1. The success of Totino Estate is a story of passion,
determination, hard work and the will to never give up.
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Totino Estate Vineyards are situated in the picturesque Adelaide Hills of South Australia, in a region
called Paracombe. Located approximately 420 metres above sea level, Totino Estate sits on 120 acres of
land with
80 acres of vineyards. The climate is cooler, the soils richer, and the subsequent flavours of the grapes
grown, are delicate yet complex. The property was a former vineyard, however in 1970’s a Government
grant was issued and the vineyards where vacated. In 1999 despite the unkempt state of the Paracombe
Estate, the Totino family saw great potential and commenced planting six grape varietals.
THE WINES
Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Chardonnay, N.V. Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot,
Pinot Grigio and the flagship varietal of the Adelaide Hills, Sauvignon Blanc.
Par acombe
Adel aide Hills
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Reminiscing in the years that were, the vineyards remind
Don of his youth in Calabria. Travelling through the
Calabrian country side with his grandfather, their donkey
Peppina and a few relatives from the village who would
also bring their
donkeys to harvest the small family vineyard.
After harvesting and crushing the grapes barefoot, the
families and friends would celebrate by rejoicing with food
and wine. Although technology has advanced over the
years, we still keep the old tradition of celebrating with
family and friends after harvesting.
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Press Release
As featured
in
WINESTATE MAGAZINE
Sept-Oct Edition 2012
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Presenting
Totino Estate Wines
The Range
Now also available two
NEW exceptional blends
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SSC An exciting new blend combining three varietals from fruit parcels
picked on the Totino Adelaide Hills Vineyards.
Sangiovese, Shiraz Cabernet.
This smooth red will have the ladies asking for more.
A Classic Australian blend, this Cabernet Shiraz is made from two of
the best and most award winning varietals in the Totino stable
Cabernet and Shiraz.
A gentleman’s wine, this blend is a true asset to the finest of cellars.
We welcome to the
Totino family .....
two new
blends
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Totino Nominees
Product of Australia
14% Alc/vol
8.3 Standard Drinks
Allergen Statement - Contains Sulphites
Cabernet Shiraz
Tot i no C A BE R N E T SH I R A Z
Two award winning
varietals form the
Totino range are
brought together for
the first time.
NEW
Growing Region
Paracombe, Adelaide Hills
Harvest
Premium Adelaide Hills fruit parcels grown on the picturesque Totino
Vineyards are picked from vines ranging from 14-30 years old.
Appearance
Rich Ruby Red
Bouquet
A classic Australian full bodied red blend with distinguished
characters.
Vibrant plum & forest berry aromas of the Cabernet blending perfectly
with the cherry, spicy oak of the Shiraz.
Palate
A wine with ‘the lot’ pleasantly smooth and lingering on the finish.
Recommended Cuisine
Red meat, it loves it any way grilled, braised, in stews, and without
playing favourites Lamb is a match made in heaven for this wine.
Creamy pasta dishes, with cured cold cuts such as San Daniele
prosciutto and crusty bread.
Mild washed rind ‘stinky’ cheese to harder,
more age matured, nuttier cheddars, parmesan
or manchego. Figs and chocolate.
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Growing Region
Paracombe, Adelaide Hills
Harvest
Premium Adelaide Hills fruit parcels grown on the picturesque
Totino Vineyards are picked from vines ranging from 14-30 years old.
Sangiovese, an Italian classic, Shiraz an Aussie favourite and Cabernet
a famed French, are used in this new and exciting blend in the
Totino series.
Appearance
Ruby red with purple hues
Bouquet
Plums and cherries on the nose leading through to dark stone
fruits with underlying savoury earthy rustic notes.
Palate
A rich yet incredibly smooth wine with a lingering finish. The rich soils
and cool climate give each varietal a distinguished character with the
Sangiovese providing structure and the Shiraz and Cabernet adding a
rich juicy earthiness; blended they provide drinking pleasure not only
now but also in years to come if cellaring.
