In 2016, Paisley Wines was created as a result Derek Fitzgerald and Kirsten Harvey’s love affair with the Barossa. Derek’s 25-years of experience with a hands-on approach to grape growing and winemaking has resulted in an expressive portfolio. Together with Kirsten, they have used their mutual passion for music, art and great wine to inspire each range.

Paisley Wines is named after the Scottish town near Glasgow with a history of beautiful textile weaving and the home of Kirsten’s great-great grandfather. The town became famous in the 1800s for making womens shawls in the boteh pattern, which is the pattern we know now as paisley. The name pays homage to family, history and beauty itself.

Paisley Wines offer four distinct ranges; ‘Fabric’, ‘Mixed by DJ Deadly’, and ‘Celtic.’ The ‘Fabric’ label is known for its vibrant label designs with the paisley pattern and sets out to offer bold styles. The ‘Mixed by DJ Deadly’ label reflects Derek’s 90s love-affair with dance parties and techno music and is a nod to his school nickname, Deadly Derek. In his youth, Derek would make CDs of his best DJ mixes for his friends and sign them ‘Mixed by DJ Deadly.’ The range, which includes wines such as Boombox Shiraz and Turntable GSM, are soft on the palate with rich flavours that can be enjoyed now. The premium ‘Celtic’ range is influenced by Derek and Kirsten’s combined Irish and Scottish heritage, and the ‘Texture’ range is focused exclusively on single-vineyard premium Barossa Shiraz.