Our Review
Samantha Connew obtained a postgraduate diploma of oenology and viticulture from Lincoln University, Canterbury, NZ, before moving to Australia. Here she undertook the advanced wine assessment course at the Australian Wine Research Institute in '00, was chosen as a scholar at the ’02 Len Evans Tutorial, won the George Mackey Award for the best wine exported from Australia in ’04 and was awarded International Red Winemaker of the Year at the International Wine Challenge, London in ’07. After a highly successful and lengthy position as chief winemaker at Wirra Wirra, Sam moved to Tasmania (via the Hunter Valley) to make the 1st wines for her own business, something she said she would never do. The emotive name (and label) is in part a tribute to Abel Tasman, the 1st European to sight Tasmania before proceeding to the South Island of NZ, navigating by the stars. -JAMES HALLIDAY
Specialities
Pinot noir, chardonnay, riesling
Cellar Door
Information
Bookings essential; see website for more details.
To ensure an intimate and personal experience, we only have a limited number of spaces. Our guided sessions can accommodate up to twelve people and last approximately one hour. Bookings are highly advised for visiting our tasting room, although walk-ins are welcome (subject to capacity)
Hours
By appt
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Stockist Information
Distribution Information
Red+White; Franc About Wine
International Sales Information
Exports to the UK, the US, Singapore, Japan and Hong Kong.
Legend (US)
Enotria & Coe (UK)
Indigo Wine Co. (Singapore)
Mottox (Japan)
Watson's Wine (Hong Kong)
Details
| Rating |
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| Winemaker |
Samantha Connew |
| Viticulturalist |
Guy Young |
| Traditional Place Name |
Mumirimina |
| Region |
Tasmania |
| Address |
37 Rosewood Lane, Tea Tree, Tas 7017
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| Established |
2013 |
| Dozens |
4000 |
| Vineyards (area) |
5 ha |
| Opening Hours |
By appt |
| Telephone |
0473 668 494
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| Website |
www.stargazerwine.com.au
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