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Command Shiraz named in Langton's Top 100 Wines by Demand for 2011

Our Command Shiraz has been named in Langton's Top 100 Wines by Demand for 2011! Check out the full list for more details by clicking here.

Latest update from Trees for Life Carbon Offset

We have received our latest update from Trees for Life regarding carbon offseting plantings. Each year, Elderton's carbon emissions are offset via the Trees for Life plantings. This latest update relates to 1,480 Trees for Carbon donated by Elderton, which were planted in August at a site on the Southern Yorke Peninsula, South Australia.

Click here to read more about the site and planting from the Trees for Life report.

Gold for 2006 Command Shiraz

The 2006 Command Shiraz had been awarded a Gold medal at the recently held 2011 National Wine Show of Australia in Canberra.

    This is another fantastic accolade for the 2006 Command, following it's achievements of Best in Class at the 2010 London International Wine & Spirit Competition, inclusion in the Top 100 New Releases list by Gourmet Traveller WINE in 2010, named as a finalist in the George Mackey Trophy and a number of great reviews of 94 points from the likes of Halliday and Parker.

Elderton features in tasting for Hong Kong’s top wine professionals

Some of the Barossa’s finest Shiraz, including the Elderton Command Shiraz, was showcased in Hong Kong on Wednesday through the region’s 'Barossa Grounds' tasting, aiming to educate this international market about the region’s diverse expression of wines. To read more Click here.

Elderton aiding the environment

Elderton has been working towards the restoration of the river bank in the Elderton Estate vineyard for a number of years. The North Para River runs through the bottom end of the vineyard and is a vital component of the local area. The restoration has been run in conjunction with Barossa Council and the Adelaide and Mt Lofty Natural Resources Management Board. Stages 1 and 2 are complete. This involved the planting of various native plants to enhance biodiversity on the Elderton Estate and will begin to bring the waterway back to its former state. This project is now an example for others looking to aid gum trees in their local areas. Click here to read an article 'First Aid for Our Gum Trees' from the Barossa Council. This also relates to an NRM education resource pack now available for teachers in which the Elderton example can be seen.

Ray Jordan writes of Elderton's bold nature

Elderton has again featured in print, this time Ray Jordan has written in the West Australian, 11.9.11. click here to read more.

Posted 12.9.11

Halliday feature article on Elderton Wines in The Weekend Australian 3/9/11

James Halliday writes of the history of the 30 vintages of Elderton Wines and the story behind the Ashmead family's proud involvement and success in the wine industry. Halliday also reviews the 2010 Eden Valley Shiraz, 2008 Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon and 2008 Ode to Lorraine. Read the full story here.

Posted 6/9/11

Command 'in the top echelon range of Australian shiraz'

John Fordham writes of the milestone of 30 vintages of Elderton and the story behind the name Command, Elderton's flagship Shiraz produced from vines planted in 1894… read the full article here.

Posted 31/8/11

Elderton featured by Jeni Port, "It's all rosy in the end"

Jeni Port has written a feature story, for The Age newspaper, on Elderton Wines as we celebrate 30 vintages. To read the full article Click here

posted 25/8/11

Elderton awarded 5 Red Stars by Halliday!

Elderton has this year been awarded five red stars by James Halliday in his Australian Wine Companion 2012 Edition, signifying Elderton is an, "Outstanding winery regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity." Other qualifications include two wines rated 94 points or above and having received 5-star ratings in the previous two years. This puts us among only 5.1% of wineries rated by Halliday in the Wine Companion-a pretty select group!

Elderton Celebrates 30 Vintages

2011 marks 30 vintages since the establishment of Elderton as an ultra-premium wine company. To celebrate this wonderful milestone, on August 1 and 2, Elderton held events over two days with some of Australia's most prominent wine journalists. These events showcased Elderton's vineyards, wines and people and explored the ever-evolving success story of Elderton Wines.

Elderton and Gourmet Traveller WINE dinner - August 16, 2011

A limited number of tickets are still available to attend dinner celebrating 30 Vintages of Elderton Wines. Hosted by Gourmet Traveller WINE Editor Judy Sarris and wine writer Nick Ryan, enjoy a three-course meal matched with a past and present vintage of wine from Elderton Wines.

