Masterclass – SA Great: SA’s Proud Place in the World of Fine Wine

Raise a glass and celebrate South Australia’s proud place in the world of fine wine. Think rare bottles, superhero producers and insights from specialists in this exclusive sphere.

Taste icons of the state’s wine industry, from Henschke to Yangarra, guided by winemakers Michael Downer, Kate Goodman and Samantha Connew, together with Edinburgh Cellars manager Sam Taylor.

Goodman – named Australian winemaker of the year at the 2024 Halliday Wine Companion Awards – is based at Penley Estate in Coonawarra. Soul and personality imbue her wines, made without deferring to the region’s blockbuster red reputation.

Adelaide Hills label Murdoch Hill is home to Downer, who trained worldwide before revitalising his family business through a new artisan series and a reimagined estate range. Accolades continue to flow, including shiraz of the year for the 2021 Landau syrah at the latest Halliday awards.

Tasmania-based Connew is passionate about the Australian wine industry. An active wine show judge and Len Evans Tutorial board member, her Stargazer label also makes acclaimed pinot noir, riesling and chardonnay.

Rounding out the lineup for this masterclass is Taylor, who makes it his business to know the past, present and future of South Australian wine. Ready for your immersion? Look no further.