Greater Geelong’s best wines have been announced at the 23rd Geelong Wine Show.
A sold-out event at Provenance Wines, Fyansford saw the host winery take out the top award for its 2021 Geelong shiraz.
Judges tasted 229 wines from 31 producers over two days to come up with the best drops.
Pam and Richard Austin of Austin’s Wines were inducted into the Legends Hall of Fame.
The public will be able to taste the winning wines on November 26 from 1pm to 4pm at ALMA restaurant on Ryrie St.
2022 Geelong Wine Awards
Best Sparkling: Yes said the Seal 2018 Sparkling Blanc de Blanc
Best Pinot Noir: Oakdene 2021 Bellarine Peninsula Pinot Noir
Best Other White Wine: Leura Park Estate 2022 Riesling
Best Chardonnay: Scotchmans Hill Cornelius Sutton Vineyard 2020 Chardonnay
Wine of Provenance: Lethbridge 2018, 2016, 2010 Allegra Chardonnay
Best Shiraz: Provenance 2021 Geelong Shiraz
Best Wine in Show: Provenance 2021 Geelong Shiraz
Most Successful Exhibitor: Scotchmans Hill
2022 Hall of Fame Legends: Pam and Richard Austin, Austin’s Wines
Best Cellar Door Staff of the Year Award: Christie Panjkov, Austin’s Wines