    When: Tuesday 16 August, 2011 6.30pm for a 7pm start
      Where: Bistrode CBD, Cnr York and King Streets, Sydney NSW
        Cost : $120 per person
          To book: call Bistrode on (02) 9240 3000

                posted 13/7/11

Elderton wine in Matthew Jukes 100 Best Australian Wines 2011

The 2008 Ode to Lorraine has been named in Matthew Jukes list of 100 Best Australian Wines 2011, launched 17 May. Jukes describes the list as "…the result of exhaustive tastings over the last twelve months and it represents the finest one hundred Australian wines available on the shelves in the UK this year."

Vintage 2011 Comes to a Close

Vintage 2011 has come to an end at Elderton, as the last of the Grenache has been pulled from the vines and come into the winery. We've sadly farewelled some of our fantastic international cellar hands and hope that they write us letters from home. The work, however, has really just began…

Elderton Vintage Underway

Whilst vintage across the Barossa has been delayed due to the cooler weather and rain in 2011, Elderton is slowly into Vintage. The first white crush was Chardonnay on 7 March, with red grapes coming in from the third week of March. There are some open ferments underway and looking amazing. We all love the colours and smells of vintage and look forward to seeing the end results of the hard work.

To see photos and updates visit our blog http://eldertonwines.blogspot.com/

Sons make wines to make a dad proud

Read further on Elderton Wines celebrating 30 years as Winsor Dobbin writes for the Launceston Sunday Examiner Click here

Dine with Allister at Melbourne restaurants for launch of 2007 Command Shiraz

Join Allister Ashmead for dinner, as two great restaurants in Melbourne will be hosting dinners for the release of the 2007 Command Shiraz in March.

Tuesday, 15 March-Sosta (Errol St, North Melbourne)

Wednesday, 16 March-Grossi Florentino (Bourke St, Melbourne)

For further details contact Elderton Wines

Elderton Wines in 2011 Rare & Distinguished Barossa Wine Auction at Barossa Vintage Festival

The 2011 Auction will be the most comprehensive that the Vintage Festival has ever seen, with amazing lots coming from the longtime supporters of the Auction including Penfolds, Henschke, Peter Lehmann and Yalumba, as well as a great array of the talented superstars of the future-and everything inbetween.

This electrifying limited live auction of exceedingly rare and distinguished lots, gives collectors and investors alike the opportunity to source prized marquis wines of the Barossa, many in limited release large formats or in museum verticals.

Elderton wines featured in the Auction include

    Command Shiraz-6 pack-one bottle each of 2002 – 2007
      Command Shiraz-One Salmanazar (9L) 2005 vintage

      For further information on the Auction, including full catalogue Click here

Elderton donates to Australian Wine Trade Flood Relief Raffle

Elderton has donated wine to the raffle being organised by well known Brisbane-based wine writers, Tyson Stelzer and Mark Folker to help flood victims in Queensland. The Australian Wine Trade Flood Relief Raffle will donate proceeds to the Queensland Premier’s Flood Relief Appeal and other similar appeals. For further information on the raffle Click here.

Eden Valley Cabernet at #14 of the WineStar 2010 Top 100 Wines

Elderton are proud to announce that the 2009 Eden Valley Cabernet has topped off a great year, being named at #14 in the WineStar 2010 Top 100 Wines. Favourite line of the review: "It displays opulence reserved for wines twice its retail price…". Thanks WineStar!

Annabel Lucy Ashmead - born 15 December 2010

Welcome Annabel Lucy Ashmead to the Ashmead family! Allister and Rebecca Ashmead, and big sisters Charlotte and Sophie, are excited to announce the safe arrival of Annabel, born 15 December 2010. Congratulations!

William Neil Campbell Ashmead - born 3 December 2010

Welcome William Neil Campbell Ashmead to the Ashmead family! Cameron and Julie Ashmead, and big brother Angus, are excited to announce the safe arrival of William, born Friday, 3 December 2010. Congratulations!

