Casella Wines and Brands You Must Know About

 

Filippo and Maria Casella came to Australia from Sicily to find a better way of life. They purchased the farm near the township of Yenda outside Griffith, New South Wales to grow grapes for the local winemakers. The expansion started in 1995 when John Casella, the middle son of the family joined the business as Managing Director.

Australia's largest family-owned wine company, Casella Family Brands was founded in1969. Over the years, the brands have seen an exponential growth in terms of sales, awards and accolades achievement and expansion by acquiring other wineries like Peter Lehmann Wines in 2014, Brand Laira of Coonawarra in 2015 and Morris Wines in 2016.

Casella Wines is proud to offer a growing portfolio of distinct and outstanding Australian wines for people to enjoy around the world. Explore them below.

Yellow Tail


 


John Casella’s vision led to the coming of ‘Yellow Tail Wines’ in 2001. These wines were fruit-forward, delicious and soft on the palate with no jargon. The quick success in the US market made this brand a global phenomenon.

In only 2 years, the global sales of Yellow Tail went on to reach five million cases. The dedication, hard work and passion with which the brand was started made Yellow Tail win awards like Jimmy Watson Memorial Trophy for its Premium Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 and Stodart Trophy for its Premium Shiraz 2003.

At present, it is made by the sixth generation winemaker of the Casella family at the family-owned winery in Yenda, Australia.

It is a great Australian wine that is easy to drink, share and most importantly, enjoy.

Peter Lehmann Wines

These wines are a celebration of the Barossa wine community. Every bottle of Peter Lehmann wines has its own unique story of people and place.

A fifth-generation Barossan, Peter Lehmann first established the Barossa winery that bears his name in 1979. It was made to support the local grape grower families who were facing great financial hardship during a difficult time in the region.

Today, it is renowned as one of Australia’s most highly regarded wineries and the wines are a celebration of the Barossa community and the longstanding relationships with grape-growers across the region.

It offers a range of premium wines that express the unique and distinctive characteristics of the Barossa.

The Magic Box Wine Collection

Inspired by the magic of winemaking, this collection offers exceptional flavours based on classic varietals.

From the finest Australian grapes by a master winemaker, known only as of the Magician, Magic Box is the perfect drop for ‘Magic Hour’, that wondrous time of day when the sun sets and the possibilities are endless.

The wine collection includes – Spectacular Shiraz, Amazing Cabernet, Sublime Sauvy Blanc, Wondrous Chardonnay, Remarkable Rosé and Splendid Sparkling.

Brand's Laira of Coonawarra

An iconic winery offering a range of elegant yet richly flavoured premium wines from the Coonawarra region.

Brand’s Laira is nestled in the heart of the famed ‘terra rossa’ strip of the Coonawarra region in South Australia. Located in the heritage with a wealth of old vine vineyards dating back to 1893, Brand’s Laira has premium wines to offer from this distinct region.


Morris of Rutherglen

Quite famous for producing some of the world’s finest fortified wines and for making rich full-bodied red table wines.

For the past 160 years, the Morris family has earned an esteemed reputation as one of the most prominent wine-making families in Australia. At present, David Morris continues their winemaking history combining tradition with contemporary techniques, ensuring that the Morris name remains one of the Australia’s most iconic and respected wine family dynasties.

Baileys of Glenrowan

This certified organic vineyard has some of the oldest plantings in North East Victoria. It has a reputation for powerful red wines and globally acclaimed fortifieds.

Located into the lower slopes of the Warby Ranges, and fringed by the Winton Wetlands to the west, Baileys of Glenrowan has a very special piece of North-East Victoria.

Atmata

From vine to bottle, a 100% Australian certified, organic and vegan set of wines.

Literally meaning ‘essence, from nature’, Atmata grapes are sourced from the highest quality organic vineyards across Australia.

These wines are packaged in beautiful, earthy packaging, with the range moving across a vibrant Rosé and soft Shiraz which are also both vegan-friendly. 

If you wish to find the best flavours of Australia at one place, then check out their never-ending range and buy your fav . These are also available at Just Wines, counties second-largest wine website.


Also Read - A Short Note on Casella Wines  


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