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June 10, 2024; Melbourne, Australia – Darren Rathbone, CEO and Winemaker for Australia-based Rathbone Wine Group (RWG), is pleased to announce that Lieber Fine Wines & Spirits will handle distribution of its portfolio of celebrated Australian wines in New York and New Jersey.

Rathbone Wine Group was founded in 1996, and today encompasses three historic estates: Yering Station in Victoria’s Yarra Valley, Mount Langi Ghiran in Victoria’s Grampians region, and Xanadu in Margaret River, Western Australia.

This partnership marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for both of our companies, and we are delighted to share this news with our valued customers, partners, and the broader community.

Australia’s Rathbone Wine Group Names New Distribution Partner for Portfolio of Premium Cool-Climate Wines in New York and New Jersey

Lieber Fine Wines and Swirl Bev are excited to showcase the 2021 Xanadu “Reserve” Chardonnay from Rathbone Cellars. This margarita-style Chardonnay, reminiscent of the Indian Ocean, offers a refreshing experience with its creamy texture and vibrant lemon zest acidity. Awarded 97 points and Editor’s Choice by Christina Pickard, this wine is a must-try! Contact Seth St. Giles, brand manager at Seth@lieberfinewines in NY and NJ, or visit our website www.lieberfinewines.com for more information. hashtag#WineLovers hashtag#Chardonnay hashtag#RathboneCellars

The Best Australian Wines to Drink Right Now

Earlier this year a panel of expert judges convened in a nondescript hotel convention hall in Brooklyn to assess merit across all major categories of spirit. It was part of the annual New York World Wine & Spirits Competition, which in just several iterations has already grown into one of the city’s premiere tasting events.

Lieber Fine Wines and Swirl Bev are excited to showcase the 2021 Xanadu “Reserve” Chardonnay from Rathbone Cellars. This margarita-style Chardonnay, reminiscent of the Indian Ocean, offers a refreshing experience with its creamy texture and vibrant lemon zest acidity. Awarded 97 points and Editor’s Choice by Christina Pickard, this wine is a must-try! Contact Seth St. Giles, brand manager at Seth@lieberfinewines in NY and NJ, or visit our website www.lieberfinewines.com for more information. hashtag#WineLovers hashtag#Chardonnay hashtag#RathboneCellars

The Best Australian Wines to Drink Right Now

Earlier this year a panel of expert judges convened in a nondescript hotel convention hall in Brooklyn to assess merit across all major categories of spirit. It was part of the annual New York World Wine & Spirits Competition, which in just several iterations has already grown into one of the city’s premiere tasting events.