What began 80 years ago as a migrant family's backyard hobby is now a global wine success story.
Calabria Family Wines, formerly known as Westend, is celebrating 80 years of winemaking, honouring four generations of family legacy and innovation dating back to 1945.
With vineyards from the Riverina to the Barossa, the Calabria family has launched a commemorative digital story, featuring family patriarch Bill Calabria and his granddaughter Sophie, sharing their journey. Watch the video.
The story begins in Griffith, home to many Italian migrant families, but Francesco and Elisabetta Calabria’s hobby has grown into one of Australia’s leading family-owned wine businesses.
Bill Calabria AM (below), second-generation winemaker, director, and one-time professional boxer. reflects on the journey.
“We’ve come a long way from my parents’ backyard winery," he says. "What hasn’t changed is our commitment to quality, our love for the land, curiosity, and the belief that wine brings people together. That’s what drives us forward.”
The Calabrias now have state-of-the-art winemaking facilities with third and fourth generations now actively involved.
Calabria, Richland and Three Bridges are among the family's high-profile label, with the addition of new brands like Calabria BELENA, and premium wines including Iconic and Saint Petri.
The 80th birthday sees the family focusing on the future, as well as supporting national charities through the Bill Calabria Foundation.
“We’re not just making wine, we’re building something that lasts," says Andrew Calabria, third-generation sales and marketing director.
"That means listening to our customers, investing in our people, and protecting the land that gives us so much.”
To mark this milestone, the Calabria family has unveiled the Calabria 80th Anniversary Limited Edition Durif VP.
“We’re proud of our history, and reaching 80 years is a significant milestone; it definitely is a time to reflect,” says Bill Calabria.
“Having Sophie retell our story makes it even more special. But we’re not just looking back; we’re firmly focused on the road ahead. Calabria Family Wines is here for the long haul.”
Calabria wines are today exported to over 40 countries and are known for offering excellent value.
For more information about Calabria Family Wines see www.calabriawines.com.au.
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