Macquarie Group Sydney Royal Wine Show

Just four years after it was founded in 1822, the Agricultural Society of NSW awarded a medal to Gregory Blaxland for the best sample of Australian wine. This award was possibly the first time that an award had been given for an Australian wine, and a farsighted recognition of  the part that wine was to play in the agricultural development of Australia. Ever since, wine has played a significant part in the Sydney Royal competitions, attracting around 300 exhibitors in 60 different classes, ensuring for the winners recognition and a valuable opportunity to shine the spotlight on their wines.