Moorilla Estate
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| Location | Berriedale, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia |
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| Founded | 1958 |
| Key people | Claudio Alcorso, David Walsh (art collector) |
| Known for | Cloth Label, Estate Range, Black Label, St Matthius |
| Varietals | Gewürztraminer, Pinot gris, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot noir, Brut (wine), Sauvignon blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Other products | Moo Brew |
| Other attractions | Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), The Ether building, The Source Restaurant, Mona Pavilions (accommodation) |
| Website | http://www.moorilla.com.au |
Moorilla Estate is a winery located in the suburb of Berriedale, 12 km north of the city centre of Hobart, in Tasmania.
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Establishment
It was established in 1958 by Italian-Australian former textile merchant Claudio Alcorso.[1]
Moorilla Estate is currently owned by David Walsh,[2][3] and is the site of the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA).[4]
The winery produces a number of cool climate wines, and also produces five beers under the label Moo Brew.[5]
Moo Brew
In November 2004 a micro-brewery was installed at Moorilla Estate, under the guidance of head brewer, Owen Johnston. In June 2005 the first keg was sold and went on tap at T42° on Hobart’s waterfront. In 2010 Moo Brew expanded and opened a second brewery in Bridgewater, Tasmania. All brewing is now carried out at this secondary site. Moo Brew produce five core beers (each featuring exclusive artwork by Australian artist John Kelly):
- a Pilsner;
- a German-style Hefeweizen;
- a Belgian Pale Ale;
- an American Pale Ale; and
- an American Dark Ale.
They also prduce a number of seasonal beers, including:
- a Harvest Ale;
- a seasonal Stour; and
- a farmhouse style Saison.
Accommodation
Accommodation was added in 2000 and consisting of four hilltop chalets which feature items from the Museum of Old and New Art.[6][7] Four further pavilions were opened in 2009.
Performances
The site also plays host to a number of live music and drama performances on a regular basis, and has a function centre.[8]
See also
References
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