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Lavina Wines is located in the beautiful wine region of McLaren

Vale on South Australia’s stunning coastline where our famous

region has produced wines that are renowned worldwide for

optimum ripeness, elegance, power and complexity. Wine making

at Lavina is a dedication to perfection, balance and flavour. We

maintain utmost respect for bio-diversity and environment, whilst

preserving and upholding the under-standing and reflection of

terroir and regionality in all of our wines.

“EXCELLENT WINERY CAPABLE OF PRODUCING WINES OF HIGH TO VERY HIGH QUALITY.”

JamesHalliday,leadingAustralianwinecritic,scored

Lavinaaprestigious4 1/2starsinWineCompanion.

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OUR LOCATIONWORLD RENOWNED MCLAREN VALEAUSTRALIA

SOUTHAUSTRALIA

McLAREN VALE

OUR LOCATION

McLaren Vale is a long established premium Australian Wine

Region boasting international recognition and a rich winemaking

heritage. Located on the stunning South Australian coastline the

region benefits from a Mediterranean climate of warm sunny days

and cooling sea breezes. This proximity to the coast produces full

bodied fruit driven wines that are elegant yet sophisticated and

compliment the world’s finest cuisines. Thriving for well over 130

years Shiraz is by far the most important variety accounting for

about 50% of the total crush. Some of Australia’s most famous

and legendary Shiraz, such as Penfolds Grange and Wolf Blass are

produced from grapes grown in McLaren Vale.

At Lavina, we believe in the perfection of fruit as the foundation

and cornerstone of great wine. Our fruit is sourced from select

premium growers in McLaren Vale where site selection,

elevation, soil structure, canopy balance and crop load are of

priority and taken into utmost consideration. Our premium

grapes are produced from 100% Bio-dynamically grown vines

that are meticulously managed by expert viticulturists.

By eliminating the use of herbicides and pesticides, the soil

micro flora and fauna thrive in abundance which increases the

natural flavour profile of the fruit. The fruit from our Bio

Dynamic vineyards form the backbone and underlying

structure for our super premium wines. As a result our wines

show incredibly complex and layered tannin structure, which

allows us to create wines that will cellar for decades to come.

VITIcULTUrE VINEyArD & THeTHE PERFECTION OF FRUIT IS THE FOUNDATION AND CORNERSTONE OF GREAT WINE

VITICULTURE & THE VINEYARD

WINeMAKINGOUR STATE OF THE ART FRENCH VAUCHER BEQUET SORTING TABLE REMOVES ALL STALKS, PETIOLES AND DAMAGED GRAPES LEAVING ONLY PERFECT BERRIES.

Before crushing each bunch, the handpicked fruit is individually

sorted through by a state of the art French Vaucher Beguet Mistral

mechanized sorting table which removes all contamination such

as raisins, leaves, stalks, petioles and damaged berries that would

usually end up in the ferment. The perfect berries are then cold

soaked in open fermenters for one week allowing natural

fermentation to begin, before being over seeded with a French

yeast strain. Fermentation is completed after two weeks with the

wine delicately basket pressed straight to French oak barrels

ensuring no harsh or bitter tannins are extracted from skins or

seeds. Great attention is paid to oak selection from different

forests and cooperages to enhance the dimensions and flavour

composition of our wines. Our wine is carefully matured and aged

in French oak in temperature controlled cellars for over 2 years

before bottling.

WINEMAKING

OURWINEMAKErS

“WINEMAKING AT LAVINA IS A DEDICATION TO PERFECTION, BALANCE AND FLAVOUR. WE MAINTAIN UTMOST RESPECT FOR BIO-DIVERSITY AND ENVIRONMENT, WHILST PRESERVING AND UPHOLDING THE UNDERSTATING AND REFLECTION OF THE TERROIR AND REGIONALITY IN ALL OUR WINES”

~ TIM WHITROW, CHIEF WINEMAKER

Lavina’s winemakers use the newest innovative techniques at

an ultra modern winery to create unique wine styles with

focus on perfection, balance and flavour. Lavina’s chief

winemaker, Mr Tim Whitrow, has been handcrafting wine for

over 14 years in Australia and Europe. Tim has won awards

globally for producing wines harmonized with fruit complexity,

structure and elegance.

