Quarisa Wines

John knows what it takes to make a wine that the world will love and how important it is to make a flawless wine that is recognised by not only the critical wine show circuit but the consumer as well. John’s career has included the instrumental development of Nugan Estate’s successful export strategy in his role as Chief Winemaker, forming the unique style of McWilliams Wines botrytis through the late 80s and early 90s and pursuing ultra-premium winemaking excellence and recognition at Casella Wines.

As a winemaker for over 30 years, John’s winemaking has been awarded some of Australia’s greatest accolades including both the Jimmy Watson and Stodart Trophies. International and Australian Wine Show Judge, John’s experience and passion drove him to develop a range of wines that truly reflected what he loved in great wines; down to earth, full of character and approachable are attributes that are both characteristic of both the winemaking style and the winemaker himself.

In establishing their range of wines, the Quarisas have drawn on their greatest passions in life; their children, their family, heritage and John, himself, the fun loving winemaker.

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