allevare wines

For Alysha Moscatt and Lucy Kendall, wine is their life, their living and their community. 2022 brings their third vintage under their own Allevare label, enjoying continued growth, both through their work for like-minded winemakers, and through farming sustainably and leasing vineyards across Gippsland.

They are also receiving plaudits and media attention for raising the profile of diverse young winemakers, including through their initiative “Joans of Marc”, which curates new release lists.

So how did they get here?

Lucy finished her Masters of Oenology and Viticulture in 2018 at Adelaide University, She has been working in the wine industry for the last 12 years, completing 14 vintages in Chile, France and around Australia. Her experience ranges from retail, importing, vineyard work and winery work, she is now working full time in West Gippsland as a wine maker and viticulturist.

Lucy was born in the UK and moved over to Albury with her family when she was young. Lucy grew up helping her Dad on their family farm near Albury, this is where she found her passion for farming sustainably and working in harmony with the land.

Alysha was born in Melbourne and has been working as a qualified florist for the last 12 years in London and Victoria. She has spent most of her career working in events and large scale floral installations. After many years of working in London, Alysha has decided to base herself in West Gippsland with her partner Lucy.

It was here that she found her love and inspiration for viticulture and wine making.

Alysha's family is from Siracusa and the Aeolian Islands in Sicily. After many trips there, she is constantly inspired by the people, the way of life and most importantly the food and wine.

Together, their aim is to produce delicious, thoughtful wines that reflect the industry and culture, from the exciting wine region of Gippsland.

Read more about Lucy and Alysha’s story in Harrison Davies’ article for Grapegrower and Winemaker Magazine February 2022 edition. (Images courtesy of Australian and New Zealand Grapegrower and Winemaker Magazine)

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