McPherson Wines

2015 Royal Sydney Wine Show Results Feb 13

Two silver medals awarded to the Basilisk Shiraz Mourvedre 2013 (90 Points) and the

MWC Pinot Gris 2014 (92 Points).

The Chapter Three Shiraz 2013 received a Bronze Medal and 85 Points.

McPherson Wines had its beginnings in 1968.  My father, Jock McPherson, worked in wineries in the early days of the industry in New South Wales.  From him I learned the joys of winemaking, along with an honours degree in the use of colourful language.  In 1974 I began winemaking in my own right, and have spent my working life to date in the wine industry. 

In 1993 I established vineyard holdings in the Murray Darling region near Mildur...

Croftwood Vineyard ­ Murray Darling

Size: 85 Ha (210 Acres)
Grape Varieties Grown: Chardonnay, Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon

The Murray Darling is so named for the two great rivers that run through the region ­ the Murray River and the Darling River. One of the most significant grape growing areas in Australia, the region is over 350km wide (east to west) and is renowned for its production of soft, generously flavoured wines. ...

Winemaker Jo Nash

Jo's 2014 release wines have been awarded a total of 4 Trophies and 11 Gold Medals in major Australian Shows, and her outstanding MWC Shiraz Mourvedre 2013 was listed as one of James Halliday's TOP 100 Wines of 2014.

After graduating from Charles Sturt University, Jo worked under Andrew McPherson tutelage, and in 2011 was appointed Chief Winemaker at McPherson Wines. 
Jo's natural affinity with, and passion for winemak...

We oversee the day to day operations of our Central Victorian Winery and world class bottling facility.  I am very proud of our Chapter Three, Basilisk and McPherson Signature Range Wines, which are enjoyed by people in thirty six different countries.  I am now a grandfather to seven grandchildren, born to my daughters Alex and Catriona and son Angus. 

Both Alex and Angus have pursued careers in the wine industry; however the black she...