With a legacy of crafting quality wines spanning decades, De Bortoli Wines has cemented their position as a prominent figure in the Australian wine industry. The family owned company further solidified their position as an industry leader with their remarkable performance at the 2024 National Capital Wine Show.
Since its inception, the National Capital Wine Show has served as a yardstick for the finest Australian wines. Only the highest-awarded wines from qualifying Australian wine shows are eligible to compete, making winning at this event a testament to excellent quality and craftsmanship.
De Bortoli Wines made several trips to the podium this year and among the standout performers was the 2023 Rosé Rosé which claimed the coveted Rosé trophy. This award-winning wine boasts intense fruit aromas of fresh berries, watermelon and pomegranate delivering a dangerously fresh experience with a hint of spice.
Roberto Delgado accepts Rosé Trophy for Rosé Rosé
Equally deserving of praise was the 2022 Handcrafted Heathcote Shiraz that secured the Shiraz Trophy. Handcrafted with care by Chief winemaker, Steve Webber, this wine authentically encapsulates the very essence of Heathcote, boasting a deep colour with purple edge and very silky tannins.
Jacob Zanatta accepts the Shiraz Trophy for Handcrafted Heathcote Shiraz
Adding to these accolades was the 2022 Ancient Soils, which clinched the trophy for Alternate Red Blends. Crafted from Iberian grape varieties Tempranillo and Touriga, it offers an intense, compelling and a deeply scented experience.
Three fortified wines, the NV Black Noble, NV Show Liqueur Muscat and the NV Rutherglen Estate Classic Muscat, also took home gold medals further highlighting De Bortoli’s expertise in producing wines of quality. Alongside these gold medal wins, the company also secured an impressive array of 13 silver and 13 bronze medals.
Reflecting on these achievements, Managing Director Darren De Bortoli stated, “We’re absolutely thrilled! It's incredibly rewarding to see our dedication to quality and tradition being recognized, and it's a testament to the hard work of our team.”
These wins at the 2024 National Capital Wine Show add to De Bortoli's impressive track record of success. With each accolade, De Bortoli continues to reaffirm its commitment to excellence and innovation in winemaking.
Cheers to De Bortoli and their achievements!
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