Trends and Innovation in the Wine Industry

Treasury Wine Estates Level 8, 161 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

  This June, the Victorian chapter of Wine Communicators of Australia (WCA) invites local wine and hospitality professionals to join them for an insightful panel event at Treasury Wine Estates in Melbourne. This activity provides an opportunity for participants to hear about the latest trends and innovation currently faced in the wine industry from four expert panelists. The expert panel will include: Sarah Andrew – National On Premise Manager, House

Online Q&A Panel Series: Winetalk 2020

Online (Zoom) , Australia

  2020: The year that changed the way we talk about wine The challenges we have faced in 2020 have been unimaginable. Join the conversation with Australian wine writers Max Allen and Nick Ryan as they talk about how the events this year have shaped the way we communicate about wine.  Moderated by Professor Armando Corsi, the panel will delve into a number of thought-provoking questions such as; what can

WCA Panel Discussion – The World of Wine Insights

Online (Zoom) , Australia

Hosted by Amy Banks, Halliday Wine Companion, we invite you to join us for a captivating panel discussion, exploring how data can be used, the importance of quality research and how to implement research findings into practical measures.  Find out how your wine brand(s) can benefit from the world of wine insights. “Without data you’re just another person with an opinion” W. Edwards Deming PANELISTS: Leigh Firkin, Merchandise Manager Commercial Wine

WCA Networking Event – VIC

Jimmy Watsons Bar 333 Lygon Street, Carlton, VIC, Australia

YOU'RE INVITED.... Join the WCA team for a 'face-to-face networking event' where we will bring together the wine industry and celebrate the achievements of 2021, including the Wine Industry Mentor Program graduates and Wine Communicator Awards finalists/winners. It will be a great opportunity to chat with industry colleagues over a drink, something many of us haven't been able to do for many months.  EVENT DETAILS VIC Date: Wednesday 8 December

WCA Yarra Valley Immersion Day

Yarra Valley Victoria, Australia

POSTPONED TO EARLY 2023 October is a busy time of year for everyone and we couldn't quite fill the bus for this tour. Interest is definitely there, so we have decided to postpone until early in the New year. As wine professionals, we’re constantly trying to answer the question: what really works to engage consumers? At the WCA Yarra Valley immersion day, we’re setting out to answer just that, with the

Jimmy Watson Trophy Celebration (VIC)

Jimmy Watsons Bar 333 Lygon Street, Carlton, VIC, Australia

Join us for a celebration of the Jimmy Watson Trophy winner on the 60th anniversary of Australia’s most prestigious wine award.  This will be a relaxed event offering the opportunity to reconnect with the WCA Victoria wine community and to pay tribute to the 60-year-old tradition of the Jimmy Watson trophy.  Bubbles on arrival, delicious snacks and a great opportunity to network. TICKETS ON SALE NOW WCA Members $65 |

The Australian Ark Melbourne Trade Launch (VIC)

Treasury Wine Estates Level 8, 161 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Join WCA Victorian Chapter and author Andrew Caillard MW for a special showcase of the newly released The Australian Ark.  Andrew will set the scene for the evening with a presentation outlining key events and characters in the history of Australian wine, which will be followed by a book signing and drinks with your industry colleagues.   The Australian Ark is the first work to chart the complete history of Australian

Yarra Valley Wine Tour (VIC)

Yarra Valley Victoria, Australia

Join the WCA Victorian Chapter for a wine education experience at four amazing locations in the Yarra Valley on Friday 16th February 2024. Learn from experts in the field about how to create a memorable cellar door experience and meet some new wine professionals to grow your network. Regional stops will include Rob Dolan Wines, Hubert Estate, Innocent Bystander and Four Pillars Gin. Stop One. The Pairing Method is a