Vino Versa

20/06/2022

12/01/2022

Hits the spot!

13/02/2021

A little wine science....

𝗗𝗶𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄?

After joining the Penfolds Nuriootpa winery in 1935, Dr Ray Beckwith made major contributions to modern winemaking processes.

Quite notable was his pH research and the understanding of its role in the prevention of wine disorders. This experimentation provided the foundation for Max Schubert’s pioneering work with Grange Hermitage the following year in 1951.

🤓This wine nerd fact is proudly brought to you by the Barossa Vintage Reports 👉 http://www.barossawine.com/barossa-vintages/history/1950s/

04/02/2021

Today was a special day as we hand picked HVD Old Vines Chardonnay, the final Chardonnay grapes for the 2021 vintage.
HVD was planted in 1908 and is the oldest Chardonnay vineyard in Australia, and arguably the world.

05/01/2021

Now that’s old.

How old is 𝗼𝗹𝗱?

We're incredibly proud of our old-vine history - we have the world's oldest, continuously producing Shiraz, Grenache, Mataro, Cabernet Sauvignon and Semillon vines right here in Barossa (yes, the 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱'𝘀 oldest!)

But how long does it take for a vine to be considered 'old'?

To make things easy, we've instituted the Barossa Old Vine Charter, defining vines by their age:

Old vine = 35+ years
Survivor vine = 75+ years
Centenarian vine = 100+ years
Ancestor vine = 125+ years

Keen to know which vineyards are registered? 👉https://www.barossawine.com/vineyards/old-vine-charter/

26/06/2020

It's about time to spoil yourself again. For those who've been working from home and not getting out as much as you'd like, here's some more tasty craft beers and wines to enjoy at your leisure:

How about Vino Versa Dark and Hazy Pack, including:
1 can each of One Drop Limited Release Blueberry Choc Muffin Nitro Imperial Pastry Stout (440ml), Beerfarm Royal Haze IPA (375ml), Hope Brewery Hefeweizen (375ml) and Beerfarm Milk Stout (375ml), along with a bottle of Spinifex Rose 2019 (Barossa Valley) and a bottle of Dandelion Vineyards Lionheart of the Barossa Shiraz 2018.

Or, Vino Versa Lightness and Fruit Pack, including:
1 can each of Hope Brewery Mango Hazy IPA (375ml), Beerfarm Asam Boi Gose Salted Plum Sour (375ml), Beerfarm Bubblina Sparkling Grape Sour Berliner Weisse Blended with Wild Fermented Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc Grapes (500ml) and One Drop Limited Release T-3020 IPA (440ml), along with a bottle of Barringwood Tasmanian Cuvee Methode Traditionelle and a bottle of Deep Woods Estate Chardonnay 2019 (Margaret River).

These packs are ready to go, delivered to your door (Sutherland Shire only), for $89.

Or, you could spoil yourself with Vino Versa Betwixt - The Lot (includes everything) delivered to your door (Sutherland Shire only), for $169.

If you're not in the Sutherland Shire, give me a call and we can arrange delivery for a small freight cost. To order, contact me through Messenger, via text on 0417 780 865 or email [email protected].

Not exactly what you’re looking for? Get in touch for a more personalised pack. Of course, we’re here to help with any other of your wine, beer or spirits needs. Thanks for your support.

28/05/2020

Hey, want to make your Monday feel like Friday? This will make you smile.

How about Vino Versa Pack 1, including:

1 can each of Thirsty Crow Piranha Lager, Hope Brewery Super Juicy New England Pale Ale, Hope Brewery Imperial Pineapple Sour and Thirsty Crow Vanilla Milk Stout, along with a bottle of Deep Woods Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2019 (Margaret River) and a bottle of Laughing Jack Jack’s Grenache Shiraz Mourvedre 2016 Premium Vintage (Barossa Valley).

