Following in the footsteps of Mudgee’s pioneer

“Mudgee was a pioneer of Italian varieties and has some of the country’s oldest vines,” says owner and vigneron John Nicholas. “In the 1970s Italian oenologist Carlo Carino established a successful vineyard in the region, producing Australia’s first Nebbiolo, Sangiovese and Barbera.

Culinary: Spaghetti Vongole paired with Vermentino

It’s no secret that Italian wines pair beautifully with Italian food, so we thought you’d enjoy some of these recipes next time you open a bottle of First Ridge.