Held once a decade, the Clare Valley Wine Hall of Fame awards honour individuals whose dedication and innovation have shaped the region over a significant period.
Organised by the Clare Valley Wine & Grape Association, the awards 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, celebrating those who have influenced and contributed to the on-going success of the Clare Valley wine industry.
Clare Valley 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)