Pressing Matters

About Pressing Matters

Established in 2002 by winemaker Andrew Hood, Pressing Matters is a highly regarded Tasmanian boutique winery specialising in exceptional cool-climate Riesling and Pinot Noir. Located in the Coal River Valley of Tasmania, the winery is dedicated to producing wines that express the purity, elegance and distinctive character of this remarkable island terroir.

Pressing Matters focuses on meticulous vineyard management, careful site selection and a patient approach to winemaking. The estate’s wines are crafted to reflect the unique qualities of Tasmania’s cool climate, with an emphasis on precision, balance and the ability to develop complexity over time.

The winery is best known for its outstanding Riesling, including the acclaimed R9, R69 and R139 releases, which showcase different vineyard expressions and ageing potential. Pressing Matters also produces elegant Pinot Noir, admired for its finesse, structure and cool-climate character.

With a philosophy centred on quality, patience and minimal intervention, Pressing Matters has earned a strong reputation among Australian wine enthusiasts and collectors. Its wines demonstrate the exceptional potential of Tasmanian vineyards and represent some of Australia’s finest examples of cool-climate winemaking.