About Us
Our First Crush and Original Crush wines are for those who want to leave the ultimate impression on the one they desire. Our wine symbolises the promise of good things to come. The passion and love of that first, original crush.
Our Vision
To become one of the largest wine exporters in the Southern Hemisphere to support the increasing demand for Australian wine. Through building long-term relationships with customers, we strive to provide a one-stop solution for wine products, whether it is OEM/Private label or our own brands.
BUILDING STRONG RELATIONSHIPS
WE ARE PROUD TO BE WORKING WITH CCW CO-OPERATIVE LIMITED.
Since 1922, CCW has worked with wine grape growers from all over the Riverland to consistently supply world class fruit and wine.
Their 530 growers are from 14 different ethnic groups and multi-generational family input, nurture 8,000 hectares of vineyards. These vineyards comprise of 52 different grape varieties from the popular Chardonnay and Shiraz to the exotic Aglianico and Zinfandel.
The strength of the co-operative lies in the grower. For them, everything begins and ends with our growers, and achieving the best returns is at the heart of our value proposition. CCW believes they grow the best value winegrapes in the country, with low disease pressure and good weather conditions.
Over the long term they are working on building sustained demand for our produce across all markets. CCW has a history of delivering returns, not only to the grower but also the Riverland region.
WINEMAKER INTRODUCTION
MELANIE KARGAS – WINEMAKER
Melanie started her career in the wine industry over 20 years ago. She is passionate about making wine her way, producing generous, fruit forward wine styles that are well balanced and can be enjoyed with or without food.
Having been awarded many medals for her wines over the years, she continues to push herself by exploring new varieties and winemaking techniques that highlight the strengths of the Riverland.
Whilst Melanie has worked in many different wine regions in Australia as well as overseas over the past 2 decades, her heart has always led her back to the Riverland.
OUR BRANDS
Original Crush & First Crush
Our Original Crush and First Crush wines are for those who want to leave the ultimate impression on the one they desire. Conceived in the sun-kissed vineyards of Australia’s Riverland, each bottle created is an explosive expression of love and celebration of devotion.
From the crushing of the grapes to ageing in oak barrels, we believe in abiding to the original, traditional and the natural process of wine making. Each wine is rich in flavour, texture and has the depth to achieve perfection.
From the dark purple colour and luscious aromas of the Ruby Cabernet to the spicy mulberry flavours of the Shiraz. The dark cherry and plum of the elegant Merlot to the fruit-driven, full-bodied style of the Cabernet Sauvignon, each variety is in a class of its own.
Enjoy the silky tannins coupled with a smooth finish and savour the richness on the palate that only the finest can deliver.
Our wine symbolises the promise of good things to come. The passion and love of that first, original crush.
Fortuneland
In the heart of Australia, to escape from the war in Europe, immigrants discovered the peaceful Riverland area, a fertile land on the banks of the mighty Murray River.
Blessed with a Mediterranean climate of long sunny days and cooler nights, they reaped bountiful harvests of peaches, cherries, berries and stone fruits. With dedication, resilience and good fortune, Australia’s Riverland wine grape growing region was born. Like Táohuā Yuán Jì, the fertile land, mother river, and the hard work of the people led to a life of harmony and prosperity.
Discover this Fortuneland wine, where the Riverland’s earthy abundance combines quality craftmanship and passion. From an alluring mix of berries to the elegant aroma of plum and cherries, the fruit flavours of this region intermingle in our wines.
Each variety embodies the essence of this blessed land, offering a journey through layers of history and flavour. Each sip gives thanks to the generations who shaped our vineyards and the cultures intertwined in its soil.
With Fortuneland, experience the essence of Australian winemaking. Toast to longevity, prosperity, and the timeless allure of ‘heaven on earth’ embodied in every bottle.