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Associate Members:
Mt. Barker Viticultural Developers
Peninsula Crossing
3drops is an established Western Australian vineyard, just 16 kilometers west of Mount Barker. Nestled in the heart of the famed wine growing region of the Great Southern, vines flourish in the rare cool climate. 15 fertile hectares of vines and olive trees produce wines and olive oil that are lovingly crafted, using a careful combination of the latest technology and time honored tradition.
3drops’ story
The story begins with a purchase of a family farm in Mount Barker in 1973. It ran as a typical sheep and cattle property until 1977, when family members, John and Joanne Bradbury and Joanne’s sister Nicola Wallich, began to explore a few ideas for the development of the property.
The original plan was to cultivate an olive grove on a portion of its 99 hectares, for the commercial production of olive oil. Soon the threesome’s small plans became bigger plans, and considering the property was located in one of the country’s foremost wine growing regions, 1998 saw the planning of a future vineyard. Initial plantings were undertaken in 1999, with further plantings in 2002.
The name 3drops was chosen to reflect the attributes of three precious liquids; wine, olive oil, and water, with both the vineyard and the olive grove irrigated by a large wetland located on the property.
Recent Awards
On 24th November, 3drops was awarded ‘Most Outstanding Wine Brand (Crushing less than 300T)’ at the ANZ Wine Industry Awards 2006 Western Australia. The awards celebrate excellence by both individuals and businesses in WA’s competitive wine industry and are judged by a panel of high profile experts.
This award adds to a collection of accolades gained over the last few months, including:
- Wine Packaging Design Award – Perth Royal Show 2006 Trophy (for the third consecutive year)
- Sauvignon Blanc 2006 – Qantas Wine Show of Western Australia 2006 Bronze
- Chardonnay 2005 – Qantas Wine Show of Western Australia 2006 Bronze,
Australian Small Winemakers Show 2006 Bronze and Boutique Wines of Australia Wine Awards 2006 Bronze - Extra Virgin Olive Oil 2006 – Perth Royal Show 2006 Silver, Sydney Fine Food Show 2006 Bronze, Australian Olive Association 10th National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Show 2006 Bronze and Golden Olive Awards 2006 Bronze
Recent Reviews
Chardonnay 2005
“The nose has an interesting varietal signature of peach and citrus aromas underscored by nutty oak. The palate has a creamy texture with peach flavours dominating. Discreet oak marks a soft balanced finish.
Alex Hudak - Scoop Magazine – Spring 2006
Shiraz 2004
“New vineyards can produce delicious whites well before they make satisfying reds. I’ve enjoyed sauvignon blanc from this newish Mt Barker producer but this is the first red of theirs that has delighted: Spicy, peppery characters lively and juicy in the mid-palate with soft, smooth, almost silky texture and fine supple tannins. Approachable now.
Peter Forrestal - Sunday Times – STM November 2006
