WINE
Reckless chemical use challenged
November 4, 2008
Frost and chemicals can both have dire consequences for grapevines, but the big difference is that one of these deadly threats can be avoided…and the other one can’t.
Over the past year, several incidents of spray drift in the Limestone Coast have caused significant crop losses - in one case, an estimated four hectares grapes were affected with a reduction of yield of 3.5 tonnes of grapes per hectare due to irresponsible chemical use, resulting in significant financial losses. Read more
Majella Cabernet wins major prize
October 31, 2008
Majella’s 2006 Cabernet scooped the major prize pool at last night’s 2008 Limestone Coast Wine Show presentation feast at the Naracoorte Town Hall.
After being named ‘Best Red’ and ‘Best Cabernet Sauvignon’, the Coonawarra drop went on to claim the Bill Redman Trophy for ‘Best Wine of Show’, with Majella viticulturalist, Anthony Lynn, receiving the major award for the night - the highly coveted Arthur Hoffman Trophy for Viticulturalist of Best Wine of Show. Read more
Wine show judging about to begin
October 27, 2008
Almost 500 bottles will be uncorked tomorrow morning when two days of judging for the 2008 Limestone Coast Wine Show gets under way at Coonawarra Hall.
A total of 470 entries from 72 exhibitors representing wineries across the region will be judged by a panel that includes new chairman Huon Hooke and guest international judge Julia Harding MW. Read more
Big field competes for wine awards
October 14, 2008
A total of 470 entries have been received for the 2008 Limestone Coast Wine Show from 72 different exhibitors.
“We’re thrilled with the response – particularly given that it’s happening in a year when most regional shows have had significant drops in the number of exhibits due to difficult harvests,” organising committee member Sarah Squire said. Read more
Wine yeast research breakthrough
October 8, 2008
In a world first, scientists at The Australian Wine Research Institute have cracked the genetic code of a wine yeast.
The breakthrough paves the way for development of improved wine yeast – a key ingredient in winemaking. Read more
Vignerons elect new president
September 1, 2008
The Coonawarra Vignerons have announced a new leadership team following their recent annual meeting. Michelle Stehbens is the incoming president with Sue Hodder as the vice-president.
“I am looking forward to continuing the promotion of Coonawarra as one the premier wine producing and tourism friendly regions within Australia,” Ms Stehbens said. Read more
Fosters might sell wine business
August 23, 2008
Speculation is mounting that Fosters will sell parts of its wine business, acquired in 2005 through the takeover of Southcorp.
Fosters owns vineyards in the Coonawarra including Wynns and Penfolds. The company has ceased production of the historic Samuel port label. Read more
Bluegums hold key to growth: ABARE
August 20, 2008
The Green Triangle’s burgeoning hardwood plantation sector is expected to create $250m in gross annual production in the next five to 10 years, according to a financial snapshot of the region’s industries.
The new figures were released on the eve of today’s ABARE Regional Outlook Conference in Mount Gambier. Read more
Enter online for wine show
August 13, 2008
Entries can now be posted on-line for the 2008 Limestone Coast Wine Show being held from October 27–31.
Last year, 75pc of registrations were lodged via the internet and it’s hoped that exhibitors will make the most of the facility again this year. Read more
Welcome rain at Coonawarra
August 13, 2008
Coonawarra has received almost as much rain over the first two weeks of August as was recorded for the entire month last year.
Farmers and viticulturists have welcomed the strong downpours, including 13.6mm on August 1 and 10.4mm on Sunday, after the region entered the month almost 100mm below average rainfall for the first half of the year. Read more
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