Wine
The Sydney Royal Wine Show, established in 1826, is one of the most prestigious wine shows in Australia, annually attracting over 2,200 entries from 350 producers across Australia.
The first Show in 1826 saw wine judged for the first time, however quality wines were few and far between. In 1828 James Busby brought grapevine cuttings from the most celebrated vineyards of France, Spain and Germany to New South Wales. He established a vineyard at Kirkton and his reputation as the father of the Australian wine industry. The James Busby Perpetual Trophy for Best NSW Wine at the Sydney Royal Wine Show is named in his honour.
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The Sydney Royal Wine Show engages the most experienced and respected Judges in the industry and endorses the development of future judges.
The process is overseen by a Chair of Judges and includes six separate judging panels. Each panel consists of one Panel Chair, two Senior Judges and two Associate Judges.
Medals are determined by the Judges using the following point scale:
- Gold medal for outstanding Exhibits gaining 95.0pts and over
- Silver medal for excellent Exhibits gaining 90.0pts but fewer than 95.0pts
- Bronze medal for quality Exhibits gaining 85.0pts but fewer than 90.0pts
To ensure a consistent high standard of judging, the RAS operates the Sydney Royal Associate Judge Program to train the next generation.
Joining the Sydney Royal Associate Judge Program provides unique opportunities to:
- Lean how to score exhibits from experienced senior judges
- Experience first-hand what it takes to judge fine food and wine
- Be exposed to emerging trends and the very best producers have to offer
- Network with industry experts
- Build experience toward becoming a qualified judge
If you are interested in becoming a Associate Judge, please email us with your details at wine@rasnsw.com.au.
Stewards play a valuable role ensuring each judging day runs smoothly through the coordination and preparation of exhibits.
Acting as a Steward for Sydney Royal competitions provides unique insight into a specific industry and counts as relevant experience toward an Associate Judge role in the future.
Sydney Royal Competitions encourage and reward excellence, with the aim to support a viable and prosperous future for our agricultural communities.
Major Trophies
Best Chardonnay:
EVANS & TATE 2021 REDBROOKE ESTATE CHARDONNAY
Best Red:
MONTALTO 2022 PENNON HILL PINOT NOIR
Best White:
EVANS & TATE 2021 REDBROOKE ESTATE CHARDONNAY
Best Sparkling white or rosé:
HOUSE OF ARRAS GRAND VINTAGE 2015
Best White Of Show:
EVAN & TATE 2021 REDBROOKE ESTATE CHARDONNAY