I’ve participated in the Southern Tasmanian Open Vineyards weekend previously, but this year marks the first year I get to host it at my Palisander vineyard (or the tasting room). The...
The tribute to legacy of Rada Penfold
I often get asked about the origin of the name of my Pinot Meunier/Pinot Noir/Gamay blend, and the story is one of my favourites. As...
Discover the Coal River Valley
The Coal River Valley, nestled in the southern reaches of Tasmania, is a wine region unlike any other. It's a place where the wild beauty...
The sweet inspiration behind our Tupelo white blend
I get asked all the time about the name of my Tupelo white blend and where it derives from. The first place I normally start...
Discover what we've been up to this month
I’ve been pretty quiet here lately as the hum of the upcoming harvest approached and the buzz of our tasting room construction continues. We’re right...
Small batch, high quality...
Every pruning, harvesting, and winemaking decision is made with the final wine in mind. I purposefully make all of the Stargazer wines in small and...
95 Points for the 2022 Palisander Riesling
The 2023 Palisander Riesling marks my sixth release of this wine. It has been a crowd-favourite since its first release, with consistently high praise like...
The eco-system of Palisander vineyard
The chickens at Palisander play a crucial role in our vineyard’s ecosystem. We let the chickens forage and peck beneath the vines and between rows,...
An Impressive 97 Points for our 2023 Chardonnay
Before the break, I received a wonderful Christmas present of my own with the news that Huon Hooke of The Real Review had rated the recently...
A thank you note...
In the calm and quiet of early mornings, I often look over the Palisander vineyard and am struck with gratitude for your unwavering support. Thanks...