Dear friend of Pieter van Gent,

September has rolled around again meaning that spring has officially started and that the annual Mudgee Wine and Food festival is on. This year the festival is running now (9 – 25 September) so if you are visiting, call by and see us

What’s been going on at PVG over the last few months?

Ben has been flat out in the vineyard pruning and slashing in preparation for the up coming vintage. Melinda is now back from her European vacation, which took in the last stage of the Tour de France on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, and is now planning the next trip while running the cellar door. Dan’s been making the most of the warm weather by training for his next Ironman event.

And then we get to me, in an attempt to balance my huge indulgences in wine, cheese and good food I have once again been undertaking sporting adventures around the country.

So far I've taken part in the 800km Gibb River Rd MTB Challenge (WA), the Geo Quest Adventure Race Numbucca Heads, Kalamunda 50km/50% Mountain Bike Challenge, WA and the Two Big Feet, (100km), which is part of the Back Yamma Bigfoot mountain bike race in Parkes, NSW.

On the wine side of things we planted a new red variety Tannat late last year. Tannat, is a full bodied chewy red wine, high in polyphenols which are supposed to be good for keeping the heart healthy. Keep an eye out for this wine over the coming years as the vines start to mature and produce bigger crops. For those who are fans of our sparkling Shiraz, the latest release is currently been worked on and should have been ready yesterday – if only Phil would stop doing those crazy sporting events and do some more wine making! - ed

The Pipeclay Tawny Port will soon also be available in a souvenir ceramic bottle to match the White Port.

PVG Family Wine Club

Now if you are looking for an easy way to make sure you always have some PVG wine on hand when needed, then why not join our new PVG Wine Family Club?

As a member of the club you will receive selected 6 packs of PVG wine twice a year. Visit the website for more information and to become a member.

Lastly, if you are looking for a wedding venue in Mudgee the Pieter van Gent Winery’s spectacular cellar door is now available as wedding venue. For more information contact Melinda at the cellar door.

Cheers,

Phil van Gent - Owner & Winemaker
www.pvgwinery.com.au

PS: Don't forget to check out our special Subscribers Only Museum Wines that can only be viewed using these links:

• 2004 Cabernet Sauvignon
• 2005 Non-Oaked Chardonnay
• 2009 Organic Shiraz

Some special wines indeed...

PVG September News

What's in this issue?

• Happenings
• Where's Phil?
• Wine things
• PVG Wine Club
• Impromptu Comp

Contact us:

Pieter van Gent Winery & Vineyard

141 Black Springs Road Mudgee NSW 2850 Australia

Phone: (02) 6373 3030
Fax: (02) 6373 3910

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Impromptu Comp:

Guess the correct location where this bottle of Mistella was on holiday and we'll send you a bottle of Mistella and two glasses to enjoy on your own dessert island!

First correct answer wins!

Post your answers to our Facebook page (link above) or email us at: sales@pvgwinery.com.au

Click here for a larger view...it's worth it!