Inspired by the production and enjoyment of good wine, Lilian Carter works to support the viability of producers and enhance the experience of consumers.
Since completing her Oenology studies at Adelaide University, Lilian has worked with top tier producers. She has been involved in all aspects of wine production, with some of the most well regarded global wine business’ and some of the best niche producers, in locations that have ranged from the established Barossa Valley to the wine frontier of Xinjiang, China.
Since 2012 Lilian has focused this accumulated experience on two objectives:
- ensuring sustainability and success for small and medium sized producers that are the foundation of a diverse Australian wine industry
- building connections and supporting the growth of the wine industry and market in China, Asia and domestically
In 2015, Lilian was invited to participate in Wine Australia’s Future Leaders Program and is currently Chair of the Victorian Wines Show Committee.
Example Clients:
Symphonia Fine Wines, King Valley
Brokenwood, Indigo Vineyard
Box Grove Vineyard, Central Victoria
Tiansai Skyline of Gobi, Xinjiang, China
Helan Mountain Wine Co, Ningxia, China
Lallemand, China
Links to Media:
The Drinks Business - Proust Q&A
Wine and Viticulture Journal - Saperavi, a fascinating standalone wine and a great blender
Grape Wall of China - In China's Outback: Australian Lilian Carter on making wine in Xinjiang
Gourmet Traveller Wine - Jeremy Oliver report
Some significant accolades:
2008 Helan Mountain Special Reserve Chardonnay:
Trophy, Best Wine of Asia, 2009 Hong Kong International Wine and Spirit Competition
2010 Domaine Chandon Yarra Valley Chardonnay
Trophy, 2011 National Wine Show, Best Dry White, Commercial class
Gold Medal, 2011 International Cool Climate Wine Show
96 Points – James Halliday’s Wine Companion
2010 Domaine Chandon Heathcote Shiraz
Trophy – Royal Queensland Wine Show 2013, Best Dry Red Shiraz (Mature Class)
Gold Medal – Royal Melbourne Wine Show 2012, Royal Adelaide Wine Show 2013, Royal Melbourne Wine Show 2013
2012 Skyline of Gobi Cabernet Sauvignon
Gold Medal - China Fine Wine Challenge 2013
Selected into Bettane and Desseauve 2015-2016
2013 Skyline of Gobi Selection Cabernet Sauvignon
Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards 2015,
2013 Skyline of Gobi Reserve Chardonnay
Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards 2015
Gold Medal - RVF Chinese Wine Awards 2015
Selected into Bettane + Desseauve 2015-2016
2013 Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay
Gold Medal - Concours Mondial De Bruxells 2015
2014 Skyline of Gobi Reserve Chardonnay
Selected into Bettane and Desseauve 2015-2016
Silver Medal - International Wine&Spirits Competition 2016
Silver Medal - Concours Mondial De Bruxells 2016
Best Chinese White Wine of the year, Selected into Bettane + Desseauve 2017
2014 Skyline of Gobi Selection Chardonnay
Selected into Bettane and Desseauve 2015-2016
2013 Skyline of Gobi Selection Cabernet Sauvignon/Shiraz
Selected into Bettane + Desseauve 2015-2016,
2013 Skyline of Gobi Selection Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot
Silver Medal - International Wine&Spirits Competition 2016
Silver Medal - Concours Mondial De Bruxells 2016
2014 Skyline of Gobi Classic Shiraz
Silver Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards 2016
2014 Skyline of Gobi Selection Shiraz
Silver Medal - Decanter Asia Wine Awards 2016