Munari Wines
Heathcote , Victoria
Winery Overview
An authentic, family owned and run winery in the heart of Heathcote on famous Cambrian bedrock, Munari Wines have been producing estate grown and bottled wines full of depth and character for 30 years. Boasting a full range, Munari Wines is not just famous for Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon but also explore other emerging varietals, Garganega and Sangiovese as well as dessert wines.
By successfully exporting to China, Taiwan, UK, France & USA on and off for 20 years they have built a premium brand both domestically and nationally. Visit the rustic cellar door and experience the history, family style hospitality and wines with a true sense of place.
Chief Winemaker/s
Adrian Munari (Winemaker & Viticulturalist), India Munari (Assistant Winemaker)
Winemaker Bio
Adrian Munari made the tree change from inner-city Melbourne to regional Victoria late 1991 with his wife Deborah after having completed his Certificate of Applied Science (Winemaking) at Charles Sturt, Wagga Wagga. What was meant to be a few years of grape growing while he dipped his toe into the industry became a steep learning curve of producing whites and reds in his first year on the job.
Adrian prides himself in his exploration of producing different wines and styles and has produced Verdelo, Chardonnay, Sangiovese, Malbec, Petit Verdot, Late Harvest and Fortified Shiraz over his years of winemaking.
Adrian continues his passion for winemaking and viticulture. Crafting more fruit concentrated, beautifully rounded and charismatic wines that uphold the reputation of a first class Heathcote wine region.
Assistant Winemaker: India Munari
India Munari is the Assistant Winemaker & General Manager at Munari Wines. She manages the day-to-day operations, marketing and administration as well as the sales arm of the business. She has a passion to promote the region and is the vice-president at Heathcote Tourism & Development. She enjoys delivering easy to understand wine training in a fun and informal way and getting those new to wine engaged and excited.
Her previous role as a Wine Ambassador for global company Pernod Ricard Winemakers was an excellent foundation and introduction to the world of wine where she travelled Australia and the world learning about wine, viticulture & marketing with brands Jacobs Creek, Campo Viejo, Brancott Estate & St Hugo. India believes the art of blending is absolutely critical to maintaining the integrity and house style of the wines and works closely with Adrian Munari to ensure this.
Career highlights include Associate Judging at the Heathcote Wine Show, completing a vintage in the Napa Valley and being a finalist in the Regional Women in Business Category of the Bendigo Business Excellence Awards.
