2010 Geelong Wine Show 14th & 15th OctoberFor more details click on Key dates. 
2009 Geelong Wine Show culminates in commendation and international comparison
The culmination of the 2009 Geelong Wine Show (GWS) has seen the event – and Geelong wine - catapulted into the international arena with clear indication that this region’s wine is going from strength to strength. GWS Judging Panel Chair, Huon Hooke - Australia’s leading wine judge and industry commentator - has commended the exceptional standard of entries submitted for this region’s prestigious wine competition. Speaking at the 11th annual Geelong Wine Show Awards dinner, held at Deakin Management Centre on Friday 16 October, Mr Hooke said it was a stronger show than 2008. “Last year was good but this year was even better!” Mr Hooke said. The Geelong Wine Show 2009 saw more than 200 local wines competing head-to-head. All wines submitted had to be crafted from Geelong grown fruit. With judging criteria matching stringent international standards, Mr Hooke’s discussion of statistical analysis clearly reinforced the fact that Geelong wine stands tall against the best in Australia and the world. The medal tally included 9 Gold, 20 Silver and 47 Bronze - a total of 76 medals. “Of the three major varietal classes (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz), 52 per cent of the chardonnay class received medals - an incredibly high statistic in any wine show,” he said. “Similarly, in the Pinot Noir class, 47% received medals – a very good result, well above average.” “The Shiraz class had the largest number of entries of which 40% received medals – a pretty good result and about average compared to around the country – the wines are elegant, balanced and very good drinking wines.” Mr Hooke went on to say that of the three top wines tasted in these three varietal entries competing for the Best Wine of the Show trophy, they were all from the vintage 2008 - now released for wine lovers to source and enjoy. “Perhaps that is telling us something about the deliciousness of these wines from the ’08 vintage.” According to Mr Hooke, an outstanding variety was also Pinot Gris, the intriguing and relatively new grape varietal that has gained serious momentum in the last few years. “Perhaps this is a variety whose time is really about to come,” he said.
A Snap Shot of Geelong Wine Show Results Williams & Jackson Trophy – Best Wine of the Show Lethbridge Wines – 2008 Lethbridge Chardonnay Chef & Sommelier Award – Most Successful Exhibitor Lethbridge Wines VinVicta Products Trophy – Best Oak Matured Chardonnay Lethbridge Wines - 2008 Lethbridge Chardonnay McCrackens Water Services Trophy – Best Pinot Noir 2008 Hat Rock Vineyard Pinot Noir Kauri NZ Trophy - Best Shiraz Lethbridge Wines – 2008 Que Syrah Syrah Top Performers included: 8 Medals – Oakdene Vineyards 7 Medals – Clyde Park 6 Medals – Bellbrae Estate, Leura Park Estate 5 Medals – Lethbridge Wines 4 Medals – Austins Wines The showcase event in the Geelong wine region calendar, this year's wine show again welcomes Huon Hooke as Chief Judge, with fellow judge Ben Edwards making a return. We also welcome back our loyal and several new generous sponsors from previous years including as major sponsors: Williams & Jacksons Viticultural Services, Kauri NZ, Vinvicta Products, McCrackens Water Services, Label HQ, Meredith Cheese and Triple P Logistics. We wish to thank our judges, sponsors and Geelong Region wine producers, who together make the Geelong Wine Show one of the standout regional wine shows in Australia. As in years past, the wine show culminates in the Awards Presentation Dinner at the magnificent Deakin Management Centre and is open to both the wine industry and the public. This keenly attended event features trophy winning wines from the previous year, served with an outstanding menu featuring premium local ingredients. Tickets sell out early: Click here to download the Awards Presentation Dinner Booking Form Special accommodation offer!  For this years Awards Presentation Dinner we have negotiated a special rate of $150 per double room including breakfast.
To book please contact Deakin Management Centre. Click here to download map and contact details
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