Lavina’s executive company wine consultant Mr Robin Moody

began working at Penfolds as assistant to Max Schubert of

Grange Hermitage fame in 1969. He went on to become senior

winemaker at Penfolds, Wynns and Southcorp. He now runs

his own wine consultancy, and travels to Asia regularly.

OUR WINEMAKERS

LAVINAWOrLdWINE EXpOrT EXPORT DIVISION OF LAVINA WINES

Lavina World Wine Export is the export division of Lavina

Wines. We have developed a sophisticated export system

which supplies bulk and bottled wine at all price points to wine

markets globally. To date Lavina has exported wine to over 16

countries, from Slovakia to Nepal, China to Trinidad and

Tobago, and many countries in between. Our quality supply

and production channels incorporate over 40 growers and

wineries with 20,000 acres under vine. As a result, we are

able to deliver Australian wines to suit our customers’ needs

for particular market places. We travel regularly to our

international markets to support our partners and distributors

with education, marketing, promotions, wine blending and

bottling and wine dinners.

LAVINA WORLD WINE EXPORT

Our Bulk Wines

Lavina supplies commercial to premium grade Australian bulk

wine for bottling and production in your country of destination.

Wine is shipped in a ‘ready-to-bottle state’ using a 24,000

litre premium high grade flexi-tank bladder. The wine will

remain at a steady temperature with absolute minimal oxygen

uptake during the journey to ensure the wine arrives in pristine

condition. The added advantage of shipping wine in bulk is the

ability to blend and create a unique wine that can be produced

to your specific requirements.

THE ADDED ADVANTAGE OF SHIPPING WINE IN BULK IS THE ABILITY TO BLEND AND CREATE A UNIQUE WINE THAT CAN BE PRODUCED TO YOUR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS.

PrIvaTELABEL WINE WE CAN ASSIST YOU TO BUILD VALUE AND EQUITY IN YOUR OWN WINE BRAND

A ‘private label’ is a wine brand that is produced exclusively for

the client. The wine and label design has been specifically chosen

by the client who will promote and sell the product as their own

exclusive brand. We can assist you to build value and equity in

your own wine brand by:

1. supplying quality wine at an agreed price point,

2. supplying a design ready label for your exclusive use,

3. co-ordinate label printing,

4. co-ordinate bottling and production,

5. co-ordinate logistics,

PRIVATE LABEL WINE

OUr WInE

OUR WINE

GRAND ROYALE theessenceofpower,structure

andsophistication

Lavina’s icon Shiraz, the Grand Royale

epitomises our dedication to producing

superb wine. Using hand selected fruit

from our finest McLaren Vale vineyards

the Grand Royale has been meticulously

hand-crafted to create a wine that is

complex, powerful and flawless in

structure. Exquisite fruit domination

balanced with French oak integration

will see the Royale mature beautifully in

the bottle and cellar for 20+ years from

vintage. This exclusive limited release

is the essence of a sophisticated and

powerful wine.

Medals

• Grand Champion – Competition Winner

EuropeanTrunkfestInternationalWineShow

• Silver, ‘Wine for Asia’, 2010Singapore

InternationalWineCompetition

SELECT SERIES harmonicelegance

andbalance

First made from the outstanding 2006

vintage, this premium wine has been

awarded numerous awards. Select fruit

from the finest vineyards, use of small

open fermenters in a state of-the-art

modern winery and gentle basket

pressing are all elements that are used

in the creation of this wine. Fine French

oak integrates perfectly to enhance key

varietal and regional characteristics.

The Select Series showcases wines of

stunning quality that displays elements

of harmonic elegance, finesse and

integrated balance. Will cellar for 18+

years from vintage.

Medals

• WinestateAnnualMagazine

• Gold, ‘Wine for Asia’, 2010Singapore

InternationalWineCompetition

• 2nd Best Wine of Show, 2010EuropeanTrunkfest

InternationalWineShow

OUR WINE

THE AURUM RELEASE ahiddenelement

The Aurum Release is a combination of

texture, rarity and elegance. Specific

quality fruit and oak selection along

with delicate winemaking has resulted

in a beautifully defined wine of

generous rich fruit purity and texture.

