“I fell in love with fine wine and fine food in my mid to late 20’s. To dine in any amazing venue and taste wine and food that was above the ordinary was really special.
My previous career offered none of that, so instead chasing criminals for 21 years as a law enforcement officer, I decided to chase my passion.”
“My very first wine vintage was in McLaren Vale S.A. in 2005. 12 hour shifts which stretched out to 14 hours normally. My first introduction to Coopers Pale Ale at the end of every shift.”
“I spent 21 years chasing criminals as a QLD Police Officer, mostly as a Detective with many Major Crime Squads and External Law Enforcement Agencies. The best part of that job was the people I worked with.”
“Where do I start? 7 days a week! We operate not only the vineyard and winemaking facilities, but also the Hidden Creek Café. On top of that, I make wines for other clients on site and off site. I have a lot happening in my working life, but it is diverse and exciting!”
“Tempranillo! This variety has been hugely successful for Hidden Creek as we have won many awards. Dark cherry flavours, ripe chewy tannin structure, and long line and persistence of fruit flavour. Respect for the fruit with underlying oak is the secret. Our 2018 Tempranillo was just awarded 95 Points GOLD by Halliday Wine Companion.”
“My forklift, I can use it for so many operations in the winery. Also very helpful to lift the ride-on mower on it’s side to change the mower blades.”
“They are small batch production. There is only a limited quantity for sale. Handcrafted, artisan produced with passion and precision.”
Visit my Granddaughter who was born October 2019
“Oh Yes! I serve at the front counter and you will often be greeted by me!”