Or, Vino Versa Pack 2, including:

1 can each of Thirsty Crow Sporting Ale, Hope Brewery Tropical NEIPA, Thirsty Crow Pocket Rocket Red Ale and Hope Brewery Chocolate Milk Porter, along with a bottle of Adelina 2019 Watervale Riesling (Clare Valley) and a bottle of West Cape Howe Hanna's Hill Cabernet Malbec 2018 (Frankland River).

These packs are ready to go, delivered to your door on Monday (Sutherland Shire only), for $79.

Or, you could spoil yourself with Pack 3 - The Lot (includes Pack 1 and Pack 2) delivered to your door on Monday (Sutherland Shire only), for $149.

If you’ve been home schooling, like we have, you deserve this!

To order your pack, contact me through Messenger, via text on 0417 780 865 or email [email protected].

Not exactly what you’re looking for? Get in touch for a more personalised pack. Of course, we’re here to help with any other of your wine, beer or spirits needs. Thanks for your support.

27/05/2020

COVID SAFE PLANS MADE FOR YOUR WORKPLACE YET?

Schools, pubs, clubs, offices or your small business. We can help.

Hands free sanitiser dispensers in stock and available now. Get in touch with us for options to manage COVID return to work protocol and protect your business and employees.

02/05/2020

Please support our craft beer pubs. Especially the Royal Albert!

05/02/2020

Public Tasting Exhibition of the 2020 Sydney International Wine Competition Award Winers

25/01/2020

Well deserved.....

After some tough weeks in North-East Victoria, it's exciting to share some good news... A big congratulations to Warrabilla Wines for winning a Double Gold CWSA Medal at the China Wine and Spirits Awards Best Value 2020.

Warrabilla Wines stood strong against the world's most prominent wines and spirits in China, which is experiencing a wine boom at a scale never seen before!

"We are only a small team with a small production and this win is our second double-gold from an International wine show in the past 12 months. While Rutherglen is noted for producing world class fortifieds, this award serves as a reminder that we are not a one-trick pony - our table wines are also exceptional." - Amy Sutherland Smith

Well done Amy, Andrew and the team!

07/01/2020

Speaker: Dr Mardi Longbottom Webinar recorded: 7 January 2020 Summary: This webinar outlines the immediate responses to be taken to maximise vine recovery po...

22/12/2019

Buy a case or two and help these guys get back on their feet.....

Here's a list of all the bushfire affected wineries in the Adelaide Hills, who you can help this Christmas.

06/12/2019

When you think 'oldest' for vineyards, does your mind turn immediately to Europe?

We can understand why.

But did you know that the world's oldest surviving, continually producing Shiraz, Grenache, Mataro, Cabernet Sauvignon and Semillon vines are found in our very own Barossa? 🍃

Millions of hectares of vines were wiped out throughout Europe in the 1850s due to one tiny, but mighty bug; phylloxera. Phylloxera attacks the roots of grapevines and worst of all, there is no treatment. The only action is to remove the vines and replant on resistant rootstock, a years-long and costly process (upwards of $60,000 per hectare according to Vinehealth Australia).

South Australia is phylloxera-free, but it is found in other regions in Australia and can be transported easily on clothes, shoes, equipment and vehicles without you even knowing it.

With 75% of our vines, including these precious, ancient vineyards susceptible to the pest, we need YOUR help in protecting them.

The way to help is simple: Please don't walk amongst our vines.

A wine-country selfie looks better when you're looking after the environment, anyway. 🤳

Just think of every glass of old-vine Barossa wine as our little thank you for helping protect our lifeblood. Cheers! 🍷

Vine pictured: Langmeil Winery Freedom Shiraz. Planted 1843

17/11/2019

You can make a difference to the Australian wine sector. Participation on the AWRI consumer wine taste panel requires only a short commitment of time and you receive payment for your effort. Tests are interesting and fun. We keep all information about you private. On registering your interest you wi...

14/11/2019

If you like great food and wine.....

06/09/2019

Certified Sommelier with the Court of Master Sommeliers Micah Sampson explains that it's not the sulfites in red wine causing your headaches