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Tasmanian Pooley Wines emerged victorious at the prestigious Sydney Royal Wine Show, with their 2024 Pooley Syrah winning the coveted Best in Show title. The event, recognized as the oldest and most prestigious wine award in Australia, saw a panel of 31 judges evaluate over 1,500 wines from across the country. Chair of judges, Mike De Iuliis, emphasized the significant role these shows play in elevating the industry by showcasing exceptional wines from diverse regions.

Pooley Wines, hailing from Tasmania, a region not typically associated with red wines, received the accolade, proving that outstanding quality can come from anywhere in the country. The win also marked a historic moment as Pooley Wines secured the Best Red and Best Shiraz titles, breaking the dominance of established wine regions like the Barossa Valley and McLaren Vale.

In its two centuries, the Sydney Royal Wine Show has played a pivotal role in shaping the wine industry, providing producers with valuable feedback and benchmarks, and elevating both small and large producers.