Damien grew up in the Yarra Valley on his family’s farm, developing a close relationship with the land from an early age. At 17 he began his first job picking grapes at the prestigious Yarra Yering.

Following harvest, Damien was asked to continue work at the estate, assisting in pruning the vineyard (a task that caused him to think about finding another, much less grueling job).

After several years developing a profound passion for fine wine production under the tutelage of Dr Bailey Carradous, Damien was promoted to Yarra Yering’s Vineyard Manager. It was here that Damien refined his craft in managing vineyards, and in growing some of the highest quality grapes in the Yarra Valley – and indeed the country.

In 2008, Dr Carradous made the recommendation for Damien to be appointed Winemaker and Vineyard Manager at neighbouring Pimpernel Vineyards; and it is here that Damien has excelled.

In collaboration with Dr Mark Horrigan, and through their shared passion for producing classic fine wine using old-world methods, Damien continues to refine his craft and produce unique wines of complexity and distinction

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Mark Horrigan

Fiona Horrigan

Damien Archibald

Adam Morgan

Madeleine Horrigan

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