Winery · Pipers River

Apogee: The Pioneer's Love Letter

Dr Andrew Pirie, Australia's first viticultural PhD, founded this 30,000-bottle Champagne-sized estate in Pipers River—the birthplace of Tasmanian sparkling wine in 1974. By appointment only; $20 tastings deductible with bottle purchases.

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WineryApogee: The Pioneer's Love LetterAfter founding Pipers Brook in 1974, Andrew Pirie sold the estate and started Apogee as his "retirement project." With Australia's first viticulture Ph.D. and 50+ years of Tasmanian experience, this is the most knowledgeable perspective on northeastern Tasmanian Pinot Noir you can find.

Wineries nearby

Winery · Pipers Brook Sinapius: The Clone Collector Sinapius winery—Tasmania's Pinot clone curator, experimental site exploring Pipers Brook terroir diversity.
Winery Delamere: The Sparkling Specialist with Still Secrets Shane Holloway & Fran Austin grow, vinify, and bottle 100% on their Pipers River estate since 1982.
Winery · Pipers Brook Pipers Brook: Where Tasmanian Pinot Noir Began Pipers Brook 1974—Tasmania's Pinot Noir pioneer, cool-climate Chardonnay, and sparkling traditions.