Eldertonian competition winner announced

Congratulations to Dave Humphreys of Queensland, the winner of the 2006 Command magnum, drawn yesterday (29/11/10). Dave is the winner of the competition run via the Eldertonian sign-up page from 3/11/10 to 24/11/10.

Elderton doing its bit for revegetation - Trees for Life site report

Elderton contributes to the Trees for Life revegation of sites in South Australia. The latest site that Elderton helped directly fund was 8 hectares in the Bugle Ranges. 8800 plants were direct seeded, and the site has protection for 100 years. Click here to read more about the Bugle Ranges site.

Elderton in Halliday's Top 100 Wines 2010

Elderton's 2009 Eden Valley Cabernet Sauvignon features in James Halliday's 2010 Top 100, released in the Weekend Australian Magazine, 13-14 November 2010.

    94 points-'Bright purple-red, the perfumed red-currant aromas lead into a palate with abundant juicy, fleshy fruit, fine tannins, and a bare hint of oak from nine months in older French hogsheads. Drink now-2016 with smoked Barossa meats.'

Top 5 at Winestate Wine of the Year Awards 2010

The 2010 Eden Valley Riesling made Top Five, as a finalist in the Riesling category at the Winestate 2010 Wine of the Year Awards on Friday 12 November.

Allister attends Barossa Old Vine Charter tasting in Hong Kong

The tasting was held in the lead-up to the Hong Kong International Wine and Spirits Fair and showcased the heritage of the Barossa. To read more about the tasting Click here.

2010 Eden Valley Riesling rated 4 1/2 stars in Winestate

The Elderton 2010 Eden Valley Riesling has been rated 4 1/2 stars in the recently release edition of Winestate (Nov/Dec 2010).

Elderton features in regional business awards

Elderton were finalists in two categories at the recently announced 2010 Advantage SA Regional Awards. Over 70 businesses/individuals were nominated for the Awards in the Barossa region. Featuring in both the Sustainability and Innovation categories in the Awards, Elderton continue to be proud of the initiatives that are being implemented as part of day-to-day business at the winery, driving the sustainability of the business.

Great outcome from International Wine and Spirits Competition in London

We are proud to announce some great results achieved by Elderton wines at the 2010 IWSC:

Best in Class (Gold)-2006 Command Shiraz

    Best in Class (Silver)-2009 Neil Ashmead Grand Tourer Shiraz
      Silver-2007 Command Shiraz
        Silver-2008 Ode to Lorraine
          Bronze-2008 Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon
            Bronze-2007 Estate Shiraz
              Bronze-2010 Eden Valley Riesling

Elderton's Winery Solar Panels Installed

Elderton Wines has seen the installation of the winery solar panel project finalised this month. Click here to read more and view the panels.

New Zealand Wine Show Results

Silver-2006 Command

    Bronze-2008 Ode to Lorraine
      Bronze-2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
        Bronze-2007 Estate Shiraz

GTS featured in 200 Best Packaging Designs Worldwide

The Neil Ashmead GTS has featured in the Luzer's Archive Special '200 Best Packaging Design Worldwide 10/11' book.Click here to view the feature.

Command judged a Gold Star wine

Rob Geddes has judged the Command Shiraz a Gold Star wine in the 2011 edition of Australian Wine Vintages ('the Gold Book'). A Gold Star rating recognises vignerons and winemakers with the ability to produce that wine at a consistently high standard.

Former Ashes cricketers name Elderton Shiraz in favourite wines

Excitement appears to be building in the UK in the lead up to the next Ashes series, with a group of former players tasting Australian wines and naming their favourites. The Estate Shiraz was named at number 4. click here to read the article.

Elderton feature article following Cam's visit to Malaysia

Read about Cam's recent visit to Malaysia, Ode to Lorraine, Command and Botrytis Semillon in the following article http://www.nst.com.my/nst/articles/Living_Anode_acommandandafungus/Article/

Elderton feature article in Asian Sommelier Guide

Click here to read the feature article on Elderton in the Asian Sommelier Guide 2009.

