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08/09/2008: 2008 Riverina Wine Show & International Sweet Wine Challenge - trophy results
Lillypilly Estate’s 2002 Noble Blend has won the International Sweet Wine of the Year for the second year running, beating a field of 97 wines including 19 overseas entries.
08/09/2008: New Barossa wine chief warns on oversupply
The Barossa’s incoming new wine chief today warned that oversupply continues to be the biggest risk to the reputation and sustainability of the Australian industry.
05/09/2008: Dollars and destinations: Have we missed the Asian boat?
How much does Australia spend on marketing its wines overseas? It’s a good question, one that wine producers who pay millions of dollars in levies to the Australian Wine and Brandy Corporation (AWBC) might like to know. However when a request was made to the AWBC it was politely refused.
05/09/2008: International triumph for Tasmanian Sauvignon Blanc
Tasmania’s global reputation for exceptional quality cool climate Sauvignon Blanc grew exponentially this week with the announcement that the Tamar Ridge Kayena Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc 2007 has been awarded the International Sauvignon Blanc Trophy at the prestigious 2008 Decanter World Wine Awards in London.
05/09/2008: New chief executive of CSIRO
The new chief executive of the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) was announced this week by the Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, Senator the Hon Kim Carr and the Chairman of the CSIRO Board, Dr John Stocker AO.
04/09/2008: September issue of Grapegrower & Winemaker out now
The September issue of the Grapegrower & Winemaker arrives as the vines burst into the season’s new growth. And as vines come into new growth, it is also the start of spring spraying season and growers will be assessing their spray programs and regimes for the months ahead. On this front, we have much to assist you in our September issue.
04/09/2008: Smart discusses climate effects at World Sauvignon Conference
Dr Richard Smart spoke at last week’s World Sauvignon Conference in Graz, Austria about the effect of climate on Sauvignon.
04/09/2008: Bundaleer Sparkling Shiraz wins Wine of the Year
In a huge coup for the Southern Flinders Ranges wine region, Bundaleer Wines’ Sparkling Shiraz has taken out the Wine of The Year, chosen by consumer judges, at the Hyatt Advertiser Wine of the Year Awards.
03/09/2008: Australian sommeliers rise to the top
Sydney sommelier, Ben Moechtar has been awarded ‘Dux’ of the prestigious Certified Sommeliers Exams conducted by the Court of Master Sommeliers in Sydney and Melbourne over the past week.
03/09/2008: Australia scoops four Decanter international trophies
At the star-studded Decanter World Wine Awards Dinner in London this week, the cream of the wine world applauded the announcement that Barossa’s Peter Lehmann winery had won an astonishing two International Trophies for best White Single Varietal and top Riesling, while Vasse Felix and Tamar Ridge were also voted the ‘best of the best’ by Decanter’s expert judges.
03/09/2008: Taltarni appoints new chief operating officer
Taltarni Vineyards have announced the promotion of Loïc Le Calvez to chief operating officer of production.
02/09/2008: Paxton announces 1% For The Planet donation
In January Paxton became the first Australian winery to join 1% For The Planet – a global organisation of environmentally aware businesses that donate 1% of their annual sales to environmental causes every year – and it’s now with great pleasure that Paxton announce their first 1% FTP donation.
29/08/2008: Barossa's Sorby Adams goes global
Sorby Adams Wines, one of the leading boutique producers from Barossa’s Eden Valley, is excited to introduce its premium international wine range, Collage.
29/08/2008: Regional Winemaker’s Dinners to become a regular event
Berry resident and General Manager of the Novotel Wollongong Northbeach Hotel, Walter Immoos has long been a supporter of the regional food and wine industry. Living in the heart of the Shoalhaven Wine Region, Walter is keen to share the secrets of the South Coast.
28/08/2008: Sexy Spain... so hot right now
The Finca Antigua 2005 Syrah from La Mancha is, to quote the influential US wine writer Josh Raynolds, 'a chippy piece of crap'. Clearly it’s not the wine of choice for the writer but at just US$9 a bottle the Spanish red is a roaring success with his fellow drinkers in the US. So much so, Raynolds felt compelled to show the wine at the recent International Shiraz Alliance in the Barossa Valley.
