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NEW PLW WEBSITE COMING SOON!  - 21 MAY 2013

Over the last year we’ve been working hard to create a brand new website that will allow you to easily navigate the site from any connected device, whether your looking for information, inspiration or even a libation! READ MORE

VINTAGE 2013 AT PETER LEHMANN WINES - 25 MAR 2013

With vintage 2013 almost complete it is time once again to look back at the season that was. Peter Lehmann Wines expects that the wines made from the 2013 vintage will be of exceptional quality. READ MORE

INAUGRAL MENTOR AWARD PROGRAM ANNOUNCED IN CANADA - 04 MAR 2013

Peter Lehmann Wines announced the launch of the inaugral Mentor Award Program during the Vancouver International Wine Festival. This mentorship program will provide an opportunity for rising stars in Canada’s wine trade to learn and further develop their knowledge. This year, the retreat will be lead by noteworthy author, internally acclaimed wine expert and inaugural program mentor, Anthony Gismondi in Whistler, B.C. READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN HONOURED AT BAROSSA'S DECLARATION OF VINTAGE - 22 FEB 2013

Peter Lehmann's colourful life was honoured at the 2013 blessing of the grapes ceremony, as he was escorted down the main street of Tanunda during the parade in a vintage vehicle driven by his son and fellow Baron, Doug, with wife Margaret by his side. READ MORE

SHARE A GLASS OF PRINCESS MOSCATO WITH YOUR LOVE THIS VALENTINES DAY - 06 FEB 2013

Valentine’s Day is about sharing with the one you love, so this year forgo the chocolates and enjoy a bottle of Peter Lehmann’s 2012 Princess Moscato - Twice the taste, and less on the waist. READ MORE

CELEBRATE AUSTRALIA DAY WITH AUSTRALIA’S LEGENDARY WINE - CLANCY’S - 15 JAN 2013

Peter Lehmann honoured Clancy’s legend in the early 90s with a classic Australian blend that is as true to the land as Clancy. So this Australia Day open a bottle of Clancy’s at your summer BBQ – a wine that well and truly punches above its weight. READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINES WELCOMES OUR NEWEST WINEMAKER TO THE TEAM - TIM DOLAN - 14 JAN 2013

Peter Lehmann Wines is pleased to announce the appointment of 27-year-old Tim Dolan as our newest - and youngest - addition to the winemaking team just in time for 2013 vintage. READ MORE

HOLIDAYS WITH CANADIAN CHEF JAMIE KENNEDY - 21 DEC 2012

Jamie Kennedy is undoubtedly one of Canada’s most well-known and acclaimed Chefs as well as an avid wine lover and a certified sommelier. We sat down with him to speak about the holiday season, his old world palate and his thoughts on Australian wines, all the while blind tasting him on a selection of wines from Peter Lehmann. READ MORE

THE ADELAIDE REVIEW HOT 100 SOUTH AUSTRALIAN WINES - 24 OCT 2012

Four Peter Lehmann wines listed in the Adelaide Review Hot 100 South Australian wines - 2007 Wigan, 2007 Margaret, NV Classic Muscat and 2010 Layers White blend. READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN - HE'S THE ARCHETYPICAL AUSTRALIAN - 24 OCT 2012

He's the archetypical Australian: big, vocal, funny and forthright but also a clever communicator and an outstanding promotor of all Australian wines. READ MORE

THE OSCARS OF THE BAROSSA – 2012 BAROSSA WINE SHOW - 24 SEP 2012

It was the night of nights in Barossa on Thursday September 20th - the 36th annual Barossa Wine Show. Some few hundred guests put on their best-dress to celebrate the Barossa wine industry's equivalent of the showbiz Oscars. READ MORE

WIN FOR WIGAN AND MARGARET IN ADELAIDE! - 17 SEP 2012

The 2006 Wigan Riesling and 2007 Margaret Semillon win the South Australian Wine of the Year Awards Trophy in both the consumer and judges panel tasting. READ MORE

HEART AND SOUL - THE LEHMANN LEGACY - 17 SEP 2012

PETER Lehmann has always put the Barossa first, an attitude that has made him a legend of the valley.... He would hate anyone to think he is a "little smartarse German kraut". READ MORE

