On Wednesday we will be running two masterclasses on our stand.
We aren’t taking registrations for these events, just turn up on the day. We recommend arriving early as spaces are limited.
Victorian Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in focus
Victoria, located in the far south-east corner of Australia, boasts the greatest diversity of regional climates in the country, making it home to a vast array of varieties and wine styles. And none are more recognised on the world stage than Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. From cool-climate coastal sites battered by the Southern Ocean to the high-altitude alps of the Great Dividing Range, Victorian Chardonnay and Pinot Noir rival some of the very best expressions from the Old World. Join renowned writer, broadcaster and commentor Joe Wadsack as we discover a range of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from some of Victoria’s most iconic producers.
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The rise of Australia’s alternative varieties
With some of the most ancient soils and oldest vines on the planet, and contemporary, innovative winemakers, Australia is full of contrasts and surprises. From Tempranillo in McLaren Vale to Roussanne in Barossa, find out why alternative varieties are a growing movement in the Australian wine scene. Alternative varieties make up around 3 per cent of Australia’s vineyard area – a small but exciting percentage. Without laws restricting what can be planted and where, Australia has become a hotbed of innovation and experimentation. These alternative varieties play an important role in many regions, where they complement the classics and keep things fresh.
Get to know what’s ‘alternative’ and which varieties are thriving in Australia, and discover pioneering wineries pushing boundaries and creating new styles.
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