27/08/2008: Sydney International Wine Competition exceeds entry cap
The 2000 entries cap has been exceeded for the above. A wait list has been established, with some entries within the 2000 entries cap having bottling date issues and similar, still to be finalised.
27/08/2008: Yarraman Estate wins Hunter Export Award 2008
Yarraman Estate, winery and vineyard, has taken out top honours for their region in the 2008 Hunter Export Awards, receiving the Upper Hunter Exporter of the Year Award at a gala ceremony held at Newcastle’s Conservatorium of Music on Friday 22 August 2008.
26/08/2008: Entries closing soon for 2008 Blackwood Valley & WA Boutique Wine Show
There is less than two weeks remaining to get your entry forms in for the 2008 Blackwood Valley & WA Boutique Wine Show.
22/08/2008: Taylors nominated for International Red Winemaker of the Year
Family owned winery Taylors, from the Clare Valley, has been nominated as one of just three finalists for International Red Winemaker of the Year at the 2008 International Wine Challenge.
20/08/2008: Latest Wine Industry Journal out now!
'Climate change' and 'global warming' are terms that have become part of the wine industry's vernacular over recent years, and in the latest issue of the Wine Industry Journal, Western Australia's Happs and Three Hills owner Erl Happ challenges these theories in this issue's opinion column.
15/08/2008: Nominations are open for Young Winemaker of the Year Award
Nominations for The Wine Society Young Winemaker of the Year Award 2008 are now open! Since its inception in 2001, the Award has steadfastly pursued its mission of recognising and celebrating the wine industry’s prodigious youth.
28/04/2008: Share your story for a chance to win prizes
Tell us in 100 words or less what you believe has been a key finding, development or invention in the Australian wine industry in the past 45 years for a chance to win a pair of Pellenc LiXion shears (Retail value $2490 + GST) and Grapegrower & Winemaker lifetime subscription.
European Wine Industry News
22/07/2008: Deadline for International Wine and Spirit Competition drawing near
The prestigious International Wine and Spirit Competition, based in England is calling for entries from Australia.
26/06/2008: Xavier de Eizaguirre is new President of Vinexpo
Earlier this month, Xavier de Eizaguirre was appointed as President of Vinexpo Bordeaux, the international wine and spirits exhibition, during a meeting of the Supervisory Board of the company.
11/06/2008: Enter in the world of the best Muscats
The 8th annual Muscats du Monde® competition will take place on 18-19 July, 2008 in Frontignan-la-Peyrade, France.
10/06/2008: Big brands blaze trail to Netherlands
While European markets are generally, just ticking along, The Netherlands has been growing at a much faster rate.
Events
02/09/2008: Heathcote Wine and Food Festival to be held on first weekend in October
Another glorious gastronomic fair will set tongues tasting at the launch of this year’s seventh annual Heathcote Wine and Food Festival 2008 at the Heathcote Showgrounds.
01/09/2008: Seminar addresses the global wine challenge
Grapegrowers and winemakers from Western Victoria will learn how to keep up with a demanding global wine market, whilst reducing their environmental footprint, at the third annual Western Victoria Viticulture Seminar on Friday 3 October.
01/09/2008: Pick the Region competition
Coriole Vineyards is conducting its first Regional Shiraz Tasting competition on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 September at Coriole.
26/08/2008: Water management workshops to help Renmark grapegrowers survive
The first of a series of ten regional workshops aimed at helping grape growers manage their way through the coming 2008 season will be held next week in the Riverland.
25/08/2008: Murrumbateman Movie Feast
Murrumbateman Moving Feast 2008 on the 4-5 October is in its third year and has grown to a major event on the Canberra wine and food calendar.
18/08/2008: Rare reds unearthed in Bendigo
Rare Reds Unearthed is a new Bendigo event to profile the rare wine gems from the region’s smaller wineries - those who don’t have a cellar door outlet.
