5 STAR WINERY RATING – WINE COMPANION
Arras was always an ambitious project. Foolhardy, many would have said back then, just shy of 30 years ago. Ed Carr has certainly proven the detractors wrong, taking on Champagne and proving that Tasmanian sparkling can compete – and triumph – on the world stage. Countless international awards, for both the wines and Carr’s achievements, have more than validated his vision. The sale in 2023 of Arras was one that was warily watched, but the new owner, William Dong of Handpicked Wines (DMG Fine Wine), has committed to not just maintaining but enhancing the program, taking Arras even more assertively to the rest of the world. The current premium releases are some of the best sparkling wines ever made in this country, a testament to Carr’s skill and perseverance, and no doubt a pleasing underwriter for William’s significant commitment. WINE COMPANION