TELL US WHAT YOU THINK! - 05 SEP 2012

In the interest of providing the best visitor experience we can at Peter Lehmann Wines Cellar Door, we’re enlisting your help to complete a short survey. READ MORE

WORLD CABERNET DAY - AUGUST 30TH 2012 - 23 AUG 2012

Barossa Cabernet is such a multifaceted beauty that so enticingly captures the wonderful flavours of our terrior. Enjoy Cabernet day with your favourite bottle of Lehmann wine. READ MORE

RELEASE OF NEW HILL & VALLEY WINES - 23 AUG 2012

We’ve just introduced a new selection of wines into the Hill & Valley series – taking Peter Lehmann Wines to New Elevations. READ MORE

JAMES HALLIDAY'S 2013 AUSTRALIAN WINE COMPANION - 01 AUG 2012

Peter Lehmann Wines has been awarded a five star winery rating! The winery is proudly recognised for regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity, showing a long track record of excellence – being truly the best of the best. READ MORE

WIGAN STRIKES AGAIN IN LONDON - 24 MAY 2012

Peter Lehmann Wines’ Wigan Riesling has firmed its position as Australia’s best Riesling by winning the trophy for Best Australian Riesling over £10 at the Decanter World Wine Awards, announced today. READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINES TRIUMPHS AT AUSTRALIA'S WINE INDUSTRY DESIGN COMPETITION - 24 MAY 2012

Peter Lehmann Wines is proud to announce its Open Class Red Wine Trophy win at the inaugural Australian Wine Industry Design Competition in May 2012. READ MORE

POST VINTAGE REPORT FROM PETER LEHMANN WINES - 16 MAY 2012

The winemaking team agree that the good lead up rains and mild, dry weather throughout the harvest period has 2012 rated as a vintage of excellent quality producing wines of great style and definition. READ MORE

SNEAK PEAK: WHERE THE HEART IS - 29 MAR 2012

Peter Lehmann Wines is proud to offer our friends and fans a sneak peak at the debut single - "Where the heart is". This song is a tribute to the winemakers and growers in whom we place so much trust and thanks, to the dedicated winery staff and of course our world-wide family of devotees, who love our wines as much as we love making them. READ MORE

OUR EXCLUSIVE FUTURES VINTAGE TABLE LUNCH EVENT REVIEW - 28 MAR 2012

One of the many perks of being a Futures Member is that you can find out about exclusive Futures events via our monthly eNewsletter. Our first event for 2012 was a Vintage Table Lunch where guests got to feel as though they were a part of vintage 2012. READ MORE

MID VINTAGE UPDATE FOR 2012 - 22 MAR 2012

To date the quality of vintage 2012 is exceptional with all white varieties looking very elegant with great varietal characters and the red varieties are showing great colour and intensity. READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN SHINES BRIGHT AT SYDNEY ROYAL WINE SHOW - 20 FEB 2012

A big contratulations to Chief Winemaker, Andrew Wigan, and his outstanding winemaking team for the trophy and gold medal wins at the Sydney Royal Wine Show 2012. READ MORE

WHERE TO FIND PETER LEHMANN WINES AT ADELAIDE FRINGE 2012 - 14 FEB 2012

The Adelaide Fringe commences on Friday February 24th with the Opening Night Party and concludes March 18th. During this time anyone will be able to enjoy a Fringe show and Peter Lehmann wines. READ MORE

HALL AND OATES, ICEHOUSE, HUSKY AND LANIE LANE PLEASED CROWD FOR A DAY ON THE GREEN 2012 - 14 FEB 2012

The expansive green lawns and shade of the old gum trees, along with the natural amphitheater space, provided the perfect setting to host two of the biggest acts in history, plus two new indie-rock artists, for A Day On The Green 2012 READ MORE

WHAT TO EXPECT AT A DAY ON THE GREEN - 10 FEB 2012

A Day on The Green is this Saturday, February 11th, and there are a few things that you should know before you come... like what wines will be available on the day. READ MORE

