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It
was German settlers who first brought wines to Barossa Valley in the
early 1840's. They came here as a result of religious persecution in
their home country, and were soon perceived as very valuable for the European
settlement. They
were religious, hard working, sober and persevering people who soon
developed their own culture and lifestyle which has remained till
today.
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In
1847 Johann Cramp planted his first wines at Jacob's Creek,
and three years later he could enjoy the first glass of his
Carte Blanche. His venture grew to become Orlando Wines,
today Australia's largest wine and spirits group and one of
the most successful Australian exporters. Their wines are exported to
over 50 countries around the world.
Next to Johann Cramp, the wine industry was gradually taken
over by a few other of the wealthiest families in the
region: Seppelt, Jacobs, Salters, Gramps, Penfolds and
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The
Jacob's Creek Visitor Centre is a held in a modern, 'steel-and-glass'
style. Here you can drop in for a tasting or sit down in the spacious
restaurant and enjoy a better meal, overlooking wineyards and the
Barossa Ranges .
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No
problem finding it |
A
visitor centre with a view |
From
the exhibition |
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Bar
at the Visitor Centre |
Pleasant
and professional staff |
Lucky
girl... |
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Another,
much younger winery in the Barossa Valley is Peter Lehman Wines. Since
its inception in 1979, Peter Lehmann Wines has emerged as one of
Australia’s most respected, energetic and innovative wine producers.
Peter Lehmann Wines has earned many medals and trophies along with great
accolades from wine judges in Australia and throughout the world.
Now a publicly listed company of international repute, Peter Lehmann
Wines is regarded as one of Australia’s pre-eminent wine brands. I was
very lucky to get a private tour of this excellent winery.
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Trophies won in Australia and abroad
(These phots are
links to larger images) |
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Frontdesk
exhibition |
Tasting
table |
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Jarrod,
the guide |
Yours
truly |
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Article about Peter Lehman from the Norwegian
newspaper VG.
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