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WCA is a national organisation that talks with, for & about the Australian wine industry.

02/09/2026

What defines a luxury brand today?

We hope you can join us next Wednesday (9th September from 5.30pm to around 7.30pm) to discuss all things LUXURY.

We have put together a panel of people from outside of the wine industry to help give us a well-rounded perspective on luxury in the Australian market.
The panel will include Sam Herde from luxury venue 67 Pall Mall, Thomas Carr from luxury fashion brand Jac+Jack and Mark Baulderstone from luxury crystalware RIEDEL Australia. Not forgetting host Brian Chase Olson from Blend PR who works with multiple luxury brands and will guide us through topics like the architecture of a luxury brand, decoding the modern luxury consumer and the currency of trust & positioning.

The discussion on "luxury" and how we can all share in it, will be accompanied by nibbles and a selection of the latest trophy-winning wines from the 2026 Sydney Royal Wine Show, making for a very interesting and enjoyable event.

What ~ Luxury: the final frontier
When ~ Wednesday 9th September. 5:30pm
Where ~ The Crystal Room, Level 1, 1 West Street, North Sydney
Tix ~ WCA Member ticket = $35 | Non-Member ticket = $50

Book now via the link in our bio or on our website here - https://winecommunicators.com.au/event/luxury-panel-discussion/

Images from .baulderstone

Many thanks to our who have kindly donated their new event space – The Crystal Room – for us to host this panel discussion and drinks. We will be one of the first to see the new RIEDEL Boutique and event space; Australia's first-ever standalone crystalware store, and one of only three RIEDEL flagships in the world, containing more than 400 glassware products!

31/08/2026

Fancy a full day tour of the icons of the Clare Valley? Well get prepared because that is exactly what we are doing on Saturday 19th September.

Join us to experience:
• one of the rarest opportunities in Australian wine: exclusive behind the gates access to Wendouree, an exclusive winery that is closed to the public and legendary for its heritage, precision and mystique!
• a Masterclass tasting of Clare Valley Rieslings by Wendouree, Knappstein and Jim Barry Wines collaboration with Dr Loosen
• Lunch at Knappstein winery
• a panel conversation with leading Clare Valley voices exploring the future of wine communication, tourism and regional branding
• a visit to Grosset Wines cellar door for tasting

On top of all of the above, your ticket includes a RIEDEL glass valued at $40, adding a premium take-home element to the day.

This is a self drive tour, with the option to join a return car-pool from Adelaide or Gawler for an additional $20 if you prefer not to drive.

Our Clare Valley field trip is strictly limited to just 30 guests so book now!
Booking link - https://winecommunicators.com.au/event/icons-of-clare-valley-a-full-day-tour/

27/08/2026

This is the stunning light fixture, made of RIEDEL glasses, at the new RIEDEL Boutique and event space in North Sydney. Australia's first-ever standalone crystalware store, and one of only three RIEDEL flagships in the world, containing more than 400 luxury glassware products.

What better place to host our next Sydney event, which will be a panel discussion talking about "LUXURY"!

Led by PR guru Brian Chase Olson from Blend PR, WCA has brought together a panel of speakers who all work in the luxury sector and are wine adjacent. Tourism, Fashion, Product and Experience will come together to talk, share perspectives and learnings and discuss the growth in the luxury market, so that we can learn to evolve in such interesting times.

Join us for a fascinating discussion about "luxury" and how we can all talk about it and share in it. Accompanied by nibbles and a selection of the latest trophy-winning wines from the 2026 Sydney Royal Wine Show to make for a very interesting and enjoyable event.

WCA Member ticket = $35
Non-Member ticket = $50

What – Luxury: the final frontier
When – Wednesday 9th September. 5:30pm (or a 6pm start)
Where – The Crystal Room, Level 1, 1 West Street, North Sydney

Book tickets here
https://winecommunicators.com.au/event/luxury-panel-discussion/

26/08/2026

On Friday afternoon, at the 2026 Sydney Royal Wine Awards Lunch, we announced Peter Bourne - AKA The Wine Man - as the 2026 NSW ‘Legend of the Vine’!

Many congratulations ✨

Peter Bourne is an outstanding new addition to the Legend of the Vine, having spent five decades shaping how Australians understand, enjoy, and talk about wine. He has educated thousands - through tastings, masterclasses, corporate sessions, and public events - always with tremendous care and passion about the importance of the Australian wine industry.