FIRST CRUSH OF VINTAGE 2012 - FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD - 03 FEB 2012

Pinot Noir is the first to arrive at the winery for crushing - it's a great start to vintage 2012. READ MORE

OUR CELLAR TEAM OUT FRUIT PICKING FOR VINTAGE 2012  - 03 FEB 2012

Thursday February 2nd marked the first official harvest for vintage 2012 at Peter Lehmann Wines and included about 150kg of Barossa Pinot Noir grapes to go into our sparkling white cuvee. READ MORE

GET TO KNOW ANDREW & WENDY WIGAN AS FEATURED IN BAROSSA LIVING MAGAZINE - 24 JAN 2012

In a moment of truth, Andrew admits that "the biggest lesson I’ve learnt is that you can’t do anything in life by yourself." READ MORE

CLANCY'S RED WINS BEST BORDEAUX RHONE BLEND - 20 JAN 2012

Australia's Legendary Red - Clancy's - has won Best Bordeaux Rhone Blend at the third annual Winemaker Challenge International Wine Competition. READ MORE

2011 – A YEAR OF WINE SHOW SUCCESS - 13 DEC 2011

Once again Peter Lehmann has trumped with our Riesling and Semillon in 2011. Congrats to 'Wig' and his winemaking team. READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINES RAISING EYEBROWS WHILE GROWING 'MO'S' DURING MOVEMBER - 13 DEC 2011

This year with the support of family, friends and colleagues, the ‘PLW Mo Team’ raised $9,645 during the month of 'Movember' to help raise awareness for men's health. READ MORE

THE RESULTS ARE OUT FOR THE 2011 NATIONAL WINE SHOW - 30 NOV 2011

Peter Lehmann Wines is proud to announce that we have once again struck Gold with Wigan and Margaret at the 2011 National Wine Show. READ MORE

NOW IS YOUR MO-MENT TO HELP CHANGE THE FACE OF MEN'S HEALTH  - 17 NOV 2011

A team of ten men from Peter Lehmann Wines grow Mo's this 'Movember' to help raise funds to change the face of men's health. READ MORE

PRELIMINARY RESULTS REVEALED FOR SYDNEY INTERNATIONAL WINE COMPETITION 2012 - 14 NOV 2011

We're proud to announce that Peter Lehmann has three wines that have been awarded Blue Gold in the preliminary results for the Sydney International Wine Competition. READ MORE

'LEHMANN LARRIKINS' JOIN TOUCH WINE 2011 AT HUTT ST CENTER - 11 NOV 2011

This Sunday 13th November, Peter Lehmann Wines will be playing touch footy against other wine industry professionals as part of Touch Wine 2011 at Hutt Street Center. READ MORE

WIGAN TRUMPS AT THIS YEAR'S WINE SHOWS - 07 NOV 2011

We have just released the 2006 Wigan Riesling at Cellar Door and online - purchase today. READ MORE

THE NEW FACE OF PETER LEHMANN WINES IS.... PETER LEHMANN - 07 NOV 2011

You might have seen some physical changes to the Peter Lehmann wines lately. If so, you’ve been one of the first to site our refreshed packaging as part of an evolutionary update. READ MORE

A SUMMER OF ART SERIES - 07 NOV 2011

There's nothing like summer in Australia... share it with Peter Lehmann and kick back with Art Series READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS - NOVEMBER 4TH 2011 - 04 NOV 2011

Read our Good News Stories for the week.... READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS REPORT - 6TH OCTOBER 2011 - 06 OCT 2011

Read Peter Lehmann Wines good news for this week... READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINS 4 TROPHIES AND 20 MEDALS AT THE BAROSSA WINE SHOW 2011 - 16 SEP 2011

At last night's Barossa Wine Show the 2005 Wigan Riesling won 3 Trophies, including Most Outstanding Table Wine and the 2002 Reserve Riesling won Best Museum White! READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS REPORT - 8TH SEPTEMBER 2011 - 08 SEP 2011

Read our Good News for the last couple of weeks... READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINES WINS SOUTH AUSTRALIAN WINE OF THE YEAR AWARD - 08 SEP 2011

