JOHN JENS reviews Matilda's Chardonnay 2010

Fantastic write-up from John Jens on the Matilda's Chardonnay 2010 in the latest Western Suburbs Weekly.  For info on Quarram Rocks, contact jon@winesense.com.au

Easter Sunday Session!

Join us this Easter Sunday for the last Session of the season.  The Dave Rastrick Band will be on stage ensuring every foot is tapping, wines will be flowing and the burgers will be sizzling!  


4pm-7pm
Free entry
18 Hamilton Road, Denmark

LIMITED SEATS ... The Cook & The Crusher

Chef Silas Masih from Pepper & Salt Restaurant teamed with Coby Ladwig, Matilda’s Estate Winemaker bring you The Cook & The Crusher. The menu will showcase the regions finest produce with Silas’ love of seafood and spice. Each course will be presented on a trio plate of individual flavours over 4 courses matched with Coby’s handcrafted trophy winning wines.


Tickets $150/head, booking essential, 9848 3053

Outdoor Movies @ Matilda's - Sat 11th Feb

Saturday 11th February

Outdoor Movies @ Matilda's – Monte Carlo, PG

ADULTS $15

KIDS $5

Tickets available at the door from 6pm

Limited space so arrive early to secure your spot!

All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Be comfy, bring a picnic rug!

FOOD & DRINK:

Wine by the glass or bottle

Softdrink, juice, bottled water

Delicious pizza from Pepper & Salt Restaurant

WEATHER PERMITTING

Movies @ Matilda's - RED DOG - This Saturday 21st January

Tickets available at the door from 6pm
Limted space so arrive early to secure your spot!


Kids $5
Adults $15


Gates open 6pm
Movie start 7.45pm, finish 9.30pm
All minors must be accompanied by an adult
Be comfy, bring a picnic rug!


WEATHER:
As the movie is outdoors we will be unable 
to operate if it is raining.  If the weather seems off, 
please call Cellar Door on 9848 1951 to confirm showing.
We will also post a notice on our website, Facebook
and Twitter if the event is to be rescheduled.


FOOD & DRINK:
Wine by the glass or bottle
Softdrink, juice, bottled water
Delicious pizza from Pepper & Salt Restaurant

PG Rating

Wine Tasting @ Liquor in The Valley

Join us this Thursday evening to try a selection of the Matilda's Estate wines.


Venue : Liquor in The Valley, Torquata Blvd, Helena Valley
Date : Thursday 8th December
Time : 4pm - 7pm
Cost : Free

New Release : Sauvignon Blanc 2011

Finally, the much anticipated Sauvignon Blanc 2011 was released a few days ago! Already with 6 medals and 3 top awards, this years Sauvignon Blanc is one exciting number.  Think fresh, clean and lively with a harmonious balance between tropical and grassy flavours.  $25 RRP, Look for it at your local on buy online through our chopping cart.  Enjoy!

UnWined Winners Announced!

Thanks to everyone who visited Matilda's Estate at the UnWined Show in Subiaco over the weekend!  We had a bunch of people signing up to the Cellar Club, now it is time to announce the winner of the Matilda's 6 Pack...  drumroll please... EDDIE O CALLAGHAN!  Congratulations, Eddie, we'll be in contact soon to send you your free 6 pack.  Thanks again!

Another TROPHY for Matilda's Estate!

Another win for Matilda's Estate at the 2011 Blackwood Valley Boutique Wine Awards receiving the trophy for BEST EXHIBITOR IN SHOW.  The Pinot Noir 2010 picked up another GOLD Medal and awe have a bag of SILVER medals to bring home.  Congratulations on another fantastic effort from the Winery Team.

Shiraz Cabernet wins GOLD!

The Matilda's Estate Shiraz Cabernet 2009 picked up a GOLD MEDAL at the Rutherglen Wine Show 2011 a few weeks ago.
The Shiraz Cabernet 2009 is now on shelves for $18 RRP.
Congratulations to the Winery Team for another awesome effort!
Full tasting notes at http://www.matildasestate.com/product.aspx?catid=1&pid=3

Wine Tasting @ Cellarbrations Brentwood

Visit Jasmin this Friday night to try some of our spectacular wines, now on shelves at Cellarbrations Brentwood.
Date:  Friday 14th October 2011
Time:  4.30 - 7.30pm
Where: 72 Cranford Ave, Brentwood
We hope to see you there!

