Josephine Perry of Dormilona in Margaret River took out the top title of the Riedel Young Gun of Wine.
Mark Baulderstone of Riedel Australia said of Perry’s win, “Riedel are proud to sponsor the top award because it represents creativity and excellence, virtues close to our hearts. Congratulations to Jo Perry on taking the trophy, a terrific winner. Her Dormilona wines are pushing the creative boundaries in Margaret River whilst maintaining precision and quality.”
The wine-buying public chose Ricky Evans of Two Tonne Tasmania to be awarded the People’s Choice, and the Ocean Eight Winemaker’s Choice went to Michael Downer of Murdoch Hill in the Adelaide Hills, as voted by the finalists.
Jasper Button of Commune of Buttons in Adelaide Hills won the Wine Australia Best New Act. Button’s focus on organic and biodynamic vineyards made him the standout this year.
Brian Walsh, Chairman of Wine Australia, said, “This competition is different from all others and brings a unique energy and vitality to the sector. In the decade of its existence, The Young Gun of Wine Awards has become an incubator for emerging talent in the Australian grape and wine community. A casual perusal of the nominees since 2007 reads like a who's who of the contemporary wine scene in Australia.
“Wine purchasing can be a daunting experience for some consumers, but to a person the young gun nominees work to demystify wine, talking of accessibility and fun, while simultaneously pushing the boundaries in their craft.”
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