Awarded for 2005 Margaret Barossa Semillon in Category 4 - Semillon and Blends READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINES WELCOMES SMOOTH RADIO UK TO THE BAROSSA - 06 SEP 2011

Smooth Radio will be broadcasting live from Peter Lehmann Wines. READ MORE

JOIN PETER LEHMANN @PLWINES FOR WORLD #CABERNETDAY - 25 AUG 2011

Please join PLW for the second annual world #CabernetDay READ MORE

THE SYDNEY FRINGE FESTIVAL AND 5 ELIZA FRINGE BAR - 12 AUG 2011

Once again, Peter Lehmann Wines will be the exclusive wine partner celebrating Australia’s iconic and eclectic arts culture. READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS REPORT - 11TH AUGUST 2011 - 11 AUG 2011

Read about Peter Lehmann Wines' Good News for the Week... READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN ONCE AGAIN AWARDED 5 STARS IN JAMES HALLIDAY'S WINE COMPANION 2012 - 01 AUG 2011

Outstanding winery regularly producing wines of exemplary quality and typicity. Will have at least two wines rated at 94 points or above, and had a five-star rating for the previous two years. Where the winery name is itself printed in red, it is a winery generally acknowledged to have a long record of excellence – truly the best of the best. READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS REPORT - 28TH JULY 2011 - 28 JUL 2011

Read Peter Lehmann Wines' Good News for this week. READ MORE

CADEL EVANS TO BECOME FIRST AUSTRALIAN TO WIN THE TOUR DE FRANCE - 25 JUL 2011

Peter Lehmann Wines would like to congratulate the 34-year-old Australian cyclist who became the first ever Australian to win the Tour de France READ MORE

EAT, DRINK, GOLF AT BARNBOUGLE/LOST FARM FOR THE ANNUAL PETER LEHMANN WINES GOLF CLASSIC - 22 JUL 2011

What do you get when you cross a weekend of great golf, luxurious accommodation and a gourmet ‘Meet the Winemaker’ Dinner? The annual Peter Lehmann Wines Golf Classic. READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS REPORT - 21ST JULY 2011 - 21 JUL 2011

Read about Peter Lehmmann Wines Good News for this week... READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS REPORT - 14TH JULY 2011 - 14 JUL 2011

This week's Good News of Peter Lehmann Wines from around the globe READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS REPORT - 6TH JULY 2011 - 06 JUL 2011

Read all about our Good News for the week of July 6th 2011 READ MORE

PLW AT THE SYDNEY GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW THIS WEEKEND - 30 JUN 2011

Come & say hi to PLW's Cellar Door manager 'Matchy', at our spot in the Barossa section of the Sydney Good Food & Wine Show. READ MORE

SYDNEY FRINGE - 27 JUN 2011

Peter Lehmann Wines is proud to announce that we are the Official & Exclusive Wine Partner of the 2011 Sydney Fringe! READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS REPORT - 23RD JUNE, 2011 - 23 JUN 2011

Peter Lehmann Wines Good News for the week. READ MORE

GERARD BASSET AWARDED OBE IN QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY HONOURS - 14 JUN 2011

Peter Lehmann Wines Shiraz Sommelier Award Winner Gerard Basset honoured with OBE... READ MORE

PLW AT THE MELBOURNE GOOD FOOD & WINE SHOW - 09 JUN 2011

PLW fun at the Melbourne Good Food & Wine Show READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS REPORT - 8TH JUNE 2011 - 08 JUN 2011

Read our good news stories for the week.... READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINES IS A PROUD PARTNER OF SOMMELIERS AUSTRALIA - 02 JUN 2011

Best Sommelier of Australia Competition - Sommeliers Australia. READ MORE

THE GOOD NEWS REPORT - 31ST MAY 2011 - 31 MAY 2011

Read about PLW's good news items for the week... READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINES AND FOUR SEASONS FINE WINES ANNOUNCE NEW DISTRIBUTION DEAL - 26 MAY 2011

