Scion News

Recipe: Muscat Gin Sour

It's no secret that Grace in Rutherglen's Main St is one of our favourite hangouts for interesting and delicious food, wine and cocktails. They've...

We're Sustainable Winegrowing Certified

Our two vineyards are now certified by Sustainable Winegrowing Australia, a national program for grape growers and winemakers to demonstrate and c...

Dig out your corkscrew!

Head to the second draw down; it's time to dig out your corkscrew. For a selection of our wines destined for further cellaring (Viognier, Syrah, D...

Best things to do in Rutherglen (that aren't wine)

Visiting Rutherglen and keen to punctuate your wining and dining itinerary with some fresh air or exercise? Here are three things to try next time ...

Where to find the best coffee in Rutherglen

Serial Renovators Josh & Jenna recently relocated with their two young girls to Rutherglen, where they are busy renovating "The Castle House" ...

Scion wins People's Choice in Young Gun of Wine Awards

Scion's Winemaker Rowly Milhinch has taken out the People's Choice trophy in the 2022 Young Gun of Wine Awards. "Wow. Just wow. I feel so humbled t...

Best restaurants in Rutherglen

From coffee to cocktails, we've done a round-up of our favourite spots to eat and drink in and around Rutherglen. By no means an exhaustive list! ...

Muscat Spritz cocktail

As a fresh and vibrant style of Muscat, we serve Scion Muscat Nouveau chilled. Our new-wave Muscat also makes a great Spritz - floral, citrusy and...

Aerating vs Decanting – what, when, why?

I talk about decanting and aerating wine every other day at Cellar Door, so I thought I’d try to shed some light for any wine lovers out there pond...

Unique accommodation in Rutherglen

If you’re planning a trip to Rutherglen soon, here are some boutique accommodation spots we love. Can't get to the region anytime soon? Order Scion...

The perfect wine for chocolate

Our semi-sweet fortified Durif - After Dark - belongs with all kinds of dark chocolate desserts. Around 70% cacao is ideal to contrast with the ...

Syrah versus Shiraz: What's the difference?

Why do we call Scion’s Shiraz by the varietal’s French name, Syrah? Because everything sounds sexier in French, right? While you may agree with thi...