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1 | Adam Wadewitz
Graduated: Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Oenology) (2005)
VC’s selection: Shaw & Smith M3 Chardonnay 2022
Adam Wadewitz has had a profound effect on Adelaide Hills winery Shaw + Smith since
joining as senior winemaker in 2013. Now joint-CEO, Adam has implemented more organic
practices for the winery and is a partner in its MMAD project, extending the winery’s reach
to other regions.
2 | Peter Gago AC
Graduated: Bachelor of Applied Science (Oenology) (1990)
VC’s selection: Penfolds Bin 150 Marananga Shiraz 2018
Much of Penfolds’ reputation is attributable to Peter Gago, who joined the label in 1989 and
became Chief Winemaker in 2002. He’s described the sub-regional Bin 150 Marananga Shiraz
as a barometer for the quality of a vintage, and the 2018 just hit its suggested drinking age.
3 | Brian Croser AO
Graduated: Bachelor of Agricultural Science (1971) + Doctor of the University (2007)
VC’s selection: Tapanappa Foggy Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021
Founder of Petaluma, Croser and Tapanappa, Brian Croser acquired AO status in 2000 for
his contribution to the Australian wine industry. One such act of service we can be thankful
for is this wine from the Foggy Hill Vineyard, grown on a Fleurieu property purchased for the
purpose of creating an excellent table Pinot Noir. Brian is also a Distinguished Alumni Award
winner (2021) and was Deputy Chancellor of the University from 1999 to 2007.
4 | Sue Hodder
Graduated: Diploma of Applied Science (Agriculture) (1984)
+ Graduate Diploma in Wine (1988)
VC’s selection: Wynns Single Vineyard Messenger Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Good winemakers – particularly those, like Sue Hodder, with a viticultural background
– know great wines are grown, not made. As Chief Winemaker at Wynns, Sue led a
rejuvenation of their vineyard and planted more varieties that thrive in Coonawarra soil, like
Cabernet Sauvignon.
5 | Peter Fraser
Graduated: Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Oenology) (1998)
VC’s selection: Yangarra Hickinbotham Clarendon Grenache 2021
Yangarra’s industry-wide respect is the product of winemaker Peter Fraser’s foresight. He
facilitated the purchase of the winery by US-based Jackson Family Wines in the early ’00s,
and doubled-down on Grenache well before it became popular. This release is distinctive for
its wild fermentation and maturation in amphora.
6 | Louisa Rose
Graduated: Bachelor of Applied Science (Wine Science) (1993)
VC’s selection: Yalumba The Virgilius Viognier 2021
Heritage and contemporary relevance matter equally to Hill-Smith Family Estates, owner
of Yalumba. Head of Sustainability and Brand Ambassador, Louisa Rose is known for her
focus on sustainability, use of wild yeasts, and for making the entire Yalumba range vegan,
beginning with the 2012 vintage. The Virgilius is considered an Australian benchmark for
the oft-misunderstood Viognier. Louisa was also Chair of the University’s Alumni Council
between 2017 and 2023.
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