Chris Thomas took a chance on oenology and now crafts world class wines in the McLaren Vale

Send us Fan MailChris Thomas is the winemaker and managing director at Dowie Doole in South Australia’s McLaren Vale. The rumour is that in his younger schoolboy days he excelled in the math and science departments, but when it came to undertaking later studies he was convinced to pursue oenology after talking to a friend who raved about how interesting and fun it was. Chris accrued a wealth of experience across the industry and makes particular mention of the influence of Steve Serafino Maglieri who is a champion of alternative varietals and a pioneer of the modern McLaren vale wine scene. Chris aims to channel diversity and excellence through the Dowie Doole Vineyards at Blewitt Springs and Tatachilla and he joined me on the show to share a bit about his work in the McLaren vale and the mission for Dowie Doole. A huge thanks to Chris for joining me. Support the show