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From Western Australia’s most awarded winery, comes a new range of wines in The Bandit.

‘The Bandit’ is the name given to Moondyne Joe, Western Australia’s most notorious bushranger of the
1860’s, and these wines are named in memory of a colourful incident at the Houghton winery in 1869.
The infamous serial jailbreaker had been on the run for nearly two years when his capture occurred
during an attempted robbery of the Houghton winery cellar in the Swan Valley.

Moondyne Joe’s plan of wine thievery was well considered. He wore a wheat sack with barrels tied to
the front and back to collect wine, sheepskin-covered boots to hide his tracks and carried an
assortment of tools including skeleton keys in a bag around his neck.

Despite this meticulously planned burglary, the Bandit did not anticipate a group of police investigating
a drowning nearby on the very same evening of his break-in. The winery owner had invited the cold,
tired police officers for a well-deserved drink, only to catch The Bandit red handed.

“Yes, you have got him at last” Moondyne Joe admitted before asking for a drink, since he had not yet
tasted the goods for which he came.

In memory of Moondyne Joe’s lively spirit and fine taste, The Bandit wines are daring blends of
tremendous character - Shiraz Tempranillo, Sauvignon Blanc Pinot Gris and Chardonnay Viognier.

The Bandit Sauvignon Blanc Pinot Gris 2008
Bushranger Moondyne Joe crept into the Houghton cellars wearing sheepskin-wrapped boots. Unfortunately he
was met by some invited guests: a band of thirsty police officers. Aromas of passionfruit, grapefruit and lemon
lead to a juicy palate complemented by hints of nashi pear.

The Bandit Chardonnay Viognier 2008
With a set of skeleton keys, bushranger Moondyne Joe broke into the Houghton cellars. Caught in the act, he
asked his captors for a drink since he’d not yet had time to help himself. Aromas of orange blossom, apricot and lemon carry through to the creamy textural lingering palate.

The Bandit Shiraz Tempranillo 2007
Bushranger Moondyne Joe’s good taste was his undoing. Captured in the Houghton cellars in 1869, he carried a
kit to tap a barrel and liberate four gallons of wine. Aromas of blackberry and cherry lead through to the palate
and are complimented by lingering chocolate box characters.

The Bandit wines are intriguing, aromatic and flavoursome blends crafted from premium Western Australian fruit.

With the Houghton promise of quality, they will be available at good wine merchants and restaurants, without
necessity for stealth and skeleton keys (RRP $19.95)

[Source: press release]