Alister Purbrick Awarded Member of the Order of Australia (AM)

Alister Purbrick Awarded Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
For Significant Service to the Wine Industry

We are immensely proud to share the news that Alister Purbrick, fourth-generation winemaker and long-time custodian of Tahbilk, has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to the wine industry.

This prestigious honour, announced as part of the 2025 Australia Day Honours, recognises Alister’s decades-long commitment to innovation, leadership, and excellence in Australian wine—both through his stewardship of Tahbilk and his contribution to the broader industry landscape.

Alister’s influence stretches far beyond the vineyards of Nagambie. As a respected voice in national wine policy, former board member of the Winemakers’ Federation of Australia (now Australian Grape & Wine), and a passionate advocate for environmental sustainability and regional identity, his work has left an indelible mark on Australian viticulture.

Reflecting on the honour, Alister shared:

"I've been overwhelmed with the reaction to my AM Australia Day award which I'm very humbled to receive. I would like to thank all my wine industry colleagues who I've worked with for decades to make our industry the best that it can be and also acknowledge that, although some have already been suitably rewarded with Australia Day honours, there are many others who have also given of their time and energy over many years who deserve to be awarded an honour and are far more deserving than me."

Alister’s characteristic humility and generosity of spirit shine through in his words—reminding us that true leadership is often quiet, consistent, and focused on lifting others up.

Please join us in congratulating Alister on this well-deserved recognition. We’d love to hear your messages of support—connect with us on  Facebook  or Instagram and share your thoughts as we raise a glass to this wonderful milestone. 🥂