This Is What They're Saying

Yaldara Farms Shiraz
The Newcastle Herald
June 18, 2008

"Australian Vintage Ltd, formerly McGuigan Simeon Wines, notched up 18 awards at the recent Pacific Rim International Wine Competition in San Bernardino, California.  One of its flagship reds, the Yaldara Farms 2006 Shiraz won the trophy for the best $US30 and over shiraz class... and is due for release next year.  The 2004 version won a gold medal in the 2004 $US30 and over shiraz class... Wine critic John Lewis reviewed the wine in November and gave it five stars."


Brian McGuigan
Huon Hooke, Good Living, The Sydney Morning Herald
June 3, 2008

"The Hunter Valley has a new legend in Brian McGuigan. The man who revived Wyndham Estate and made it a household name, then founded McGuigan Simeon (now called Australian Vintage), has joined a select list with the title bestowed on him at the second annual Hunter Valley Awards on Thursday." 


Nepenthe Adelaide Hills Pinot Gris 2007
Ken Gargett, The Courier Mail
May 31, 2008

"There are some forceful aromas here with hints of minerals and matchsticks. The palate impresses more."


McGuigan Discover Pinot Grigio 2007
Ian MacTavish, Better Homes & Gardens
May 2008

"A wonderful charmer from Victoria… delightfully fruity, it’s balanced with a crisp, citrus zing.”


More of the latest endorsements, reviews and awards for our brands are available to download below (in PDF format).