Peter Lehmann Wines (PLW) has forged a distribution deal with Four Seasons Fine Wines (FSFW) that will strengthen the Barossa Valley wine company’s links with key customers and enable it to better adapt to the changing wine market. READ MORE

INTERVIEW WITH IAN HONGELL - 23 MAY 2011

Blogger David White of the Terroirist Daily Wine Blog speaks with Peter Lehmann winemaker, Ian Hongell and says "We’ve never met, but he sounds like quite a nice guy…" READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINES RECEIVES TOP MEDALS AT LONDON INTERNATIONAL WINE TRADE FAIR - 20 MAY 2011

Peter Lehmann Wines has received Silver and Bronze Medals at the London International Wine Trade Fair this week. READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINES LISTED IN MATTHEW JUKES HALL OF FAME! - 20 MAY 2011

Matthew Jukes, a very highly respected and renowned UK wine journalist, released his list of the top 100 Australian wines At this week’s 2011 London International Wine Fair - 2005 Wigan Riesling and 2006 Stonewell Shiraz READ MORE

WINE SPECTATOR INSIDER REVIEW - USA - 12 MAY 2011

91 Points for to PLW's 2005 Stonewell Shiraz! READ MORE

WINE DOWN & WINE AUCTION - 11 MAY 2011

Just some of what Peter Lehmann Wines got up to, during this year's Vintage Festival! READ MORE

2011 VINTAGE REPORT - 05 MAY 2011

"...It looks like a very good year for us here at Peter Lehmann Wines." READ MORE

GARDEN LUNCHEON HELD AT PETER LEHMANN WINES FOR VINTAGE FESTIVAL - 04 MAY 2011

A perfectly sunny autumn day set the tone for our Vintage Festival Garden Luncheon... READ MORE

THE AGE EPICURE - WINE OF THE WEEK - 03 MAY 2011

Worth Buying By The Dozen - Ralph Kyte-Powell of The Age Epicure Magazine, gives his review of PLW's 2010 Art Series Barossa Semillon... READ MORE

INTERNATIONAL SOMMELIER DAVID BIRAUD, ON WINE & FOOD - 13 APR 2011

David Biraud, Chef Sommelier at Hôtel de Crillon in Paris, France and soon to be Chef Sommelier at the new Mandarin Oriental in Paris, France - is the winner of the Peter Lehmann Wines Shiraz European Sommelier Award. READ MORE

TOAST SUCCESS AT THE RICHMOND FOOTBALL CLUB WITH PETER LEHMANN WINES IN 2011! - 13 APR 2011

The Richmond Football Club is delighted to announce a partnership with Peter Lehmann Wines as the Official Wine Sponsor of the Club. READ MORE

VINTAGE TEAS - THE TRADITION CONTINUES - 29 MAR 2011

A tradition that can be traced back to the 1970's prior to the PLW days is providing current winery workers with a chance to eat a hearty meal at the end of their day - 'vintage teas', as they are known. READ MORE

JAMES HALLIDAY'S AUSTRALIAN WINE COMPANION NEWSLETTER - 17 MAR 2011

In the March edition of the Australian Wine Companion's Newsletter, James Halliday takes a look at Cabernet Sauvignon, and includes Peter Lehmann Wines 2006 Mentor in his suggestions that would be a welcome addition to any cellar. READ MORE

LEHMANN SEMILLON TEACHES ITS RIVALS A THING OR THREE - 26 FEB 2011

Peter Lehmann Wines 2005 Margaret Barossa Semillon triumphed in the best varietal category and followed up with trophies for best white wine of the show and the best wine of the show. READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN’S ‘MARGARET’ GOES ALL THE WAY AT 2011 ROYAL SYDNEY WINE SHOW! - 18 FEB 2011

With the announcement of results at the 2011 Royal Agricultural Society of NSW Wine Show on Thursday 17th February, Peter Lehmann Wines 2005 ‘Margaret’ Barossa Semillon swept all other wines before it by winning three trophies, including the Macquarie Group Perpetual Trophy for Best Wine of Show. READ MORE

PRE-VINTAGE 2011 UPDATE - 21 JAN 2011

PLW Viticulturalist Nigel Blieschke shares his thoughts pre-vintage 2011. READ MORE