Pre-Release offer : Pinot Noir 2010

Later this week Matilda's are offering Cellar Club Members the opportunity to purchase the trophy winning Pinot Noir 2010 before release to the market.
If you are not already a member, simply sign up via our website using the Cellar Club tab, or follow this link ...   http://matildasestate.com/mailer.aspx

Pinot Noir 2010 wins Trophy at Perth Royal Wine Show

An excellent day for Matilda's Estate at the 2011 Perth Royal Wine Show!
Trophy Gold Medal - Pinot Noir 2010
Best in Class - Sauvignon Blanc 2011
Best in Class - Sauvignon Blanc Semillon Chenin Blanc 2011
Congratulations to the winery team for this tremendous achievement!

Wine Tasting @ The Wine Store, East Fremantle

Come join us at this fantastic wine shop which is more like a wine library!  We'll be there from 4pm this Friday 2nd September tasting the Shiraz 2008 and the Cabernet Merlot Franc 2007 (which is almost sold out).


Time : 4pm - 7pm
Date : Friday 2nd September
Address : 48 George Street, East Fremantle
Cost : Free

Taste of WA - Thursday 1st September

Come try our entire selection at Taste of WA this Thursday 1st September at South of Perth Yacht Club.  Both Jon & Jasmin will be there to guide you through the range - we look forward to seeing you!

Bookings through http://www.winewa.asn.au/

Wine Tasting @ Karalee Tavern

Come down this Friday night to try new trophy winning Sauvignon Blanc 2010 and the luscious Cabernet Merlot Franc 20070.
Time : 4pm - 7.30pm
Date : Friday 29th July
Venue : The Karalee Tavern, Preston Street, Como

Wine Tasting @ Leederville Liquor

Come down this Friday night to try the new SBS Chenin, the luscious Classic Red, the famous Amethyst Rose and who could forget the seductive Port Muscat.
Time : 4pm - 7.30pm
Date : Friday 29th July
Venue : Leederville Liquor Store, Corner Oxford Street and Vincent Street, Leederville.

Latest Release - Cabernet Merlot Franc 2008

We released the Cabernet Merlot Franc 2008 today in cellar door and soon to be on your local bottle shops shelves.  A stunning drop boasting 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc.  Rich, smooth and delicious... enjoy!

                                

Wine Tasting @ Whistling Kite, Secret Harbour

Visit Jasmin tonight at The Whistling Kite, Secret Harbour from 3.30pm. Taste a selection of our wines including the Trophy winning Sauvignon Blanc. The Whistling Kite also stocks one of our vintage wines, the Cabernet Merlot 2004. Hope to see you there!

Time : 4pm-7.30pm

Date: Friday 22nd July, 2011

Address : 7 Oasis Drive, Secret Harbour

Cost: Free

James Halliday reviews Matilda's Estate in The Weekend Australian Magazine

James Halliday reviews Matilda's Estate in The Weekend Australian Magazine after visiting the winery in May.

Wine Tasting @ Port Kennedy Tavern

We're tasting the Classic White, Classic Red, Amethyst Rose and the Port Muscat tonight at the PK.


379 Warnbro Sound Avenue, Port Kennedy, Western Australia.

Wine Tasting @ The Premier Hotel, Albany

Come try the range of Matilda's Estate's wines at The Premier Hotel, York Street, Albany. Jasmin will be on hand to guide you through the selection, all wines at discounted prices on the night. We hope to see you there!


Date : Friday 1st July 2012
Time : 4pm - 7pm
Venue : The Premier Hotel, York Street, Albany
Cost : Free

Taste of WA - Mt. Lawley Golf Club

Try the Matilda's Estate range this Thursday 30th June at Mount Lawley Golf Club.


This event is a great opportunity to compare wine styles from different WA’s wine regions, taste new releases, meet the winemakers, indulge in gourmet canapés and enjoy a spectacular evening celebrating WA regional wines.


Date : Thursday 30th June 2012
Time : 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Venue: Mount Lawley Golf Club, Walter Road, Inglewood, WA
Cost : $35/person
Bookings/info : https://wineind.worldsecuresystems.com/BookingRetrieve.aspx?ID=134890

Ray Jordan awards Pinot Noir 94/100

Ray Jordan Wine Guide 2011
Matilda's Estate Pinot Noir 2009
"Excellent pinot that must be among the best these guys have produced.  Spicy funky aromas with a distinct sour cherry and light cedariness... this is a pinot with structure that will support medium term cellaring.  Excellent stuff."
Thanks, Ray.  We totally agree with you.

Ray Jordan awards Chardonnay 93/100

Ray Jordan Wine Guide 2011
Matilda's Estate Chardonnay 2009

"This is a beauty with its minerally cereal grapefruit and citrus nuances on the nose.  The palate is intense and long in the mouth with a crisp penetrating minerally acid to finish."

