ProWine China 2019
ProWine China offers an opportunity to learn more about Australian wine and discover the Australian wine brands that are available in China or are looking to enter the market. This is a unique opportunity to meet and engage with winery representatives in China and winemakers from Australia.
Hall W4: 4AC01 + 4AC18, 4AD01 + 4AD18
Program
Tuesday 12 November : Forum room master classes
Hall W4, Forum 3
11:00AM - 12:30PM Foundations of Australian Wine
The landscape of Australian wine has never looked more exciting, with 65 distinct regions producing innovative and diverse wines of exceptional quality, Australia is one of the most historically interesting wine growing countries on Earth.
The Foundations of Australian Wine Master Class is our way of introducing the world to Australian wine and the people, places and processes that make it so exciting.
Join wine educator Terry Xu, who will introduce you to some of Australia’s most famous varieties and styles from some of the nation’s most iconic wine regions. This master class will explore the unique characteristics of each wine and the influences of the diverse landscape, climate and winemaking techniques that all contribute to shaping the distinctive Australian styles.
15:30 - 17:00 Margaret River World-class Cabernet Sauvignon
Having recently celebrated 50 years, Margaret River wine region is young in terms of wine history, but the region is one of the oldest in the world with ancient soils, culture and unique biodiversity.
Located in the south west corner of Australia, with oceans to the north, west and south and the Leeuwin-Naturaliste ridge to the east provide a pristine Mediterranean environment and perfect viticultural paradise.
This tasting will focus on iconic Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon wines and will provide a look at the region’s Cabernet Sauvignon story. From the soils, maritime influence and unique Houghton clone, all which contribute to this boutique region producing world-class Cabernet Sauvignon.
Discover the diversity and unique Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon identity of elegance, balance and graceful age-ability that places Margaret River on the world stage of exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon.
Tuesday 12 November : On-pavilion master classes
Hall W4, Booth 4AD18
11:30 - 12:30 Delicate Pinot Noir - Masterfully Experimental
Delicate Pinot Noir is a darling of the Australian wine community. Its journey started with a falter but it’s now a vital player in the evolution of Australian wine. Pinot Noir has become an integral variety, with winemakers crafting unique Australian expressions, with quality at an all-time high.
13:30 - 14:30 Australian Blends - Diverse and Thrilling
“The whole is greater than the sum of its parts” is a saying that applies well to blended wines. Australia has a tradition of blending going back to the earliest days of the nascent Australian wine industry. Today, blends are becoming more popular and are beginning to increase their footprint, creating styles where each variety can reach new heights when united with another variety – its colour, aroma, texture and flavours boosted by the character traits of its blending partner.
15:30PM - 16:30PM Australian Shiraz - Ruled by Flavour, Not Tradition
Australia's iconic red wine, known for their bold flavours and diversity of styles. Shiraz comes in many styles – from delicious, everyday drinking to collectible fine wines. Warm climates usually produce powerful and rich styles, while cooler climate wines are lighter and elegant in style.
Wednesday 13 November : Forum room master classes
Hall W4, Forum 3
15:30PM-17:00PM McLaren Vale’s Grenache Greats
Grenache was a pivotal varietal in the establishment of McLaren Vale’s viticultural history and the region’s Mediterranean climate continues to drive the wine style and diverse food culture. Premium Grenache is perfectly suited to McLaren Vale’s grape growing conditions and is the perfect example of diverse regional winemaking expression, from vibrant and juicy early drinking styles through to rich and structured cellar worthy wines.
Wednesday 13 November : On-pavilion master classes
Hall W4, Booth 4AD18
11:30AM- 12:30PM Australian Chardonnay - The Evolution of a Classic
Australian Chardonnay has evolved from the rich, ripe wines of the 1980s and 90s to something more lean, crisp and elegant. Grown all over Australia, it’s a canvas for passionate winemakers who love to experiment. It’s the variety with more...well, variety, Chardonnay can be anything from elegant and vibrant to rich and big-flavoured, oaked and unoaked styles.
13:30PM - 14:30PM Australian Old Vines from a Pristine Land
Australia’s rich winemaking and viticultural history dates back to the early 19th century, and the country boasts some of the oldest grapevines in the world, grown in some of the oldest geology and most complex terroirs in the world. In fact, some of the country’s treasured grapevines are more than 150 years old. These unique vines and the grapes they produce have played – and continue to play – a pivotal role in Australia’s grape and wine community.
15:30PM - 16:30PM Margaret River World-class Cabernet Sauvignon
Having recently celebrated 50 years, Margaret River wine region is young in terms of wine history, but the region is one of the oldest in the world with ancient soils, culture and unique biodiversity.
Located in the south west corner of Australia, with oceans to the north, west and south and the Leeuwin-Naturaliste ridge to the east provide a pristine Mediterranean environment and perfect viticultural paradise.
This tasting will focus on iconic Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon wines and will provide a look at the region’s Cabernet Sauvignon story. From the soils, maritime influence and unique Houghton clone, all which contribute to this boutique region producing world-class Cabernet Sauvignon.
Discover the diversity and unique Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon identity of elegance, balance and graceful age-ability that places Margaret River on the world stage of exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon.