Our Achievements

Hunter Valley Winemaker Mike De Iuliis handing semillon grapes on the family vineyard during harvest

95 Points for our 2019 Garden Vineyard Chardonnay

February 24, 2025Chardonnay, Our Achievements, Our News, Our Wines

Our 2019 Garden Vineyard Chardonnay has always been a special wine to us. Borne out of the fantastic 2019 vintage, we don't normally make a single vineyard wine; however, the fruit looked so beautiful that it was bottled and then aged before its release last year. Our patience and persistence have been awarded with a recent...

Goodbye to the year that was…

December 18, 2024Our Achievements, Our Cellar Door, Our News

As 2024 draws to a close, we at De Iuliis want to express our sincere gratitude for your continued support. It's been an extraordinary year filled with exciting achievements! We've celebrated exceptional wine show results, relished sharing memorable Member lunches with you across the country, and crowned a momentous year by winning the Best Red...

A bottle of 2022 De Iuliis Shiraz Pinot Noir with a colourful background

Australia’s Best Pinot Noir and Shiraz Blends

November 11, 2024Our Achievements, Our Wines, Shiraz

While pinot noir and shiraz are not quite polar opposites, the thought of blending the two varieties together may seem shocking to many. However, in the 40s and 50s, one of Australia’s legendary winemakers made arguably some of our greatest and most enduring wines pairing just those two grapes. Today, there is a renewed interest...

We’ve been selected as a Top 100 Halliday Wine Companion Winery for 2024

October 24, 2024Our Achievements, Our Cellar Door, Our News, Our Vineyard, Our Wines

The Halliday Wine Companion has just released their Top 100 Wineries for 2024, and we’ve made the list for the first time! This exclusive list showcases the very best in Australian winemaking. Halliday’s Top 100 Wineries is a testament to the excellence, innovation, and artistry that define this vibrant industry. It’s not a small feat...

Mike De Iuliis celebrated Hunter Valley Winemaker judging Wines at Sydney Royal Wine Show

Meet the Sydney Royal Wine Show new Chair of Judges, Mike De Iuliis

August 16, 2024Our Achievements, Our News

Hunter Valley De Iuliis winemaker and owner, Michael (Mike) De Iuliis has been announced as the new Chair of Judges of the Sydney Royal Wine Show tonight, at the 2024 award ceremony in Sydney. As a fourth-generation wine enthusiast, Mike’s passion for the Australian wine industry started at a young age and only blossomed when...

De Iuliis Wins Top Honour at Sydney Royal Wine Show!

August 16, 2024Our Achievements, Our News, Rosé

We are thrilled to announce that our 2024 Estate Rosé has been awarded the prestigious Leslie Kemeny Memorial Perpetual Trophy for Best Rosé at the 2024 Sydney Royal Wine Show! This incredible achievement is a testament to the passion, dedication, and expertise of our winemaking team. We are honoured to be recognised by such a...

FOUR Major Trophies at the 2024 PKF Hunter Valley Wine Show

August 12, 2024Our Achievements, Our News, Our Wines

We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that De Iuliis Wines has once again cleaned up at the Hunter Valley Wine Show! Our exceptional wines were awarded an incredible four trophies and a staggering 21 medals. The highlight of the show was undoubtedly capturing the coveted Doug Seabrook Memorial Trophy for Best Red Wine of Show for...

Our 2025 Halliday Wine Companion Results

August 7, 2024Our Achievements, Our News, Our Wines

With the 2025 Halliday Wine Companion results just released, we are thrilled to maintain our 5-star underlined status. This means we are considered an outstanding winery regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity. The red underline means we have a long track record of excellence, having held a 5-star rating continuously for 10 years...

Why Should You Care About Wine Show Points and Trophies?

August 7, 2024Around the Vineyard, Our Achievements, Our News

Why Should You Care About Wine Show Points and Trophies? Wine show points and trophies. They're the gold stars of the wine world, right? But do they really matter to you, the wine consumer? Let's dive into the world of wine awards and uncover why they might (or might not) influence your next bottle choice....

Winemakers Emily Glover, Mike De Iuliis and Allanna Wigley wine judging at Sydney Royal Wine Show

The Vital Role of Wine Show Judging at the Sydney Royal Wine Show

August 5, 2024Our Achievements, Our News, Our Vineyard, Our Wines

Wine show judging is an indispensable cornerstone of the Australian wine industry. Beyond simply benchmarking our wines against competitors, it serves as a catalyst for professional and personal growth within our team. At the recent 2024 Sydney Royal Wine Show led by Chair of Judges Sarah Crowe, our winemaker Mike De Iuliis was a Panel...

Wine Glasses in a judging bracket line up

Roles in Australian Wine Show Judging

August 1, 2024Our Achievements, Our Events, Our Vineyard, Our Wines

Chair of Judges The Chair of Judges is the highest authority at a wine show. They oversee the entire judging process, ensuring consistency and fairness. Their responsibilities include: Selecting and appointing judges and panel chairs. Developing judging criteria and guidelines. Resolving disputes between judges or panels. Ensuring the integrity of the judging process. Panel Chair...

A Legacy of Taste: The Evolution of Australian Wine Show Judging

July 30, 2024Our Achievements, Our News, Our Wines

Australia's wine industry has undergone a remarkable transformation, and at its heart lies the critical role of wine show judging. Once a simple evaluation of local produce, this process has evolved into a complex system influencing winemaking, consumer perception, and the global wine market. The Birth of Australian Wine Show Judging The origins of Australian...