Gippsland Wine Show attracts 116 entries, awards seven trophies and 85 medals

In a record medal tally, the 2026 Farmer’s Daughters Gippsland Wine Show attracted 116 entries “with a strong focus on the region’s famed Pinot Noir and Chardonnay classes”. Wine Gippsland president Rob Lightfoot said there was an “outstanding haul” of 85 medals from the 103 varietal entries yielding seven trophies, “a testament to the exceptional quality of wine in Gippsland”. He thanked the sponsors and partners for their support of an industry that raises the region’s profile and attracts visitors. The 15 gold medals, 31 silver and 39 bronzes were presented at the annual celebration held for 120 guests at Trulli, Meeniyan in South Gippsland.