RW Global Network: Anna Pakula (USA)

RW International had the opportunity to encounter many highly respected influential individuals during the 3 day exhibition. One meeting of note was with Anna Pakula - International Wine consultant, wine photojournalist and creative visual communicator.

Anna attended The International Symposium and visited our booth numerous times to meet with our winemakers, we were also honoured to have Anna join us for a key Wine Dinner in Hong Kong.

Today, Anna, who devotes a substantial portion of her time in the vineyards and cellars of some of the most highly respected wine producers in the world, International Wine Trades Shows, international wine competitions, effectively draws upon her diverse background, energy, talent and international experiences to provide a comprehensive array of services to the wine industry. These services include developing effective marketing strategies, organizing promotions and educational events for private wine portfolios , wine trade, wine region, individual winery, wine enthusiasts, and providing creative high-quality visual communications that seek to capture the essence of wine for cross-cultural branding and networking.

To find out more concerning Anna's consultancy, please visit her website: http://www.annapakulaconsulting.com/.

We would also like to thank Anna for providing RW Intl. with some of the outstanding images below - capturing the excitement of the Vinexpo 2008. We look forward to working with Anna Pakula Consulting in the future!

Photography by Anna Pakula © International Wine Consultant

Photos of Principals on the RW Booth

With over 18 wineries featured on our booth, the 3 days were filled with activity and promotion. Here are some photos taken of each participating principal:

Capannelle - Manuele Verdelli:

Champagne Devaux - Jean-noel Girard:

Francis Ford Coppola Presents 'Rosso & Bianco':

Forrest Estate - Dr. John Forrest:

Geografico - Carlo Salvadori & Marco Toti:

Georges Duboeuf - Franck Duboeuf:

Gianni Gagliardo - Stefano Gagliardo:

Hob Nob:

Marques de Murrieta - Frans Kerstens:

Mount Langi Ghiran - Aaron Drummond:

O.Fournier - Jose Ortega:

Parker Coonawarra Estate - Olimpia Luciano:

Rubicon Estate - Larry Stone:

Salena Estate - Bob Franchitto:

Salin - Christophe Lillet:

Terrabianca - Francesco Russo:

Xanadu - Glenn Goodall:

Yering Station - Caroline Mooney:

The Participating Wineries - Continued

Mount Langi Ghiran - The Grampians (Western Victoria) Mount Langi Ghiran is home to a state-of-the-art winery and estate vineyards covering over 60 hectares. Using a modern approach, quality is not compromised. Their Shiraz and Cabernets have long been ranked in the absolute top tier of Australia’s reds and are recognized worldwide. The Mount Langi Ghiran trademark: intense fruit flavors. www.langi.com.au

O.Fournier Group - Ribera Del Duero Bodegas y Vinedos O. Fournier Group was founded in 2000 with the goal of producing wines of outstanding quality in different regions of the world such as Spain and Argentina. The main asset of the winery in Ribera Del Duero is its vineyard. The estate has 105 Ha. of which 60 Ha. are planted. www.ofournier.com

Parker Coonawarra Estate - Coonawarra (South Australia) Parker Coonawarra Estate has achieved an unmatched reputation both within Australia and overseas where fine wines are revered for integrity and consistent superb quality. Parker Coonawarra Estate was founded by the late John L Parker in the mid 1980’s and the wines, in particular the benchmark ‘First Growth’, have earned an enviable reputation for quality, consistency and integrity. www.parkercoonawarraestate.com.au

Rubicon Estate - Rutherford, Napa Valley Niebaum-Coppola Estate Winery, renamed Rubicon Estate is the oldest original vineyard site in Rutherford, California and the largest area of organically farmed contiguous vineyards in the appellation. More than a quarter century ago, noted entrepreneur, Francis Ford Coppola purchased the historic Inglenook Estate, founded in 1880 by Gustave Niebaum, hoping to restore the great winemaking traditions of the past. Dozens of acclaimed vintages have resulted from the Estate vines, including the 1941 Inglenook Cabernet, which has been named one of the "Top 10 wines of the Century."™ . www.rubiconestate.com

Salena Estate - Riverland South - Australia A family run winery established in 1998 by Mr Bob Franchitto and his wife, Sylvia. The estate was named after their daughter. Since its creation the winery has successfully grown, from 300 tonnes crushed in 1998 to 7000 tonnes in 2001. Salena Estate has had great success in USA and UK and now emergence in Asia, gaining strength with their flagship range featuring Bookpurnong Hill, and Salena Estate. www.salenaestate.com.au

Salin - Bordeaux In 1798, Pierre Salin set up a business as Wine Merchant in Bègles (the Bordeaux suburbs). Still family managed by Frederic Salin, Salin represents today’s modern and dynamic style of Bordeaux négociant activity. With exclusive Petite Chateau and 2nd wines combined with excellent En Primeur and Cru Classe selections Salin remains one of the leading wine merchants of Bordeaux.

