Dookie Wine Show entries closing soon

TOP QUALITY WINES... Dookie Wine Show Chairperson, Paul Phillips, from Phillips Cellars and Regional Wine Centre has been proud to promote the region’s wine. Photo: Struan Jones

THE Dookie Wine Show, a celebration of wineries of the region, may look a little different this year without the traditional dinner taking place. However, entries are still open and encouraged.

Established with the aim of promoting local wines, the annual wine exhibition is held in conjunction with the Dookie A&P Society, Phillips Cellars and Regional Wine Centre, the Shepparton Adviser, the Greater Shepparton City Council, Goulburn River Valley Tourism and is delivered by GOTAFE hospitality and events students.

Now in its 17th year, the Dookie Wine Show is open to wineries across Northern Victoria, with entries soon closing on November 18 with judging taking place on Saturday, November 21.

Enquiries are welcome by phoning local wine merchant and Chairperson of the Dookie Wine Show, Paul Phillips, of Phillips Cellars and Regional Wine Centre on 5821 2051.

Previous wine of the show winners:

2019 – Longleat Wines 2019 Garganega

2018 – Antcliffs Chase 2017 Riesling

2017 –RPL 2015 Barrel Selection Shiraz

2016 – Wines by Sam Victorian Shiraz

2015 – Tallis 2014 Viognier

2014 – Mitchelton 2013 Blackwood Park Riesling

2013 – Murchison Longleat 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon

2012 – Cape Horn 2010 Shiraz

2011 – Tallis Wines 2010 Viognier

2010 – Tallis Wines 2007 Silent Showman Shiraz