LONG HISTORY BEHIND LEHMANN’S BRILLIANT BAROSSA WINES - 19 NOV 2010

The full article written by Chris Shanahan on the 27.10.10 in the Canberra Times. READ MORE

TOP HONOURS FOR PETER KELLY AT AWAC - 18 NOV 2010

PLW's newest winemaker Peter Kelly has been rewarded at the AWRI's Advanced Wine Assessment Course. READ MORE

SPRING CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE RAGOUT WITH PARSLEY DUMPLINGS - 28 OCT 2010

We recently asked our hard working chef and gardener Aileen Proudfoot to contribute a Spring recipe to match the 2008 Art Series Barossa Shiraz, and this is what she came up with. READ MORE

PETER LEHMANN WINES TO PARTNER THE AUSTRALIAN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA - 21 OCT 2010

The Australian Chamber Orchestra & Peter Lehmann Wines join together to celebrate the very best in wonderful music and fine wine. READ MORE

AUSTRALIAN WINE COMPANION 2011 - 02 AUG 2010

Peter Lehmann Wines rated 5 stars in the James Halliday Australian Wine Companion 2011. READ MORE

CELEBRATING 80 WONDERFUL YEARS - 20 JUL 2010

On the 18th August, Peter Lehmann will begin his ninth decade and 80 fabulous years of living in the Barossa. READ MORE

ULTIMATE WINE CHALLENGE NEW YORK - 25 JUN 2010

Results just in from the inaugural Ultimate Wine Challenge in the US. READ MORE

JEFF BOND APPOINTED GENERAL MANAGER - 20 MAY 2010

We are pleased to announce Mr Jeff Bond as General Manager of Peter Lehmann Wines Limited starting July 1st 2010. READ MORE

ANDREAS LARSSON TALKS GREAT WINE & BACON CHEESEBURGERS WITH PLW - 03 MAY 2010

2007 Best Sommelier in the World Andreas Larsson shares his knowledge on wine, food and the life of a Sommelier. READ MORE

2010 PETER LEHMANN WINES VINTAGE REPORT - 12 APR 2010

The 2010 Peter Lehmann Wines Post Vintage Summary. READ MORE

VICTORY IN THE KEGEL CUP - 22 MAR 2010

This year's Kegel Cup competition was hotter than ever, with the boys from Peter Lehmann Wines bringing home the Langmeil Barossa trophy. READ MORE

2010 VITICULTURAL VINTAGE REPORT - 22 MAR 2010

Nearly over for 2010 - the vitcultural wrap up from this year's vintage. READ MORE

ONE SIP AND YOU'RE HOOKED. - 16 MAR 2010

With awesome wine journo reviews, the 2005 Stonewell is here. READ MORE

ART SERIES BAROSSA SEMILLON, MATT SKINNER'S TOP $10 WINE - 26 FEB 2010

Matt Skinner, wine journo and expert gives his tips on buying a bargain wine on A Current Affair. READ MORE

MARGARET SEMILLON 'BEST IN SHOW' - 26 FEB 2010

The 2004 Margaret Barossa Semillon wins all at the Sydney International Wine Competition in 2010. READ MORE

DIANA KRALL TO HEADLINE A DAY ON THE GREEN - FEB 2010 - 10 OCT 2009

Grammy award winning pianist and singer Diana Krall will return to Australia in 2010 and, in a world first, will be joined by the sublime talents of Madeleine Peyroux and Melody Gardot. READ MORE

PL HONOURED WITH LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - 03 OCT 2009

At the prestigious 2009 International Wine Challenge Awards, Peter Lehmann was honoured to accept a Lifetime Achievement Award for his great contribution to the wine industry over the past 62 years. READ MORE

ANDREW WIGAN NAMED ‘WINEMAKER OF THE YEAR 2009’ - 02 OCT 2009

Andrew Wigan, Chief Winemaker at Peter Lehmann Wines has been named Winemaker of the Year at the prestigious Gourmet Traveller WINE & Wine Australia ‘2009 Winemaker of the Year'. READ MORE