The extensive experience and winemaking knowledge of Don Lewis combined with
Narelle King’s broad thinking and diverse skill set, bring a partnership strength to
Tar & Roses that is as unique as the brand itself. Their interest was not confined to these varietals or wine styles solely in the traditional European regions, but also how these varieties could be grown and made in Australia.

For the past three years, Don and Narelle have been making wine in Priorat, Spain, fueling their intrigue in the classic European varietals, particularly Nebbiolo.

Back in Australia, Don and Narelle have concentrated on producing wines from
these European varietals in their own region - Central Victoria. Here, they
make Tempranillo, Nebbiolo, Pinot Grigio and Sangiovese in addition
to a Central Victorian Shiraz, one of Don’s signature varieties.
Tar & Roses encapsulates the complexity and interest of this story--one that shows the friendship between Don and Narelle and the multi-regions of Italy, Spain and Australia. It is a brand that speaks of the traditions of wine merging with the cutting edge of Australian winemaking, bridging the old world with the new.