Terrabianca - Chianti Classico Terrabianca, a boutique winery located in the heart of the Chianti Classico region, Tuscany, has had a historic development with first documents mentioning its presence in the medieval times of 1805. Today it is a flourishing winery with highest quality soils producing awarded wines in a total production of 350 000 bottles a year. The winery also welcomes visitors to its estate and villa il tresoro closer to the coast. http://www.terrabianca.com

Xanadu - Margaret River Xanadu is known for producing some of Margaret River’s best Semillons and Cabernets, many of which have received international acclaim. Margaret River, home to one of the region’s most respected vineyards, is a near-perfect environment for viticulture, thanks to rich, free draining gravel soils fed by an abundant supply of pristine water and sheltered by forests of magnificent marri trees. www.xanaduwines.com.au

Yering Station - Yarra Valley (Victoria)

Yering Station is rich in history; established in 1838 as the first vineyard in Victoria; it was awarded a “Grand Prix” at the Paris exhibition in 1889, the only one awarded to a Southern Hemisphere wine. Yering Station is now one of the most exciting family-owned developments in the wine industry. The wines are made entirely from grapes of the Yarra Valley. www.yering.com

The Participating Wineries

RW International was joined by over 18 participating wineries from around the world - welcoming major Winemakers, Managing Directors and Export Managers on the booth to meet with various media outlets, trade and F&B visitors.

The booth was never silent!

The following wineries were participating - further information on their history and wines can be found on RW's website: http://www.redandwhite.net/ or via their websites by clicking on their logos.

Capannelle - Tuscany

Established in 1975, Capannelle are one of the exclusive and top classified wine producers in Chianti(located in Gaiole – the heart of Tuscany). They are recognized by connoisseurs for the exceptional quality of their wines. www.capannelle.com

Champagne Devaux - Champagne Founded in 1846, the Champagne of Devaux was taken over by Madame Auguste Devaux, one of Champagne’s great characters who ran their companies with as much energy as skill. The company was renamed “Maison Veuve A.Devaux” upon her death. www.champagne-devaux.fr

Forrest Estate - Marlborough

Forrest Estate produces classic New Zealand wines. Since its first vintage in 1990, John and Brigid Forrest have carved out a high reputation for their powerfully flavored, appetizingly crisp whites and perfumed, rich concentrated reds. www.forrest.co.nz

Francis Ford Coppola Presents 'Rosso & Bianco' - Sonoma The Francis Ford Coppola Presents as a company represents the innovation of its founder: Francis Ford Coppola. Some of the very successful projects under the umbrella of FFCP have been resorts, restaurants, magazines. The Francis Ford Coppola Presents Rosso & Bianco Winery is located in Sonoma, and offers 5 different labels of wines: Director’s Cut, Francis Coppola Reserve, Diamond Collection, Rosso & Bianco and Sofia (a sparkling wine). www.ffcpresents.com

Geografico - Tuscany The vineyards of the 200 growers of the Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico are located in the most prestigious Tuscan production zones. They total 571 hectares of which 486 hectares are registered as DOCG. Along with Sangiovese, there are other indigenous vines that contribute characteristic aromas and flavors to the wines. www.chiantigeografico.it

Georges Duboeuf - Beaujolais Duboeuf and Beaujolais are something of a love story; a story about the happy marriage between the Duboeuf family and the fruits of the Beaujolais soil. With annual sales of 30 million bottles, Georges Duboeuf is one of France's largest and best-known wine merchants. www.duboeuf.com\

Gianni Gagliardo - Piemonte Originally started by his father-in-law Paulin Colla in the 1950’s, Gianni Gagliardo joined the winery in 1974. Today, he carries on the family tradition, running the estate with his 3 sons. With a production of 25,000 cases, and a majority of the grapes coming from single vineyards, Gianni Gagliardo uses a contemporary winemaking approach to produce hand-crafted wines. www.gagliardo.it

Hob Nob - South of France HOB NOB is an exciting new wine brand and lifestyle concept, backed by one of the largest and most innovative wineries in the world. Personifying a “social-style” and appeal found in today’s young adult society, the range was developed following extensive qualitative and quantitative research in the United States. HOB NOB Range has a new world style, appealing to young, modern wine consumers, while over delivering value with sharp, distinctive package and high quality taste. http://www.hobnobwines.com/

Marques de Murrieta - Rioja Marqués de Murrieta is a winery where traditional and modern techniques are combined to achieve the highest quality wines possible. The white wines of Marqués de Murrieta are well-known for their rich nutty flavour, balanced by vivid fruit and acidity, whilst the reds have a noticeable power, acidity and pronounced colour in their youth, becoming mellow and delicate in their old age. www.marquesdemurrieta.com