Winemaking

In Currawong Estate: we use traditional hand picked method to ensure Currawong wine's superior quality.

When harvested, the fruit is delivered to the winery where it is crushed, stems removed then fermented. Once the fruit is crushed into the fermenters the grapes and juice is referred to as 'must'.

Most premium red wines and some premium white wines are matured in oak, either French or American. The trend is to pull back on oak and use a combination of new and used oak because all new oak can dominate the flavour of the wine.

It is Currawong's complete commitment to the grapes and to producing special, memorable wine.

Steve. W is the Chief Winemaker in Currawong Estate，Steve was interested in wine from an early age. He developed an understanding of horticulture and innovation in the wine industry from his late father,Ron. His first employer was Leo Buring/ Lindemans in 1978 and was fortuniate to be sponsored through his studies for a Bachelor of Applied Science in Oenology at Roseworthy.

Steve is seeking character and detail in wines by picking fruit with natural balance and with considered and judicious use of oak.

In 2008, Steve was appointed Chairman of Judges at The Royal Melbourne Wine Show. The changes in the shows' direction reflect his commitment to the future of Australian wine.