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Winery Spotlight: Andrew Duff of Briar Ridge

Episode Summary

Our first winery guest takes a seat at the table. Andrew Duff (or Duffy as we like to call him) is the winemaker and general manager at Briar Ridge in the Hunter Valley. In this episode, he chats with Hugh about his path into wine, the varieties he’s most excited about, and how simple ideas can make the biggest impact. It’s a great episode for anyone juggling wine and marketing.

Episode Notes

Winemaker. General manager. All-round legend. Andrew Duff has done it all, and in this chat, he shares what he’s learned along the way. From brewing beer in boarding school to leading the team at Briar Ridge in the Hunter Valley, Duff reflects on the moments that shaped his winemaking journey and what’s driving innovation today. He and Hugh talk about cellar door surprises, the rise of new varietals, and how to keep things simple when you’re running a small team.


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