[London June 2023]
The prestigious Decanter World Wine Awards for 2023 were announced earlier this month in London, with Gold Medals awarded to our our Classic Muscat (96 points) and Museum Rare Muscat (95 points). A huge accolade for our fortified program and ranking the Classic Muscat in the top 21 fortified wines of the world! 

Also judged in London this month was the 39th annual International Wine Challenge. Gold medals were awarded to our Artizan Rare Muscat (95 points) and Rare Tawny Fortified (95 points) 

"Australian fortified wine triumphs! - Australia has a long and distinguished history of making fortified wines, but production declined in the 60s. It is great to see winemakers responding to the growing global demand for fortified wines and drawing on their winemaking heritage to produce some outstanding wines in this category” commented IWC Co-Chair, Sam Caporn MW.

Sommeliers Choice Awards 2023
[San Fransisco June 2023]
Continued success across the Atlantic in the United States. Americas top sommeliers and wine judges assembled in San Francisco California in early June, to judge the 2023 Sommeliers Choice Awards.

We were fortunate to be awarded with four Gold medals from four entries!
It is wonderful to see our wines so well received on the international stage. 

Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2017
Ruby appearance, Cherry and blueberry notes on nose and palate too. A hint of oak on the palate. Medium acidity with good tannins. Well balanced very good wine. [GOLD]

Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
Deep ruby, blue fruit and green bell pepper on the nose. Follows through the palate with a bit of jalapeño flavour. Medium acidity with well integrated tannins. [GOLD]

Museum Rare Muscat
Hazelnut, figs, and walnuts on the nose. Round and opulent on the palate, lifted acidity that keeps this fresh and lively. Complex and well balanced, great wine. [GOLD]

Artizan Rare Muscat
Pistachio, figs and sweet tobacco on the nose. Walnuts and prunes on palate with round rich mouthfeel that is immediately lifted by refreshing acidity that leads to a light and delicate finish. [GOLD]

 

Winestate Magazine’s annual Wine of the Year awards have just been announced and we are thrilled to be recognised as joint-finalists for Australian Winemaker of the Year 2022 and Wine Company of the Year 2022! 

This is wonderful recognition for our small family owned Estate which was established in 1975 by Annette’s parents Graham and Merilyn Hutton. It’s a true pleasure to continue to craft the award winning wines you like to drink! 

Look out for the print edition of the Winestate Annual available on newsstands in January, featuring our top ranking wines.

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