Many wine-lovers harbour a hidden dream of giving up their day-jobs and moving to one of Australia’s most picturesque wine regions to make a living hand-crafting stunning wines...but with little experience where do you start?
The team at Kirrihill Wines is offering two lucky individuals the opportunity to experience the 2010 vintage with them in one of the country’s most beautiful wine regions, the Clare Valley. Becoming part of the hard working vintage team, they will embark on a behind-the-scenes wine adventure, under the guidance of Kirrihill’s talented winemakers Donna Stephens and Marnie Roberts.
Whether it be the start of a new career path or simply a wonderful fun and informative holiday, this fantastic week long sojourn, open to anyone residing in Australia, will have lots to offer; covering the ins and outs of winemaking including vineyard visits, fruit crushing and pressing, tastings with the winemaking team and learning about fermentation control. The overall prize includes flights within Australia to Kirrihill in the breathtaking Clare Valley, accommodation and an experience that money can’t buy.
Kirrihill Wines is a true leader within the South Australian wine scene. Established in the Clare Valley in 1998 they have access to some of the finest vineyards in the Clare Valley and Adelaide Hills. The state-of-the-art winery has no walls offering 360 degree views of the inspiring vineyards. Their wines have won more than 500 awards since their inaugural release and are now available throughout Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Norway and Singapore.
Kirrihill Wines winemaker Donna Stephens says; “An experience like this, to learn hands-on the technical side of winemaking in stunning surroundings like the Clare Valley, doesn’t come along very often. This is someone’s chance to explore their passion for wine and make their dreams come true, no experience necessary. The team are looking forward to welcoming two enthusiastic individuals to one of the most beautiful parts of Australia in the New Year.”
To be in with a chance to win, simply email office@kirrihillwines.com.au and tell Kirrihill Wines in 100 words or less why you want to share in the Kirrihill vintage experience. If you are a consumer please include ‘JOIN US FOR VINTAGE’ in the subject line. If you are a member of the trade please include 'KIRRIHILL TRADE EXPERIENCE' in the subject line.
Conditions
Entries close Monday 11th January 2010 at 5pm AEST.
The winning entrant must over 18 and be available to work the Kirrihill Wines 2010 vintage for one week during February/March 2010 as nominated by the winemaking team at Kirrihill.