The Aurum has a layered complexity

and is fruit driven with a soft lingering

finish that will cellar for 10+ years.

Medals

• Gold, APICPackagingAwardsforinnovationinDesign

• Silver, NewZealand2010InternationalWineShow

• Silver, ‘Wine for Asia’, 2010SingaporeInternational

WineCompetition

• Silver, 2010EuropeanTrunkfest


THE GOLD SERIES upliftingregionalflavours

The gold series was the first of the Lavina

wines series and was born with the

winemaking philosophy – to produce wine

of superb structure, dimension, complexity

and balance for all to enjoy. The success

of this wine has seen the range extended

over the years to various varietals sourced

from premium South Australian regions.

Meticulously blended using modern

Australian winemaking techniques, these

wines display uplifting regional flavours,

layered complexity with a soft

approachable finish.

Medals

Lavina ‘Gold Series’ 2008 ShirazBarossa Valley•

Winestate2010AnnualMagazine

• Top of Category (2008 New Release Shiraz)

WinestateAnnualMagazine


WineCompetition

• Silver, NewZealand2010InternationalWineShow

Lavina ‘Gold Series’ 2008 Shiraz CabernetBarossa Valley• Champions List, NewZealand2010


• Gold, NewZealand2010InternationalWineShow


WineCompetition

MERITUS

The Meritus Wines use premium fruit from

our McLaren Vale vineyards. The proximity

to the ocean in conjunction with elevation

and ancient soils are instrumental in

growing premium fruit. The Maritime

climate provides a long and even ripening

period, conductive to producing complex

flavour compounds. Medium bodied with

lifted aromas these wines are full of fresh

succulent flavours that compliment a

smooth tannin structures. Specifically

blended and crafted for delicate fruit

complexity the wines enhance a wide

variety of cuisine from many cultures.

Medals

Meritus 2008 Shiraz – McLaren Vale• Silver, London2011InternationalWineChallenge

• Bronze, Visy2010GreatAustralianShirazChallenge

Meritus 2008 Shiraz Grenache – McLaren Vale• Blue/Gold, Sydney2011International

WineCompetition

• Bronze, London2011InternationalWineChallenge

OUR WINE

MITCHAM ESTATE

Wines produced under the Mitcham

range are styled and blended for every

day drinking. Approachable, fruit

driven and beautifully balanced, the

wines are perfect for all generations of

passionate wine lovers through to new

wine consumers.

Medals

Mitcham Estate 2008 Shiraz – SA• Champions List, NewZealand2010


• Gold, NewZealand2010InternationalWineShow


Mitcham Estate 2008 Shiraz Cabernet – SA• Bronze, NewZealand2010InternationalWineShow

Mitcham Estate 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon – SA• Bronze, NewZealand2010InternationalWineShow


Mr Sam Daw

CEO & Managing Director

Mr Tim Whitrow

Chief Winemaker

Mr Robin Moody

Executive Wine Consultant

Mr Kim Lee

Director of Marketing &

Business Development – Asia

Mr Kent Lin

General Manager – China

Mr Peter Zamojski


Business Development – Europe

Mrs Victoria Daw

Marketing & Brand Development

Mrs Sarah Hegarty

Export Manager &

Business Development Assistant

Ms Ruth Wallace

Finance & Administration

Ms Kristen Vos

Export Assistant

CONTACT US

Mr Sam Daw

Managing Director

Mobile: +61 421 359 068

[email protected]

Mr Kim Lee


Business Development – Asia

Mobile: +61 418 980 787

[email protected]

LAVINA'STEAM

Lavina Wines Pty Ltd

Incorporating:

Lavina World Wine Export Pty Ltd

Lavina Wines Hong Kong

Administration and Cellar Door

263 Main Road, McLaren Vale

South Australia, 5171

www.lavinawines.com.au

Postal Address

PO Box 318, McLaren Vale

South Australia, 5171

Telephone

Office: +61 8 8323 9646

Fax: +61 8 8323 8300

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