15/08/2008: International exhibition in Shanghai draws worldwide interest
For the first time an all-international wine exhibition will take place in China. In the booming city of Shanghai from 25-27 June 2009.
15/08/2008: Leading Hunter Valley wineries to shine at Shoal Bay festival
Eight leading Hunter Valley wineries have been announced as this year’s Rising Stars to launch the 2008 Shoal Bay Jazz Wine and Food Festival.
13/08/2008: Wine auction to raise funds for men’s health
A men’s health organisation – set up in memory of wine writer Tony Hitchin – is about to hold a stellar wine auction to raise funds for men’s health.
12/08/2008: Record entries expected for 2008 National Cool Climate Wine Show
Following 2007's approximate 900 entries, the National Cool Climate Wine Show (NCCWS) anticipates a rise in numbers at this year's show, to be held again in Bathurst from 14-17 October 2008.
11/08/2008: Let the public be the judge
King Valley Vignerons’ unique Shed Wine Show will be held on 4 October this year – it is the only wine show awards where the prizes are based on the scores of the general public.
06/08/2008: Windowrie to host Concert in the Vineyard
Windowrie Estate recently announced that it is teaming up with renowned chorale, The Macquarie Male Singers, for a spectacular Concert in the Vineyard.
05/08/2008: Mornington Peninsula October Pinot Week
Mornington Peninsula’s annual Pinot Week has moved away from the often intense excitement, hustle and bustle of autumn harvest time to a week when winemakers can take more time to share the fruits of their labour.
02/07/2008: World Food Exchange comes to South Australia
The inaugural World Food Exchange is a unique, must-attend event coming to South Australia in September - and you can be part of it.
02/07/2008: Engineering association tours New Zealand
An opportunity exists for Australian wine industry representatives to tour through New Zealand’s wine regions to participate in informative discussions and network with New Zealand colleagues, from 14-20 September 2008.
24/06/2008: Southern Tasmanian Vineyards launches its second White Wine Weekend
Over 50 white wines from 20 southern Tasmanian vineyards will again be the feature of the Southern Tasmanian Vineyards White Wine Weekend in Hobart on 20-21 September 2008.
18/03/2008: 21st century grape research: challenges and opportunities
Springtime in Adelaide, South Australia, just one of many reasons to attend the Eighth International Symposium on Grapevine Physiology and Biotechnology in November 2008.
New Zealand Wine Industry News
27/08/2008: Best Aromatic search on
Entries for the 2008 International Aromatic Wine Competition are now open. The competition, held in conjunction with the Royal New Zealand Show, has commenced its search for the best of the best aromatic wine varieties available in the market for New Zealand wine drinkers.
25/08/2008: Amisfield Wine Company appoints new winemaker
Renowned New Zealand winemaker Claire Mulholland has been appointed by Amisfield Wine Company.
22/08/2008: Hawke’s Bay Syrah takes on Aussie reds
Hawke’s Bay’s wine producers should be gearing up to take the Australian’s head on in the red wine stakes in light of the growing excitement for New Zealand wines.
22/08/2008: Huia ‘walks the talk’ of carboNZero certification
Family-owned New Zealand wine company, Huia Vineyards Limited, has achieved carboNZero certification.
19/08/2008: Fresh approach awards program announces finalists for 2008
Judging took place for the Esvin Innovation in Wine Awards last Thursday with judges noting the competition was stiff and the calibre of entries was excellent across both categories.
07/08/2008: New Zealand Cabernet Merlot Forum dates confirmed
Hawke’s Bay Winegrowers, in conjunction with NZ Winegrowers, is pleased to confirm that the inaugural NZ Cabernet Merlot Forum will be held on 6-7 November 2008 at the Hawke’s Bay Opera House, Hastings.
05/08/2008: Hawke’s Bay: rich in wine stories
Hawke’s Bay winemakers have been told to ‘tell stories’ to strengthen their marketing.
