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...
Southern Tasmanian Vineyard Open Days Menu!
ANNOUNCEMENT: Are you ready to join us next weekend at the Southern Tasmanian Vineyard Open Days? On Friday 27th, we’re thrilled to have renowned Hobart...
Our Wine Clubs
I’ve always believed that if you’re going to do something, you should do it with focus. From the way we prune the vines at Palisander...
2024 Palisander Pinot Noir
The 2024 Palisander Pinot Noir is the ninth release of Pinot Noir from our home vineyard in Tea Tree.It’s a special bottling that captures the...
The new unmissable stop on Tasmania’s wine tourism trail by Max Allen
Sam Connew’s Stargazer tasting room – an understated feat of Australian architecture – gives another reason to travel to the Coal River Valley. Sam Connew...
Island Life by Linda Smith in TasWeekend
One of the first things winemaker Sam Connew did when she moved to Tasmania almost a decade ago was to enjoy lunch with friends at...
Stargazer's latest vintage release includes a brand-new cellar door
By Anna Webster, Halliday Wine Companion Editor We speak to winemaker Samantha Connew about the latest Stargazer release, as well as her brand-new tasting room which...
Palisander Vineyard
As you relax and take in the expansive views from our new tasting room, you'll see how much the Palisander vineyard has grown. The original...
Pruning the vineyard
Pruning season is one of the most critical times of year for us at the vineyard. It's the first step in preparing for the new vintage...
Stargazer Coal River Valley Riesling
The label of our Stargazer Coal River Valley Riesling pays homage to one of Tasmania's most distinctive heritage landmarks: the Shot Tower. This iconic industrial...