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Making top quality wine is one thing. Leading drinkers to it is another. Fortunately for Oakridge – and us – systems are now in place for no one to miss out.

When Financial Review drinks writer outlaid $40 for a 32-year-old bottle of gewurztraminer he was prepared to be disappointed. But he sure wasn’t.

The recent national awards illustrate how far this market segment has come. And consumers are the winners.

In his new book, the Financial Review drinks writer explains how new wines and styles since 2000 have been good for growers and great for drinkers.

Since 1970, the Redmans have kept aside bottles of every cabernet they’ve produced. Each reflects the production style – and climate – of its era.

New spirits are breaking the mould not just with their flavour, but with the artistry of their packaging and production.

With just one transaction via La Place de Bordeaux, winemakers’ entire export allocations can be sold to customers in more than 70 countries.

Across the range, Seven Seasons’ output is up by 60,000 to 70,000 bottles a year. “We’ve come a long way from that first green ant gin,” says its founder.

The first vintage from Giant Steps’ new chief winemaker Melanie Chester will be out soon, a compelling collection of contrasts from different sites.

“Australians are very open. The attitude of trying anything ... our two countries have a lot to share,” says Saverio Petrilli, whose wines are now available here.