Find out more about his achievements and the LOTV presentation via the media release on our website here ->
https://winecommunicators.com.au/nsw-2026-lotv/

21/08/2026

The Grand Ballroom at the Four Seasons Sydney is nearly ready for today's Sydney Royal Wine Awards Lunch!

There will be lots of exciting reveals soon ... what is this secret bottle in the middle of the tables and what wines will fill these beautiful RIEDEL glasses?

RIEDEL Australia & New Zealand Royal Agricultural Society NSW

19/08/2026

A reminder that our August Webinar is taking place on Tuesday next week and will cover the hot topic of Artificial Intelligence.

Don't miss this important update from a panel of experts who are all actively using AI both inside and outside the wine industry.

Check out our website for the key topics we will be discussing and how to register.
Link in our bio
https://winecommunicators.com.au/event/webinar-ai-in-the-wine-industry/

WHEN: 25 August @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm ACST
(Please note this is at a different time to our usual webinars)

17/08/2026

Last chance to get your ticket to the Sydney Royal Wine Awards Lunch, with ticket sales closing tomorrow.

In this milestone year - celebrating 200 years of the Sydney Royal Wine Show - this exceptional lunch and trophy presentation will be better and more memorable than ever.

So don't miss your chance to be part of wine history.

FIND OUT MORE on the WCA website and 🎟️ book now before Tuesday 18th August.
Link in our bio or visit:
https://winecommunicators.com.au/.../sydney-royal-200-lunch/

15/08/2026

Our Royal Adelaide Wine Awards Lunch, run in partnership with the Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of SA, returns to the Adelaide Showground on Friday 9 October 2026, 12.30 – 3.30pm.

Tickets are on sale now via our website so grab yours soon before they get snapped up!

Whether you’re a passionate wine lover, looking to impress clients or reward your team, or work within the wine industry, this will be a memorable celebration of wine excellence for all.

The fabulous will be returning as our MC, helping us to connect, communicate, collaborate, and celebrate the craftsmanship and dedication behind exceptional wines.

A ticket to the lunch also gives you free access to the ‘Royal Adelaide Wine Awards VIP and Sponsor Showcase Tasting’ for an hour beforehand. Discover over 2,000 wine entries at the tasting and then enjoy a selection of the top 2026 Trophy and Gold Medal winning wines with a delicious 3-course meal made from the finest SA produce at the lunch.

WHEN: Friday 9th October 2026 Tasting 11.30am Lunch 12.30 – 3.30pm
WHERE: Ridley Centre, Adelaide Showground
TICKETS: $220 member / $250 non-member / $2150 table-10

Book via the link in our bio or directly on our website here ->
www.winecommunicators.com.au/event/2026-royal-adelaide-lunch/

14/08/2026

Just 6 more sleeps until the SYDNEY ROYAL WINE AWARDS LUNCH returns to the Four Seasons Hotel in The Rocks, Sydney ... and ticket sales close on Tuesday!

In this milestone year - celebrating 200 years of the Sydney Royal Wine Show - this exceptional lunch will be bigger, better and more memorable than ever.

So don't miss your chance to be part of wine history.

FIND OUT MORE on our website and 🎟️ book now before Tuesday 18th August.
Link in our bio or visit:
https://winecommunicators.com.au/.../sydney-royal-200-lunch/

13/08/2026

Buying a ticket to the Sydney Royal Wine Awards Lunch doesn't just get you an exquisite lunch, great hospitality and access to ALL of the newly crowned 2026 Trophy-winning wines, it also gives you the opportunity to take part in the WCA's legendary raffle.

Access to 15 unbelievable wine prizes with a prize pool of nearly $11,000!
Wine experiences like a private tasting for 10 people at , a Degustation with matching wines for 2, Keepers of the Flame experience for 4 or an unforgettable wine & food journey for 6 people.

Or maybe you'd prefer some exclusive and rare wine to take home like the .of.fine.wine or Gold & Trophy winners dozens, curated 6 pack or the 2026 EJ Carr 30th Anniversary Special Release or 100 year Old Vine Magnum.

Or the perfect gift for any wine lover - a glassware pack, Professional Bundle or Wine Cabinet.

You have to be in it to win it so book your seat today!

Link in our bio or go direct to our website here ->
https://winecommunicators.com.au/event/sydney-royal-200-lunch/

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