The Clare Valley Wine & Grape Association is thrilled to unveil the recipients of this year's highly anticipated Clare Valley Wine Hall of Fame Gala and Awards Presentation.

Chosen from a pool of exceptional candidates, these outstanding individuals have demonstrated dedication, innovation, and expertise in winemaking, grape growing, marketing, and service for the Clare Valley wine region over a significant period of time.

Held once a decade, the Clare Valley Wine Hall of Fame recognises exceptional achievement and innovation in the growing of grapes, production of wine, brand marketing or as an ambassador for the region over a significant period, honouring those who have influenced and contributed to the Clare Valley wine industry.

Clare Valley Wine Legends

2024 Inductees:

  • Peter Barry (Jim Barry Wines)
  • Roly Birks (Wendouree)
  • Neil Paulett (Paulett Wines)
  • Andrew Pike (Pikes Wines)
  • Stephanie Toole (Mount Horrocks Wines
2014 Inductees:
  • Br. John May (Sevenhill Cellars)
  • Jeffrey Grosset (Grosset Wines)
  • Jane Mitchell (Mitchell Wines
  • Carl Sobels
  • Mick Knappstein
  • Jim Barry (Jim Barry Wines)

Hall of Fame Award Winners

2024:

  • Winemaker of the Year: Adam Eggins (Taylors Wines)
  • Viticulturalist of the Year: Alister Sandow (Blenheim)
  • Rising Star Award: Andrew Kenny (Pikes Wines / Kenny Wines)
  • Regional Ambassador: Warrick Duthy (Watervale Hotel)

2014:

  • Winemaker of the Year: Kevin Mitchell (Woodvale/ Kilikanoon Wines)
  • Viticulturalist of the Year: Colin Hinze (Taylors Wines)
  • Rising Star Award: Steve Baraglia (Pikes Wines)
O Leary Walker Wines Venue

31 May 2024

Photo Reel - Clare Valley Wine Hall of Fame Gala Dinner

Photos from the 2024 Clare Valley Wine Hall of Fame Gala Dinner.

Friday, 24 May at O'Leary Walker Wines

Chair: Mitchell Taylor at the Hall of Fame Gala Dinner

25 May 2024

Clare Valley legends honoured at Hall of Fame Gala Dinner

The Clare Valley Wine & Grape Association is thrilled to unveil the recipients of this year's highly anticipated Clare Valley Wine Hall of Fame Gala and Awards Presentation.

Hall of Fame O Leary Walker Wines View

23 Apr 2024

Clare Valley Hall of Fame Finalists Announced

The countdown is on for the 2024 Clare Valley Wine Hall of Fame Gala Dinner and Award Presentation, which will be held at O’Leary Walker Wines on Friday 24th May 2024. Following a rigorous assessment and judging process by a dedicated selection panel, the finalists for the Award Winners have been confirmed.