For more than 160 years, Rutherglen has been celebrated for its world-class Muscat and richly expressive reds. But the story of this historic North East Victorian region is expanding. With warm days, cool alpine nights, and long, dry autumns, Rutherglen is proving itself as a remarkable home for fresh, textural whites and other elegant varietals.
De Bortoli’s One Line is at the forefront of this evolution, showcasing a new side of Rutherglen that’s been recognised on the national and international stage.
The 2024 One Line Pinot Grigio made headlines at the 2025 National Wine Show of Australia, taking home the prestigious Best Pinot Gris/Grigio Trophy, alongside a Gold Medal. Its success continued with further Golds at the Hobart Wine Show and the Victorian Wine Show, firmly establishing it as one of the finest examples of Pinot Grigio in Australia.
The 2025 vintage carried on the momentum, winning a Gold Medal at the Perth Wine Show.
Proving Rutherglen’s capacity to craft distinctive whites, the One Line Fiano was awarded a Silver Medal at the 2025 UK International Wine Challenge. With its citrus, spice, and hazelnut character, it reflects the region’s ability to create wines of both texture and intrigue.
The One Line Tempranillo has been showered with accolades across Australia and abroad, including Gold Medals at the Cairns Wine Show and Cowra Wine Show, and Silver Medals at the Decanter World Wine Awards, the International Wine & Spirit Competition, and the UK International Wine Challenge.
These results highlight not only the strength of the varietal in Rutherglen’s climate but also its rising appeal on the world stage.
The One Line Sangiovese also claimed the Trophy for Best Sangiovese at the 2025 Sydney Wine Show, supported by Gold Medals at the 2025 Perth and Sydney Wine Shows and a collection of Silver Medals from highly regarded global competitions including the International Wine & Spirit Competition, The Drinks Business Global Sangiovese Masters and the UK International Wine Challenge.
Together, these achievements highlight not only the strength of the One Line range, but also the exciting evolution of Rutherglen. Long known for fortified wines and powerhouse reds, the region is now stepping confidently into a new chapter, one that celebrates diversity, innovation and the remarkable quality of wines being crafted beyond its traditional signatures.
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