Fifteen fine finalists for Jimmy Watson trophy
Allan Watson, son of Jimmy, announcing the Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy Category finalists [©Wrights PR]
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The finalists for the most prestigious of the 21 awards on offer at The Royal Melbourne Wine Show - the renowned Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy and the Premier's Gold Trophy - were announced by Allan Watson (son of Jimmy Watson) and Minister Jacinta Allan this week.
The Royal Melbourne Wine Show is recognised by the wine producers as an important competition in which to benchmark their produce and celebrate excellence, by recognising high quality wines across a range of varietals and styles.
Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy 2007 vintage finalists are:
- Fraser Gallop Estate - Cabernet Sauvignon
- Watershed Premium Wine - Awakening Cabernet
- Mount Langi Ghiran - Langi Shiraz
- Evans & Tate - Reserve Shiraz
- Charles Sturt University - Shiraz
- Xabregas - Shiraz
- Bay of Fires - Pinot Noir
- Paringa Estate - Pinot Noir
- Flametree - Cabernet Merlot
- Clockwork - Cabernet Merlot
- Amberley - Cabernet Merot
- Fraser Gallop Estate - Cabernet Merlot
- Millbrook - Limited Release Shiraz Cabernet
- Blackbilly - GSM
- Starvedog Lane - Shiraz Viognier
The Premier's Gold Trophy contenders are:
- Helen's Hill - Chardonnay 2007
- Allinda - Barrel Select Chardonnay 2007
- Delatite Winery - Riesling 2008
- B. Seppelt - Jaluka Chardonnay 2006
- R L Buller & Son - Beverford Gold Botrytis Semillon 2006
The winners will be announced at the Royal Melbourne Wine Show presentation dinner to be held on 13 November at the Hilton on the Park.
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Traolach / XabregasWatershed Premium WinesEvans & Tate (Redbrook Vineyard & Lionel's Vineyard)Evans & Tate Redbrook Vineyard is located in Wilyabrup, in the Margaret River, Western Australia. Lionel's Vineyard is not open to the public. read more
Amberley EstateAmberley Estate is set amid a picturesque landscape of natural bushland, extensive vineyards and manicured gardens branding the property as one of the finest in ... read more
Helen's Hill EstateHelen's Hill Estate — named in memory of the property’s previous owner, Helen Fraser is situated on top of a splendid hill, commanding one of the finest views of ... read more
Allinda WineryEstablished in 1990 by Al and Linda Fencaros, Allinda Winery is situated at the foothills of The Great Dividing Range at the northern-most end of the Yarra Valley ... read more
R.L. Buller and SonDelatiteDelatite, located near Mansfield in NE Victoria, is a medium-sized family run winery that was established in 1982 by Robert and Vivienne Ritchie. read more
Paringa Estate
Paringa Estate Winery was established at Red Hill on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula by owners Lindsay and Margaret McCall in 1985. The home property has 10 acres ... read more
Originally established in the 1870's Mount Langi Ghirans reputation is built on vision, quality and passion. Nestled in the Grampians at the Southern end of the ... read more
Bay of FiresLocated in the Pipers River wine region of Northern Tasmania, Bay of Fires Winery (formerly Rochecombe Vineyard and Heemskerk) BRL Hardy Group Bay of Fires Winery ... read more
Charles Sturt University WineryThe Charles Sturt University Winery is located in Wagga Wagga, in the Riverina wine region of New South Wales Big Rivers. read more
Fraser Gallop EstateFraser Gallop Estate vineyard is located in Wilyabrup, in the iconic Margaret River wine district, south of Perth in Western Australia. Fraser Gallop Estate was ... read more
Starve Dog LaneStarve Dog Lane Winery is situated in Reynella, on the famous Fleurieu Peninsula amongst the Adelaide Hills, iconic wine growing district, South Eastern Australia. read more
Blackbilly WinesBlackbilly wine is produced from the rich vineyards of the famous McLaren Vale district of South Australia. Blackbilly's aim is to produce wines that have richness, ... read more
Each year the Royal Melbourne Wine Show competition culminates in the announcement of the championship trophies, including the renowned Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy, ... read more
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