Archive for August 26th, 2010

The 2010 Landmark Australia Tutorial in the Yarra Valley will build on the success of last year’s inaugural event, with an expanded group of participants heading to Australia from around the globe to experience our finest regional wine.

 

Participants will visit Australia from the UK, Canada, the United States, Denmark, Germany and emerging Asian markets of China, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Japan.  In addition, two Australian participants will take part.

 
Each week we will be unveiling a selection of the masterclasses presented at the Landmark Australia Tutorial.  The first highlights are:
 
Day One: Australia’s Regional Classics presented by Michael Hill-Smith AM MW, winemaker Shaw & Smith
A context-setting narrative that explains the historic origin as well as the contemporary evolution of Australia’s finest wines.  Introducing bench-mark expressions of regional definition and excellence.
 
Day Two: Sparkling Wine presented by Ed Carr, Sparkling Winemaker and Dr Tony Jordan, Oenologist, Oenotech Pty. Ltd.
Some of the coolest sites on the Mainland and in Tasmania are defining the landscape for Australia’s premium sparking wines. A tasting of exceptional wines across many styles and regions will demonstrate the potential of this category to add to the acclaim for Australian fine wine.
 
Day Two: Shiraz presented by Tim Kirk
A variety that deserves greater recognition for its many accents and styles.  An exciting line-up of the country’s best, exploring varietal expression by region, as well as the added dimension of Shiraz-based blends.
 
Day Two: The Great Australian Blend presented by Charlie Melton
A sum greater than its parts. The well-known synergies that can come from blending different varieties are explored in this masterclass – from the classic expression of Australian Cabernet/Shiraz through to the ongoing evolution of Grenache/Shiraz/Mourvedre and beyond.