A real versatile wine which makes it ideal for easy drinking on
it’s own or accompanying european, modern fusion cuisines
and spicy asian inspired dishes. True to it’s principal blend
being an Italian origin varietal the SSC does love pasta
especially fresh pasta, with rich tomato sauces or meat fillings.
Mediterranean style grills and summer bbq’s also go well with
this blend, keep it chilled in summer for about 10-15 minutes
before serving and let it’s aromas warm to the palate.
Totino Nominees
Product of Australia
13.0% Alc/vol
7.8 Standard Drinks
Allergen Statement - Contains Sulphites
Sangiovese Shiraz Cabernet
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NEW
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2013 Royal Adelaide Wines Show BRONZE
2013 Adelaide Hills Regional Wine Show
BRONZE
2014 Sydney International Wine Competition
Highly Commended Award Winner
Tot i no C H A R D ON NAY
Tot i no PI NO T GR IGIO
2013 Adelaide Hills Regional Wine Show
BRONZE
Tot i no SAU V IG NON BL A NC
2012 Royal National Capital Agricultural Society
Canberra BRONZE
2013 Adelaide Hills Regional Wine Show SILVER
2012 Sydney Royal Wine Show BRONZE
2012 Royal National Capital Agricultural Society
Canberra - BRONZE
2013 Royal Adelaide Wine Show BRONZE
2013 Winestate 3.5 Stars
Tot i no C A BE R N E T SAU V IG NON
2012 Winestate Magazine – 5 Star Rating
2012 2nd Place World’s Greatest Shiraz & Syrah
Wine Challenge
2013 Royal Adelaide Wine Show SILVER
2013 Adelaide Hills Regional Wine Show
SILVER
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Don Totino was born in Marina di Gioiosa
Ionica RC (1950) – Italy
After immigrating to Australia in 1968, at the age of 18
he was the youngest barber in Australia, however he
realised that hair dressing was not for him. He then went
on to own and operate a pizza bar called ‘lick a chic’.
In 1977 he bought Sarti Liqueurs, producing liqueurs
essences, marsala and importing Italian wines and food.
From humble beginnings Festival City has since
expanded into importing and distributing powerhouse
of fine Italian products such as Italian San Daniele
Prosciutto, fresh and matured cheeses, pasta, biscuits and
more recently NZ and Chilean wines just to name a few.
Festival also houses a fine faire of local South
Australian and Australian products, boasting Vine
Valley Vinegar; an established brand for over 100 years
which is proudly still SA owned and made on site in the
newly refurbished bottling line.
The company is today a leading distributor of wines,
spirits, beers and food, supplying up to 80% of the SA
hospitality service; As well as other Australian states
including Victoria and Northern Territory.
In 1998 Don purchased an Adelaide Hills vineyard in the
region of Paracombe, where Totino Estate was born.
The existing vineyards were neglected but with a lot of
passion and determination the vineyards began to grow.
2002 saw the first release of Pinot Grigio and Unwooded
Chardonnay and from there Totino Wines have picked up
over the years numerous awards.
Along with a passion of viticulture, Don is a man who
has dedicated his time to many charitable boards and
social groups such as SPARC and most recently the St
Hilarion Building Fund. He has been an active member of
the Italian Chamber of Commerce since 1986 and board
member since 1995.
His tireless dedication and work for the community as
well as his business savoir faire has not gone unnoticed.
He has been honoured twice by the Italian Government
for both his business and charitable contributions to
the community. First receiving a Knight of the Order
of Merit to the Italian Republic ‘Cavaliere dell’Ordine
al Merito della Repubblica Italiana’ and most recently
‘Commendatore dell’Ordine al Merito della Repubblica
Italiana’, Commander Order of Merit, which is the third
highest honour in the Italian merit ranking.
For service to the Italian community, particularly through
promoting commerce and industry and as a supporter
of a range of charitable organisations Don was also
awarded an OAM, the Medal of the Order of Australia.
Don is married to Connie and they have three children,
Anna, Linda, Francesco, and son-in-laws Laurence Condo
and Chris Jarmer. Don and Connie have three beautiful
granddaughters, Cartia, Alexia and Charlotte and a
The STory behi n d To†ino
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