Wine Australia

Free smoke exposure risk workshops are coming to Victoria, with registrations now open. These four-hour workshops are designed to help you assess smoke exposure risk and make informed decisions in the vineyard and winery. Learn about smoke exposure chemistry, testing and analysis options, the Wine Industry Smoke Detector (WISD) system, and industry tools and resources to support decision-making. Lunch will be provided. Register to attend at: https://lnkd.in/dU9pnQ6v La Trobe University Goanna Ag

What should happen to CCA-treated timber trellis posts when they reach the end of their useful life? With an estimated 10,300 to 26,100 tonnes of CCA-treated timber posts removed from Australian vineyards each year, it is important to find practical and environmentally sound end-of-life solutions. Wine Australia is part of the project team developing a national stewardship framework to explore potential solutions, including end-of-life pathways, alternative materials and options for a future stewardship scheme. Join the first online information session on 18 November to learn more about the project and how you can contribute to the development of the framework. When: Wednesday, 18 November, 2:30pm – 3:30pm AEDT Where: Zoom Register: https://lnkd.in/gJ-xpPfw

Aaron Ridgway attended ProWine São Paulo earlier this month, where Eduardo Milan, wine critic and taster, led a masterclass on Classic and Contemporary Australia to a full house. The guided tasting included classic Australian styles along with some of the innovative expressions that are redefining Australian wine today, with wines from d’Arenberg, Vasse Felix, Unico Zelo, Angove, Dandelion Vineyards and Yalumba. There is excitement and optimism among importers working with Australian wines already, and a strong willingness to learn more about the category and share that with Brazilian trade and consumers. d'Arenberg Vasse Felix Unico Zelo Angove Family Winemakers Dandelion Vineyards Yalumba ProWine São Paulo Gabrielle Hall

Help shape the future of Australia's grapevine planting material 🌱 Wine Australia is inviting nominations for an independent Chair and Membership of the Australian Grapevine Standards Committee that will support VitiCert Australia — the new national certification program giving growers greater confidence in the vines they plant. The committee will bring together industry representatives to provide independent oversight and guidance of Australia's grapevine propagation standards and practices. Its activities will help ensure that grapevine planting material remains high quality, traceable and trusted by industry, while supporting continuous improvement across Australia's grapevine propagation and vine improvement systems. Find out more and apply for the position of Independent Chair or to be a committee member here: https://lnkd.in/dM5ASFAy

After identifying market potential in Poland, as documented in our Market Bulletin: Five reasons why Poland is a wine market to watch, Wine Australia hosted a trade tasting and masterclass on Australian Wines in Warsaw as part of its European roadshow with New Zealand Wine in early October. The Warsaw trade activity was described as the highlight of the roadshow, with the masterclass so full even standing room was taken! Wine Australia analysts noted that Poland’s gross domestic product is forecast to grow by 3% this year alone, which is the strongest growth rate of any of the ten largest economies in the EU. You can read our Market Bulletin on the Polish market here: https://lnkd.in/gf7B-fiJ

As a group of top UK sommeliers prepare to fly to Australia for their trade visit with Wine Australia, The Buyer's Richard Siddle has interviewed them about why they want to go and what they hope Australia can deliver for them and their restaurants. Read Richard's article here: https://lnkd.in/eSJ9hr8V Laura Jewell MW Emma Baumann Seoridh Fraser Freddie Johnson The Ledbury - Notting Hill Elisa Marchini Muse by Tom Aikens Patrycja Ewa Szpiech Court of Master Sommeliers Europe Leo E. Vasileiou

Australian wine exports have seen contrasting performance across key markets. Against an overall decline in the past year, exports to Southeast Asia and Canada have shown strong growth, disparate to the more challenging conditions in the United States. This Market Bulletin looks beyond the headline results to help exporters understand where opportunities are emerging, where conditions remain challenging and what trends are shaping key markets. Read the full bulletin here: https://lnkd.in/dZJsSdk2

Over 110,000 bottles of Australian wine were sold through the LCBO across Ontario during a Middle Nesting Table Activation in July/August. This reflects a 17.9% increase in Year-on-Year sales of Australian wine for the period at the LCBO, with an 82% average sales lift across participating stores. Over 6,000 samples were distributed through an in-store tasting campaign, featuring 36 wines, with over 1,800 bottles sold during the tastings. This program was a partnership between Wine Australia, the LCBO and participating wineries, and was supported by the Accessing New Markets Initiative (ANMI) to amplify the campaign across digital, social media and in-store tastings. #Wine Australia #Austrade #ANMI

Happy Fiano Day! Originating from the Campania region in southern Italy, Fiano has since made a home for itself in Australia, where it shines in Australian soil, holding onto its bright acidity with little water inputs and a higher-than-average tolerance for the heat. Last year's Fiano Festa campaign by Mastermind Consulting and Oliver's Taranga Vineyards, which initiated Fiano Day, achieved an approximate reach of 2.7 million, with a reported 24.5k social media interactions and a 58% increase in Google searches for Fiano wine. Join in the celebrations and enjoy a glass of Australian Fiano this Fiano Day. Thanks to all the Fiano producers who jumped on board to support this year's Fiano Day: Oliver's Taranga Vineyards Briar Ridge Vineyard Chalmers Wine Cupitt's Estate First Ridge Wines Mastermind Consulting Mr. Mick Cellar Door and Kitchen Saddler's Creek Wines Santolin Wines Tim Adams Wines Unico Zelo

One week remaining to apply for Round 8 of the Australian Government’s Wine Tourism and Cellar Door Grant. Check the eligibility criteria and application requirements at https://lnkd.in/e542A8S.