Bimbadgen awarded Best Tourism Winery at the National Tourism Awards
Continuing our reign as Australia's Best
Bimbadgen Estate has been named Best Tourism Winery for the second year running in the prestigious Australian Tourism Awards for 2007.
This award was presented at a gala dinner in Canberra on 29 February 2008 and is the third win for Bimbadgen Estate in this category at the National level, acknowledging the winery's significant contribution to tourism through the 'provision of direct services to the general public'.
General Manager of Bimbadgen Estate, John Quirk, said the award was a shining light for both Bimbadgen and the Hunter Valley, having endured a tough year with drought then flood, but particularly a testament to the ongoing success of Bimbadgen Estate and our drive to offer the very best in wine and food experiences. 
"Bimbadgen Estate plays a significant role in attracting visitors to the Hunter Valley, which continues to be a domestic and international drawcard for wine and food enthusiasts." Mr Quirk said.
This latest award follows on from a successful 2007, in which Bimbadgen Estate collected a number of major industry awards including a third consecutive win for Esca Bimbadgen restaurant as Best Tourism Restaurant, and in 2007 also receiving the coveted Restaurant in a Winery category at the Regional Restaurant and Catering Awards.
At the 2008 'Royal Sydney Wine Show' held in January, Bimbadgen picked up four medals across the range, from the Bimbadgen Estate range through to the premium Signature range.
Mr Quirk congratulated the entire staff of the winery and Bimbadgen's parent company Mulpha Australia Limited for their initiative and commitment to excellence.
"This award is a wonderful start to 2008. We are looking forward to delivering our promise as a complete wine and food destination, and continuing to offer events and festivals which showcase the wonderful attributes of the Hunter Valley to both the Australian and international markets," he said.
"We also acknowledge the support of the NSW State Government after the June 2007 floods, Hunter Region Tourism bodies and wineries in the Hunter with which we work closely on a number of promotional activities each year."
Bimbadgen Estate offers a unique experience for guests with four distinct working areas all in one stunning location - 30-year-old vineyards; open plan, state-of-the-art winemaking facilities; popular Esca Bimbadgen Restaurant; a four-bedroom executive homestead and a two-bedroom cottage.
The large outdoor amphitheatre, located next to the Hunter landmark Bell Tower, is a distinctive design feature of Bimbadgen Estate, hosting a number of high-profile musical events each year, including the renowned 'A Day On The Green' and Bimbadgen Blues 'Red, White and Blues' Festival.
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Karen Evans - Bimbadgen Estate
Ph: (02) 4998 4609 or 0439 436 366
Email: kevans@bimbadgen.com.au