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About Jono

Jono has been involved in the wine industry since he was quite young. His parents had a small vineyard and winery in the Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia, and spent plenty of school holidays working in the vineyard and winery. He completed a Bachelor of Agricultural Science (Oenology) from the University of Adelaide (formely the Roseworthy Agricultural College). He also holds a Post Graduate Degree in Business Management from Monash University. His wine industry experience include working as a winemaker for Petaluma in the Adelaide Hills under the legendary Brian Croser. He was then sent to Smithbrook in the Pemberton region of Western Australia, then owned by Petaluma. He spent 6 years at Smithbrook managing the vineyard and winery, and during that time also completed a vintage at Chateau Carsin in Bordeaux. The two years leading into 2008, he traveled the world with his partner sampling the worlds best wines, and also fulfilling his other passion of equestrian competition.

New USA Wine Deal – Save 32% on the 2004 Bodegas Balcona Partal DO Bullas

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Jono

At Wine Access at the moment you can get a great 32% saving per case on the very unique 2004 Bodegas Balcona Partal DO Bullas. Normally $28, Now per bottle $21.99.  You Save $6.01 (21%). 12 bottles or more, $18.99.  … Continue reading →

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New UK Wine Deal – FREE Laurent Perrier Champagne when you spend £125 or more on wine this September

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Jono

Wine Hound have a nice little bonus for its customers this months. If you spend £125 or more at Wine Hound during the month of September you’ll receive a FREE bottle of Laurent Perrier Champagne. All you need to do … Continue reading →

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New UK Wine Deal – Save 50% on the Rosemount Founders Selection Shiraz

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Jono

Rosemount is one of the most popular and best know wineries in Australia, and do everything from high volume value for money wines, to premium rare brands that rival the world best. Get the Rosemount Founders Selection Shiraz at 50% … Continue reading →

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New USA Wine Deal – Honig Cabernet Sauvignon – Sale Price $26.99

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Jono

The  Honig Cabernet Sauvignon is on sale at the moment at GrapesWine. Normally $36.99 per bottle, it’s been reduced to a sale price of $26.99. The 2007 vintage for Napa Cabernet is hot. Parker’s highest rating he has given a … Continue reading →

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New UK Wine Deal – Special Offer – The Italy Sample Case 12 Bottle – £95.00

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Jono

This special offer 12 bottle case of Italian Wines takes a broad brush to the best of Italy. Adnams Cellar & Kitchen know their wines and have put together this sample case for your enjoyment. This case represents but a … Continue reading →

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New USA Wine Deal – Save 25% on the WEINGUT EDER GRUNER VELTLINER – Sale Price $14.99

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Jono

A very cool little discount from GrapesWine on the WEINGUT EDER GRUNER VELTLINER. Reg. Price $19.99; Our Price $14.99 SAVE 25%. Austria’s Grüner Veltliner has emerged as one of the most recent additions to the iconic wines of the world. … Continue reading →

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50% Off Californian Wines for Calfornian Wine Month

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Jono

In California, September is California wine month – so we’re featuring huge savings of up to 50% on amazing California wines. California makes enough varieties and styles to match many European wine countries, and 90% of all wine produced in … Continue reading →

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New UK Wine Deal – ACE OF SPADES – Armand de Brignac, Brut Gold – Champagne – Was £233.59, Now £209.12

Posted on August 31, 2010 by Jono

This Champagne is something a little bit special, not only for what’s in the bottle, but the packaging and the idea. Armand de Brignac is a prestige Champagne produced by Champagne Cattier of Chigny-les-Roses, France. Armand de Brignac is marvelously … Continue reading →

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New UK Wine Deal – Save 33% on the Baroncini, San Colombano 2006 Chianti Riserva

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Jono

Waitrose Wines Direct have done it again. Right now you can get the Baroncini, San Colombano 2006 Chianti Riserva at 33% Off normal RRP. Bottle: £6.32 Case of 12: £75.84. Offer ends 21 September 2010. Elegant Riserva expressing classic cherry … Continue reading →

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New USA Wine Deal – 2008 CARO Amancaya – Save 19%

Posted on August 29, 2010 by Jono

Currently you can get 19% off the 2008 CARO Amancaya bordeaux red blend from Argentina. The 2008 CARO Amancaya has had very strong reviews lately Price: $21.00 $16.99. Save $4.01 (19%) Deep purple-red color. Fruit driven wine, with appealing red … Continue reading →

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