JUDGE PROFILE

Partner and winemaker for the Quealy Winemakers winery on Mornington Peninsula. He was at the forefront of early winemaking of the pinot gris/grigio variety as the partner winemaker for T’Gallant. Has vintaged in Alsace, France, and Colio, Italy, in his desire to further his intricate knowledge of the variety. A passionate advocate.

JUDGE PROFILE

Winemaker for Bird in Hand Wines, for the past seven years. He’s vintaged in Northern Rhone and Canada, along with Margaret River, McLaren Vale and the Swan Valley. He has completed the Australian Wine Assessment Course (AWAC).

JUDGE PROFILE

Editor/publisher Winestate Magazine. More than 35 years’ experience in the wine industry. Formerly founding publisher of the first US colour wine magazine, manager of the SA Wine Information Bureau, and wine educator with Regency College, in SA.