“A Nose for Wine, A Nose for Challenge”
For Celine Rousseau, the winemaker at Eden Road, good wine is not just about the taste, but also about the aroma. In fact, she believes that her sense of smell is one of the most important senses when it comes to wine. “I have a pretty good palate, but my nose is better for sure,” she said.

Perfume-Maker to Winemaker

Before becoming a winemaker, Celine Rousseau was actually studying to become a perfume-maker. She had a passion for fragrances and enjoyed the process of creating unique scents. However, after working in the perfume industry for a while, she decided to pursue a career in winemaking.

Years of Experience and a Variety of Vineyards

Throughout her career, Celine Rousseau has worked in some of the world’s top wineries, including Grands Crus wineries in Champagne and Bordeaux. She has also worked in Languedoc and has a vintage under her belt with Pierro in Margaret River.

A New Challenge at Eden Road

After 17 years at Chalkers Crossing, Celine Rousseau was looking for a new challenge. She was approached by Eden Road winery in Murrumbateman, and she accepted the opportunity to join the team.

Improving the Quality of Fruit and Adding New Vineyards

At Eden Road, Celine Rousseau has been working to improve the quality of the fruit from the vineyard. She has also been able to add new vineyards to the mix, including parcels of fruit from Tumbarumba, Gundagai, and Hilltops.

A Unique Wine-Making Style

Celine Rousseau is known for her unique wine-making style, which combines traditional techniques with modern methods. She believes that this approach has resulted in some of the best wines in the region.

Wine Tasting Notes

* **Eden Road Sauvignon Blanc, 2023**: A crisp and refreshing wine with flavors of grapefruit, green apple, and herbaceous notes. * **Crittenden Peninsula Pinot Noir, 2023**: A vibrant and aromatic wine with flavors of red cherry, raspberry, and rhubarb. * **Meerea Park XYZ Shiraz, 2023**: A full-bodied wine with flavors of plum, dark cherry, and blueberry, with a spicy finish.

Expert Review

The quality of the wines produced by Celine Rousseau is a testament to her dedication and expertise. Her unique wine-making style has resulted in some of the best wines in the region.

A Nose for Challenge

Celine Rousseau’s mantra is “no shortcuts and attention to detail at every step.” This approach has paid off, resulting in some of the best wines in the region.

Quote

“ I like a challenge, but it was scary. I wasn’t just the winemaker, but project manager too, dealing with tradies and racing to get a winery built in time for vintage.” – Celine Rousseau

Conclusion

Celine Rousseau’s story is a testament to the importance of hard work and dedication in the world of winemaking.