The first AAVWS was held in Mildura in 2001. This year, despite border closures and travel restrictions, it was decided the show must go on and was hosted via Facebook in an online event. Ashley has been chair of the AAVWS for six years and says, “The massive impact the AAVWS has had on wine production and consumption in Australia over the last 15 years is now flowing overseas as alternative varieties breathe new life into the UK market and add colour and excitement to the Australian offering.”

At the 2020 Alternative Variety Wine Show, Ricca Terra was the recipient of three trophies:

2020 Bronco Buster was awarded two trophies:

Best White Blend

Best Italian Variety

2020 22º Halo Rosé was awarded the trophy for:

Best Rosé of Show