Paringa Estate’s Lindsay McCall named Legend of the Vine

Written By Campbell Mattinson

PRESS RELEASE: Lindsay McCall was named the 2024 Wine Communicators of Australia Victorian ‘Legend of the Vine’ at the Melbourne Royal Wine Show Awards Lunch last Friday.

The award recognises Lindsay’s outstanding and lasting contribution to the Mornington Peninsula and the wider Victorian wine industry.

Born the son of a farmer, Lindsay’s passion for the land led him to establish Paringa Estate, now one of Victoria’s premier wineries. His hands-on approach, from meticulous winemaking to optimising yields through innovative vineyard practices, reflects his uncompromising focus on quality—a dedication that has set the benchmark across the region.

Beyond his own vineyard, Lindsay has also played a significant role in elevating the broader wine industry. For over 25 years, he has been an active member of the Mornington Peninsula Vignerons Association and a long-serving contributor to its committee, including a term as president and Chair of the Pinot Noir Celebration Australia.

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This article was written by Campbell Mattinson, founder of The Winefront and mattinson, and former chief editor of Halliday.

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