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Family owned and controlled, Bollinger is dedicated to producing a consistent and distinctive style of Champagne. Bollinger’s wines are predicated by their unique vineyards: rich, assertive and with great power yet always with finesse. To reinforce its commitment to style and quality, Bollinger launched its Charter of Ethics and Quality in 1992 (reinforced by its Ten Commitments), which guarantees the continuity of the policy of the House for the years to come. In 2006 the prestigious French wine magazine La Revue du Vin de France surveyed the most significant group of sommeliers and wine writers for them to nominate the top 50 Champagne Houses which would be regarded as the most responsible for the greatness of Champagne as a unique wine region. Bollinger was selected as the number one House by this group.
Clover Hill was established in 1986, in the Piper’s River region of north-east Tasmania as a sparkling wine estate, dedicated to making an outstanding Australian vintage sparkling wine.
Crafted according to traditional methods from classic sparkling varieties, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, Clover Hill’s ideal climatic conditions and terroir produce a sparkling wine of richness, concentration and superb structure.
Rumball is renowned for its uniquely Australian Sparkling shiraz made by the traditional method, from grapes grown in the long cool summers of Coonawarra.
Petaluma's vision is to make world class wines from the classic European varieties by choosing the best region for each variety and acquiring or planting the best vineyard in that region. The simple hallmark Petaluma yellow label has come to represent Australian wines of refined elegance but stamped indelibly with characteristics of the vineyards of origin. Petaluma wines have been established as New World classics representative of the terroir of Australia’s best regions.
From the flagship wine, the famed Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz, to the popular Cricket Pitch range, Brokenwood’s commitment to producing wine of the highest quality is always evident. “Our philosophy is to produce wine that focuses on the unique regional characteristics of the Hunter Valley and premium wine regions throughout Australia.” Iain Riggs
Founded in 1961 by current owner and Managing Director, George Fistonich, Villa Maria is a privately owned winery. Villa Maria produces New Zealand’s most awarded wines and has achieved acclaim, both nationally and internationally since the early 1980’s.
This outstanding achievement is due to an uncompromising commitment and dedication to quality at all stages of the grape growing and winemaking processes. Villa Maria sources grapes from each of New Zealand’s premium grape growing regions: Marlborough, Hawkes Bay, Gisborne and produces wines in two state of the art wineries situated in Marlborough and Auckland. Villa Maria was the first major wine company in New Zealand to seal their wines with screwcaps, ensuring their wine reaches the consumer just as the winemaker intended.
Mitchelton and its history can be traced over the decades through the pervasive influence of the Goulburn River’s flow and the unfolding narrative of its distinctive wines. The river surrounds the vineyard on three sides, shaping the unique environment and climate of the Mitchelton estate and creating individual vineyards within a vineyard. Mitchelton’s team works in harmony with the land to unlock the best from individual blocks through innovation and attention to detail in the vineyard and the winery. This intimate and focused approach creates wines of distinct personality, finesse and longevity.
Wither Hills is committed to producing truly regional styles, reflecting the naturally rich and intense characters brought on by the unique conditions of the Marlborough region. Wither Hills is founded on the belief that fine wines are created from exceptional vineyards. Their philosophy, ‘created in the vineyard’, embodies their firm commitment to producing only the highest quality fruit which are in turn reflected in the wine styles. The combination of intelligent winemaking and viticultural expertise is a powerful one that yields genuine rewards for those who appreciate premium wine. Today Wither Hills are regarded as benchmark producers for New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Tatachilla has been a part of McLaren Vale since vines were first planted over 100 years ago. Today the bright patchwork of olive groves, avocado orchards and rows of vines bordered by the South Australian coast impart a Mediterranean flavour to this evolving region.
Tatachilla’s wines evoke classic McLaren Vale characteristics blended with contemporary Mediterranean cues. The wines reflect the true character of the grapes, balancing a healthy respect for the vineyard with a light touch in the winery.
Established by the Lloyd family in 1967, Coriole is situated in the Seaview sub-region of the beautiful McLaren Vale wine region. Coriole is family owned and operated and has established a reputation for being a dynamic and innovative producer. Sangiovese was pioneered in Australia by Coriole with the first plantings in 1985. Other Italian varieties such as Fiano have Coriole at the forefront of alternative varieties. Chenin Blanc & Shiraz have a long and successful history at Coriole, with the flagship, Lloyd Reserve Shiraz included in Langton's Classified Wines of Australia.
The Bowen Estate vineyards were established in 1972. Doug and Joy Bowen, joined by their daughter Emma continue the tradition of producing classic Coonawarra wines from hand pruned vines. The vineyards are situated in the heart of Coonawarra on prime terra rossa soil.
With over 30 vintages produced at Bowen Estate, the wines consistently reflect the true characteristics of the area. Emma now joining her parents, only enhances the continuity of the classic Coonawarra style.
Sandalford Wines was established in 1840 and is today privately owned by the Prendiville family. The Estate Reserve wines are based upon our Margaret River Estate vineyard and reflect the epitome of winemaking expertise, utilising the fruit from this old and dry grown vineyard In the last 5 years the full potential of this vineyard has been realised with the entire range winning praise from notable wine writers and a series of trophies and gold medals at both national and international wine shows.
At the Malt Shovel Brewery in Camperdown, we create some of Australia’s most flavoursome beers, in honour of James Squire - convict, thief and above all, Australia’s first brewer. Discover our first class beers and what makes us passionate about being brewers. And you’ll see why we believe you should Never Forsake Flavour.
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