Sauvignon Blanc wins Trophy & Gold Medal

SHAW VINEYARD TROPHY
Australian Cool Climate Show 2010
GOLD MEDAL
Australian Cool Climate Show 2010
BEST SAUVIGNON BLANC IN SHOW
Australian Cool Climate Show 2010
TOP IN CLASS
WineState Magazine - Best of West 2011


Congratulations to Winemaker Coby Ladwig and his dedicated team for this outstanding achievement.

James Halliday @ Matilda's Estate

May 2011
James Halliday visited Matilda's last month to host an intimate dinner cooked by Chef Silas Masih.  James discussed everything from cork taint to climate change and was more than happy to answer everyone's questions.

Keep an eye out for The Weekend Australian on July 3rd 2011 for James' full report.

Matilda's @ Perth Good Food & Wine Show

July 15th -17th @ Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre

Come visit Matilda's Estate at this years Good Food & Wine Show

2009 James Halliday Wine Companion

Matildas Estate receives 4 Star Winery Rating 

Chardonnay 2007 - 92 points

Brilliant straw-green; a stylish wine with a tightly focused
varietal display of nectarine and grapefruit;
oak held in restraint.

Shiraz 2007 -  91 points

Fragrant spicy cool-grown style, light- to medium bodied,
but has both intensity and length to its mix of
red and black fruit flavours.

Cabernet Merlot Franc 2007 - 91 points

Light, but vivid crimson-purple; bright red fruits and
snow pea notes attesting to cool growing conditions;
silky tannins adorn the finish.

Pinot Noir 2007 - 90 points

A juicy, tangy wine with faint nuances of citrus and mint
behind its primary cherry and plum fruit;
has good mouthfeel and length.

Classic White 2008 - 89 points

Bright, light green-straw; unusual blend (Chardonnay/Semillon)
in cool climates, but works well in a breezy, citrussy style;
minerally acidity finishes the palate well.

Vertical Pinot Noir Tasting

Matildas Estate Vineyard and Cellar door

Our quaint and secluded Cellar Door with inspired otherwordly art by local Denmark artist, Sue Hartley
















Our lovely Cellar Door assistant Kate, who is on hand to provide you with intimate personalised tastings of our boutique wines

















Our relaxing outdoor patio where you can sit surrounded by our serene vineyard and enjoy a bottle of wine with a few friends


















Our Vineyard - rows of Chardonnay in picture

















The captivating view of our vineyard from our outside patio

Vintage 2009

Cellar Notes from Matildas...

Its been a very exciting year for us at Matilda's. The highlight of which would have to be having officially opened our state of the art contract winery facility in 2008. This has allowed us to have complete creative control over our wines, all the way from the vines to the crushing and bottling of the final product.

Much to our delight as well , our 2007 Pinot Noir was awarded 4.5 stars by Winestate Magazine and named Best in its Category. Similarly our 2008 Chardonnay was awarded 4 stars and came highly recommended. We are thrilled to see our hard work and dedicaton to our wines - which we consider to be our work of art - being acknowledged and praised.

Vintage 2009 thus far, has been as demanding and challenging as previous years, pushing us to
dig a little deeper in our quest to continue to produce world class boutique wines. Our whites are all showing good clean, crisp acidity and bursting with fruit flavours, this thanks to some unusually cool nights and mornings during January and February. Our reds look set to impress with some elegent full bodied flavours and some excellent deep crimson, inky colours.

We look foward as well to hosting some proposed wine evenings at our cellar door during winter - with a warm crackling fire and some big bold velvety reds - we will surely keep you all posted and updated on any events.

For now thats all the news we have, but watch this space, we have some suprises in store...

Best Wishes

Bianca Nelson
Cellar Door Manager

Matildas Festival 18th January 2009

Michael Chapman will be headlining the Matildas Music festival on 18th January 2009. Michael is a UK based folk/blues singer/songwriter who has toured Australia many times.

Reviews include:-

"The songs would have been more than enough on their own, but I think I'm on safe ground when I rave about his playing. The bluff Yorkshire folk/blues singer transformed into an intense, gifted guitar player. So intense that you could loose yourself in his playing. Pieces like "Wellington Skellington" about his dog no less, and the beautiful La Madrugada - a slice of sensual classic guitar, revealed a playing talent that can only be described as "awesome" " Berwick Advertiser.

Michael Chapman will be supported by Denmark's "Shaky Reed and Alan Keys Trio"

The Origin

The origin of Matilda's Estate was an 150 acre of apple orchards set in Denmark, Western Australia.

In late 1980’s, Pam and Don Turnbull acquired the property, christened it Matilda’s Meadow and began the planting of dry grown vines, which include Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Shiraz.

Brenden Smith of West Cape Howe Wines was the first winemaker of Matilda's grapes. Matilda's wine was the first wine to have been produced at West Cape Howe.