Wolf Blass has been named International Winery of the Year at the San Francisco International Wine Competition.
Wolf Blass is the first Australian winery to win this award in over 15 years and only the second Australian winery in history.
The Winery of the Year award recognizes the single winery earning the most points, measured by the number and level of awards won.
Now in its 35th year, the San Francisco International Wine Competition is the largest International wine competition in America.
Wolf Blass was also named Australian Winery of the Year and received two double gold medals, seven gold medals and Wolf Blass Grey Label Cabernet Shiraz 2012 was named ‘Best Cabernet Shiraz of Show.
Wolf Blass Chief Winemaker, Chris Hatcher said “being named International Winery of the Year in the world’s largest wine market is exciting and is particularly pleasing given this is only the second time an Australian winery has won the award in 35 years of competition.
“Grey Label was the first Wolf Blass wine ever made and today still reflects the original winemaking philosophy – to create wines of great quality, character and consistency. Receiving ‘Best Cabernet Shiraz of Show’ for our Grey Label Cabernet Shiraz 2012 further highlights the consistent quality and approachability that Wolf Blass Grey Label is renowned for.
“At Wolf Blass, we pride ourselves on being a world class winery and creating award winning wines that are enjoyed across the world” he said.