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May 6, 2024Around the Vineyard, Our News

Lovedale Road Vineyard The Lovedale Road property was purchased by my parents, Joss and Anna De Iuliis in 1987 and the first vines were planted in the early 1990’s including chardonnay, semillon, verdelho, merlot, and shiraz. The first vintage of this fruit was in 1992, where a small amount of semillon and chardonnay was picked...

Cellar door guests hold at glass of shiraz at the De Iuliis Hunter Valley winery

2017 LDR Vineyard Shiraz awarded 97 Halliday Points

April 30, 2024Our News, Our Wines, Shiraz, Shiraz

The Story There are four different heritage cuttings of shiraz planted on our LDR Vineyard. Picking and processing each parcel separately allows us to capture the history of the Hunter in the bottle. Just before this parcel went off to barrel, Mike tasted some of the juice. The vibrancy and purity of fruit stopped him...

Cellar door guests enjoying a Hunter Valley winery tour at De Iuliis Wines in Pokolbin

Things to do around the Hunter Valley – Travellarks

April 19, 2024Around the Vineyard, Our Cellar Door, Our News

Hunter Valley one of Australia’s major wine regions 2 hours north of Sydney has a long standing viticultural history. Renowned for varietals such as Chardonnay, Semillon and Shiraz that draw their nutrients from an ancient seabed, giving it rich and diverse soil. It’s home to world-renowned brands and smaller boutique wineries. Hand in hand with...

Hunter Valley Winemaker Emily holds a glass of De Iuliis shiraz

Fermenting Futures

April 8, 2024Our Achievements, Our News, Our Wines

Hunter women are on the rise. There is an abundance of smart, talented and focused women making their mark on the Hunter Valley wine industry. By Cathy Gadd for Hunter & Coastal Lifestyle As the oldest wine region in Australia, I wonder if our forebearers could envision a time when the Hunter Valley would be...

A glass of De Iuliis Hunter Valley Sparkling Rose being poured

DRINKS TRADE: What do Australian winemakers say about the future of rosé?

April 2, 2024Our Achievements, Our Cellar Door, Our News, Rosé

Over recent decades, Australian rosé has perhaps undergone a greater shift in identity than any other wine category domestically. This change has seen rosés morph from being sweet, rich and confected to extremely dry and linear. Now, it appears as though the pendulum might be slowly settling somewhere in between the two extremes. Drinks Trade...

A delicious dish of lobster and pasta from great Newcastle, NSW venue Thermidoor

Newcastle Winemaker’s Dinner

March 25, 2024Our Cellar Door, Our Events, Our News

Attention wine connoisseurs! Join us for an unforgettable Winemakers Dinner with the renowned Mike De Iuliis on Thursday, July 4th, at Thermidor in Newcastle. Be among the first to taste our exciting new-release wines, expertly crafted by Mike. Indulge in a culinary journey curated to perfectly complement each exquisite wine as you immerse yourself in...

Sydney Winemaker’s Lunch

March 24, 2024Our Events, Our News, Our Wines

Indulge your senses at the De Iuliis Winemakers Lunch, a must for discerning wine enthusiasts! Join winemaker Mike De Iuliis on Saturday, June 22nd, at the ultra-chic BTWN in the new W Hotel on Darling Harbour. Experience an exquisite journey through new-release wines expertly paired with gourmet delights. Mike will guide you through the tasting,...

Fine dining restaurant set for a private de iuliis wine event

Local Connections x De Iuliis Wines

March 23, 2024Our Events, Our News, Our Wines

Only opening in the evening once a month, this is a chance to enjoy a Michelin-starred experience in one of the most unexpected locations. Connecting food lovers with the people who lovingly tend to the produce used in the restaurant. It may be a wine maker, a grower or supplier that will feature in the...

A glass of wine poured at an outdoors event

Join us at Urban Wine Walk Brisbane on Saturday May 4th

March 18, 2024Our Events, Our News

Urban Wine Walk™ is a self-guided wine-tasting experience designed for groups of friends to enjoy together on a Saturday afternoon. We hand-pick local bars and restaurants in neighbourhoods across Australia and New Zealand to create the ultimate wine tasting experience featuring the most exciting winemakers – and all without leaving a convenient inner-city location. There’s...

Easter wine and dine pairings that every bunny will love!

March 17, 2024Our News, Our Wines

Easter is a time for family gatherings, egg hunts, delicious food, and wine. If you're looking for some Easter food and wine pairings to wow your guests, look no further than our suggested wines below! We sat down with Mike to find out what wines he’ll be enjoying at the De Iuliis family Easter festivities:...

Urban Wine Walk: Newcastle

March 16, 2024Our Events, Our News, Our Wines

The streets and laneways of Newcastle will come alive this Autumn as a line-up of the neighbourhood’s best venues transform into an Urban Cellar Door for you to visit on a self-guided wine trail! How does it work you ask? Simply decide which venue you’d like to start from and you’re off! Choose your own...

Wine tasting in the Hunter Valley being enjoyed by wine loving guests

Unlocking Easter Delights: Hunter Valley’s Top Cellar Doors to Explore

March 13, 2024Our Cellar Door, Our News

This Easter, immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Hunter Valley's finest wines. As the season blooms with new life, venture into the heart of Australia's premier wine region and discover the hidden treasures nestled within its picturesque vineyards. Among the myriad of cellar doors awaiting your exploration, several stand out as must-visit destinations for...