Elderton rated 5 star winery in 2011 James Halliday Australian Wine Companion

Elderton has been named a 5 star winery in James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion 2011 edition, available from 28 July 2010. This gives Elderton successive 5 star ratings, after also receiving 5 stars in Halliday's 2010 Wine Companion.

An Ashmead becomes Chairman of SA’s leading retail co-operative

Elderton’s Cameron Ashmead has become the most recent non-executive Chairman of the Barossa Community Store (Nuriootpa) Limited, which is one of Australia’s leading retail co-operatives with 14,200 shareholders and over $60 million in annual revenues. Cameron as been Deputy Chair and was promoted after David Obst resigned this position after 16 years of distinguished service for the community.

Elderton featured in Milk Magazine, Hong Kong

Elderton has recently featured in Hong Kong's Milk Magazine.Click here to see the story.

Elderton’s carbon neutral planting initiative deemed a ‘shining success’

Elderton has recently been recognised in Trees For Life’s Releaf Magazine, as being a contributor to a major revegetation project in the Adelaide Hills. Deemed a ‘shining success’, the site, located in Flaxley (South-East of Adelaide), consists of 20 hectares of vegetation, of which has been part-funded by Elderton’s Carbon Neutral offset commitments. The Flaxley site is predicted to sequester at least 4167 tonnes of CO2 over the next century. Click Here To Learn More

GTS Label makes 'The Coolist'

Elderton's Neil Ashmead GTS packaging has again been recognised for its innovation, as one of The Coolist's 30 "…most impressive wine label designs in recent history." They note their favourite feature of the bottle as the gear-stick style cap.

2010 Decanter World Wine Awards Results

Another successful year at the Decanter World Wine Awards for Eldertons!

    2006 Command Shiraz (Silver)
      2007 Command Shiraz (Silver)
        2007 Estate Shiraz (Bronze)
          2007 Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon (Commended)
            2008 Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon (Commended)
              2007 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Commended)
                2009 Eden Valley Riesling (Commended)

2010 International Wine Challenge Results

Congratulations to Eldertons on another brilliant win!

    2006 Command Shiraz (Bronze)
      2007 Command Shiraz (Bronze)
        2007 Estate Shiraz (Bronze)
          2008 Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon (Commended)

Elderton Launches Brand Video

Check our Elderton's first video of the winery and vineyard, located in the beautiful Barossa Valley township of Nuriootpa.

A New Ashmead Baron

Allister Ashmead was inducted as a Baron of the Barossa on 7 November 2009. The Barons are instrumental in setting down a number of aims including preservation and maintenance of heritage, traditions, standards and public interest in Barossa wine. In what is excellent news, he follows on from Neil’s induction in 1992.

2007 Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon a Winner at the London International Wine and Spirit Competition

The team at Elderton Wines are proud to announce that the 2007 Ashmead Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon has won Gold and Top in Class at the London International Wine and Spirit Competition. The Ashmead Cabernet has also been awarded Gold at the San Francisco International Wine Show and Gold at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles this year. For full details of this award winning wine, please see the Reviews page of the website.

Elderton's Carbon Neutral Commitment is Boosted!

Elderton’s commitment to being carbon neutral was boosted with the news that our offset plantations for 2008/09 were planted in the Mannum area by Trees for Life. For more information please refer to the attached letter from carbonneutral.com.au.

2009 Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc Wins GOLD at Adelaide Wine show.

The team at Elderton are thrilled to announce the newly released 2009 Adelaide Hills Sauvignon Blanc has won a Gold Medal, scoring 18.5 / 20, at the Royal Adelaide Wine Show. As equal second in class, this is a very humbling result, suggesting it is in the category of Australia’s standout offerings from the 2009 vintage. The 2009 Sauvignon Blanc also was recently awarded a 4 star rating by Winestate Magazine.

Elderton Awarded Critics Choice Award - Wine Spectator

Elderton Wines have been awarded Critics Choice Award from the Wine Spectator Magazine – the 3rd time in 6 years. We also attended the prestigious New York Wine Experience in October, where the magazine chose its favourite 250 wineries from around the world. There were only 8 Australian companies included in the tastings.

