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Episode 4

In this episode Rebecca and Michael showcase the Orange Region of NSW.

Although Orange has a long history of agriculture and farming it is a relatively young wine region and is continuing to make it's mark both locally and internationally.

Led by well known chefs and winemakers Orange is fast emerging as an up and coming food and wine bowl of great repute and boasts a variety of cool climate wine styles produced from some of the highest vineyards in the country.

Rebecca catches up with respected chef Michael Manners of Selkirk's fame who is now producing quality regional food to go.

Catch a glimpse of the scenery surrounding this cool climate region while listening to the many food and wine producers now claiming Orange as their home.
Episode 4 - Related Video and Episode Excerpts
Orange Region Food and Wine Video Channel
Video segments relating to episode 4 of Foody and the Winemaker can be found in the Regional Video Channel for Orange.
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Wine Australia's sponsorship and project assistance is exclusively directed to funding the production of the editorial video footage that captures both regional and winemaker profiles. The sponsorship does not subsidise any retail or commercial activity undertaken by About the House. Participation by any winery in 'Foody & the Winemaker' is not contingent on supplying wines, or paying a fee, to About the House.

Special Thanks to:

Stewart Robinson - Silks Brasserie
David Waddington
Ant Moore - Ant Moore Wine
Mountain Heritage Hotel & Spa


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Michael Hatcher

Michael has been chief winemaker for Hungerford Hill since October 2007 and has great knowledge of the terroir of the Tumbarumba and Hilltops regions. During his time he has participated in wine show judging across Australia.
Michael’s career started at the Charles Stuart University Winery, followed by positions at Bidgeebong Wines and Australian Wine Selectors, and he gained exposure to old-world winemaking practices with a vintage at Herade do Esporao in Portugal.

An innovative and exploratory winemaker, Michael searches for new regions and winemaking techniques to fulfill his passion for creating unforgettable wines. By working with growers and viticulturalists who share his passion, Michael is able to craft extraordinary wines that arouse the senses.

Michael understands Chardonnay, it’s in his soul. He views Chardonnay as amongst the greatest varieties in the world and this respect is why his wines are adored both here and internationally.
Rebecca Sutton

Experienced with food from a grass roots level as an agronomist, Rebecca Sutton initially started her career with a Bachelor of Rural Science and now owns her own Catering business Olive.A.Twist .

Cooking has always been her preferred vocation ... in between the ‘farmer’ bits and the travelling.

On completing her sommelier studies, hands on experience was gained over successive vintages with Lowe Family Wines in Mudgee. This has lead to wine judging both on a local and state level.

Whether it be writing, marketing, constructing menus or in fact eating, Rebecca is about quality, fresh produce and supporting those who own this ethos.
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