Introducing the Australian Spritz Class

While Australian wine is renowned the world over, staying ahead of the game means constantly evolving. Right now, that evolution is all about the Spritz. This new beverage has been inspired by traditional Italian aperitivos, but crafted with the usual distinct Aussie twist. These refreshing, lower-alcohol drinks are fast becoming the ultimate choice for summer afternoons and weekend barbies across the nation.

The Australian Inland Wine Show has always been dedicated to staying at the cutting edge of industry trends. This year, we’re evolving too. By introducing the Australian Spritz Class, we’re giving winemakers a unique opportunity to leverage the expertise of our eminently qualified judges for their valuable feedback (and evaluation).

Why Enter the Australian Spritz Class?

• Expert, Unbiased Evaluation: Have your products assessed by our expert panel, giving you independent feedback to help fine-tune your Spritz profile.

• Benchmark Against the Best: Open to wineries Australia-wide, this class lets you see how your product measures up against its peers, driving quality and innovation across the category.

• Boost Consumer Confidence: A strong showing or a medal in this fast-growing class is a powerful marketing tool to drive brand awareness and retail sales.

Whether you are pioneering a brand-new blend or building on an existing favourite, we invite wineries from every region to be part of this exciting new chapter—both for Australian winemaking and for the ongoing innovation at the Australian Inland Wine Show.

This is a true year of firsts for us, as this exciting new class also launches alongside our completely revamped, easy-to-use entry portal.

Entries will open soon. If you would like to join the beta program, please use the form below.