Margaret River Wine Show 2023 - Margaret River Wine

2023 Langton's Margaret River Wine Show

The 2023 Langton’s Margaret River Wine Show will be held at Margaret River HEART from Monday 16th to Thursday 19th October.

KEY DATES

Late August – Exhibitor Schedule Released & Entries Open
Sunday 1 October – Entries Close
Wednesday 11 & Thursday 12 October – Delivery of exhibits
Monday 16 – Wednesday 18 October – Wine Show Judging
Thursday 19 October – Exhibitor Tasting
Friday 20 October– Gala Awards Presentation

THE JUDGES

Chair of Judges: Nick Ryan – Writer, Presenter, Communicator
International Judge: Richard Hemming MW – Singapore

Angus Hughson – Founder & Publisher, Winepilot | The Vintage Journal | The Australian Ark
Cliff Royle – Chief Winemaker, Flametree Wines

Feleasha Prendergast – Winemaker, Evans & Tate

Foni Pollitt – Operations Director, Mayfair Lane
Liam McElhinney – General Manager & Chief Winemaker, Tasmanian Vintners

Shanteh Wale – Sommelier & Wine Writer, Halliday Wine Companion | Winepilot

Stuart Hordern – Senior Winemaker, Brokenwood

Tim Dolan – Chief Winemaker, Kaesler Wines

WINE OF PROVENANCE JUDGES

Nick Ryan
Richard Hemming MW
Cliff Royle

ENTER THE SHOW

Please refer to the Exhibitor Schedule for Rules and Regulations prior to entering.
Entries will only be accepted via ShowRunner at https://wineshow.awri.com.au/2023-langtons-margaret-river-wine-show-2

WHAT’S NEW IN 2023

Alternative Wines
The Alternative Styles & Varieties classes have been renamed Alternative Styles. These classes are open to wines made in an unconventional style and do not fit into other classes. For example, cloudy, extended skin contact, amber wines etc. Alternative variety wines made in traditional styles should be entered the Other Red and Other White classes.

ABOUT THE SHOW

Established in 2002 the Margaret River Wine Show has grown to become the most important event of the year for the local industry.

It provides critical assessment from Judges, selected for their expertise, from around Australia and the world (travel permitting). The judges provide independent feedback on the unique styles and variations of the wines and areas for improvement

Open only to producers of Margaret River GI wine the Langton’s Margaret River Wine Show:

To provide an opportunity for local grape growers and winemakers to receive appraisal and feedback from some of the nation’s and the world’s best judges.
Highlights the wine styles and signature varieties distinct to the Margaret River Wine Region.
Promotes wine styles that excel in the Margaret River Wine Region.
Showcases some of the best examples of Margaret River Wine.
Recognizes excellence in the winery, the vineyard and the cellar door.
Bring together the wine making community and associated businesses.

BOTTLE MEDAL STICKERS

Exhibitors can order bottle medal stickers through our long time Wine Show Sponsor, Labelmakers Group of Companies. Please contact [email protected] with the name of the show (2022 Langton’s Margaret River Wine Show), medal type and quantity required for a quote.