling in Australia
All Round Nice guy… Continue reading
Xabregas is a proud family owned winery, which is steeped in history but making waves with new leadership and a focus on Family, Region, and Vineyard. The boutique winery was established in 1996, in Mount Barker, within the remote and … Continue reading
Located at Pokolbin in the heart of the Hunter Valley – one of Australia’s great wine regions – Tower Estate Winery selects the very best varietals not just locally, but from individual vineyards throughout Australia. Our philosophy is to produce … Continue reading
Jacob’s Creek Steingarten Riesling, named after this iconic vineyard, is made from a small number of select cool-climate Riesling vineyards in the higher altitude Barossa Ranges. This wine has set a benchmark for Australian Riesling and is part of Jacob … Continue reading
Plunkett Fowles’ vineyards and winery are located in the dramatic granite landscape of Strathbogie Ranges region of Victoria, Australia. Established in 1968, Plunkett Fowles crafts some of Australia’s finest cool climate wines, winning many of Australia’s most prestigious wine medals … Continue reading
Patrick of Coonawarra was established in 2004 by celebrated winemaker Pat Tocaciu. During his extensive career working as a Chief Winemaker, he cemented his reputation for quality and helped secure international accolades for several major labels. Now, the focus has … Continue reading
2011 Mr. Riggs “Watervale” Riesling From the outset, producing a Riesling from Australia’s best Riesling region was on the list of icon wines to be pursued by winemaker Ben Riggs. Harvesting fruit from the Churinga vineyard (Kate’s Block) at Watervale … Continue reading
Logan is a family owned and operated winery located in the NSW Central Ranges (that’s Orange and Mudgee). Logan grow grapes in the neighbouring regions of Mudgee and Orange as across the two regions they cover altitudes from 500 metres … Continue reading
Lethbridge Wines grew from a friendship between Adrian Thomas, Ray Nadeson and Maree Collis. All three were busy establishing careers in science and medicine and shared a love of great wine which grew to be an obsession. Soon the afternoons … Continue reading
Lark Hill was established in 1978 by Sue & Dave Carpenter, high on the escarpment above Bungendore, 30km North East of Canberra. Lark Hill is a cold vineyard and at 860m elevation, is one of the highest plantings in the … Continue reading
Langmeil Winery embodies the ideals inspired by the refinement of knowledge shared from generations of Barossan’s – real people making real wine. Family owned and operated, the Lindner family is dedicated to producing wines from the varieties that have proven … Continue reading
FireWorks PR is a boutique public relations consultancy specialising in wine, food, travel & lifestyle. Established for over 8 years, FireWorks has an impressive portfolio and is delighted to be partnering to bring the Wrapped in Riesling event to the … Continue reading
De Bortoli Wines is a third generation family wine company established by Vittorio and Giuseppina De Bortoli in 1928. The couple emigrated to Australia from Northern Italy, from mountain villages at the foothills of the Italian Alps, near the historic … Continue reading
Sommelier Kim Bickley’s passion for Riesling is unparalleled. A Finalist in the Frankland Estate Riesling Scholarship in 2011 she really lives and breathes it! Continue reading