Elderton 5 Star Winery in James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion 2010

It with great pleasure that we can bring you the hot off the press scores from the 2010 edition of James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion. (See the Reviews page on website) The companion is often referred to as the Australian Wine Bible-Halliday being regarded as our most respected critic and industry commentator.

All of the reviews have led to Elderton being rated 5 Stars overall – deemed to be ‘An outstanding winery and capable of producing wines of very high quality, and did so this year.’ Elderton was also noted amongst the Best Wineries of the Barossa Valley region.

Elderton Wins Gold!

The team at Elderton are proud to give you their outstanding results for the 2009 Concours Mondial de Bruxelles Wine Show.

  • GREAT GOLD-2006 Command Single Vineyard Shiraz
  • GOLD-2007 Ashmead Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
  • GOLD-2006 Barossa Shiraz
  • GOLD-2006 Ode To Lorraine, CSM
Elderton Commended for their achievements at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2009

The Decanter World Wine Awards has flourished over the last 5 years to grow into the most important and influential wine competitions in the world. Elderton have been recognised this year for their outstanding wines, receiving a SILVER Award for the 2005 Single Vineyard Command Shiraz and the 2006 Ode to Lorraine CSM; as well being highly Commended for the 2006 Barossa Valley Estate Shiraz.

Angus Wellington Campbell Ashmead - Born 10th May 2009

The new edition to the Ashmead family has finally arrived! Proud new parents, Cameron and Julie Ashmead are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of Angus Wellington Campbell Ashmead, born early Sunday morning on the 10th of May 2009. Cam says that Angus has already spoken about how excited he is about his very first Swans game! We wish them all the very best.

Environmental Acknowledgement for Elderton Wines

Elderton has been acknowledged again for its work with its environmental sustainability initiatives in the Grapegrower and Winemaker Magazine, March 2009.

Amazing Parker scores including the 2005 Command Shiraz with 97 Points.

The short month of February has been highlighted by three key reviews from three prominent Australian wine reporters-Gary Walsh, Windsor Dobbin and Ric Einstein. We are also happy to announce, as of March 1st, the official release of Elderton's flagship-the 2005 Single Vineyard Command Shiraz.

For those whom also follow the scribes of Robert Parker (US), we are pleased to bring to you 'hot off the press' scores of Wine Advocate correspondent DR. Jay Miller. These scores have true global recognition, and we are proud to yet again be endorsed amongst the higher echelon of Australian wineries.-2005 Single Vineyard Command Shiraz 97 Points-2006 Single Vineyard Ashmead Cabernet Sauvignon 95 Points-2006 Ode To Lorraine CSM 92 Points-2005 Ode To Lorraine CSM 91 Points-2006 Barossa Estate Shiraz 91 Points-2006 Barossa Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 91 Points-2007 Riverina Botrytis Semillion 90 Points

For full reviews, which make great for reading, please see the 'Review' page or contact the Elderton Team for more information.

Wine Spectators Top 100 Wines of 2008 - Elderton Makes the List for the 3rd time in the last 9 years

The 2005 Elderton Ode To Lorraine CSM has come in at number 16 in Wine Specator's Top 100 Wines of 2008. We were very proud and excited to make this prestigious list for the 3rd time in the last nine years, which rounds up the years most exciting wines.

A Decade in the Bottle - Winespectator Tasting

A retrospective tasting of top Aussie Reds from mid- to late-’90s vintages. The best Shirazes and Cabernet Sauvignons the country has to offer prove their mettle with time. Posted: Thursday, September 04, 2008 ELDERTON Shiraz Barossa Command 1998 Score: 99 Rich, ripe and seductive, still amazingly youthful, brimming with red plum, blackberry and guava flavors, speckled with layers of exotic spice, crème brûlée, a touch of licorice and a hint of espresso. The structure is utterly seamless, and it all comes together harmoniously. Seems like this can go for ages.-Harvey Steinman