About Us
Who we are
The Canberra Cellar Door is a project from Emma Shaw, a local winemaker with a passion for sharing the stories of Canberra wines.
Since 2019, Emma has been running wine appreciation classes, guiding students through the world of wine appreciation while showcasing the unique character of the Canberra region – from soils and subregions, to varieties and more. The Canberra Cellar Door is a natural extension of Emma’s often sold-out classes, offering a relaxed tasting environment where you can discover and take home your favourite wines.
From 2025, the Canberra Cellar Door will be popping up in the Canberra and Region Visitor’s Centre. Stop by on a Saturday to taste an evolving and seasonal selection of wines hand-picked by Emma, and enjoy a chat about the region.
What we do
• A welcoming pop-up cellar door every Saturday, featuring a hand-picked range of the region’s wines.
• Wine education and events that bring our region's wine story to life. Discover our upcoming classes here.
• Consultancy and B2B services. Whether you need curation and sourcing for an event, or expert guidance for your establishment's wine list, we're here to help. Our expertise has helped the ACT Government, leading cafés, and accommodation venues. Connect with us here.
Meet the team
Emma Shaw
Since 2019, Emma has run wine appreciation classes, teaching students the fundamentals of wine appreciation and introducing the Canberra region. Emma is a local Canberra winemaker by day, working at Collector Wines, and – at all times – a passionate advocate for the quality and stature of the wines from this region.
Emma’s philosophy is straightforward: wine is meant to be fun. Not snobby, not stuffy, not scary. While you don't need to be an expert to know what you enjoy, she believes that understanding more about a wine can deepen your appreciation for what's in your glass.
Her approach? Quality over quantity. It's about savouring exceptional wines with good food, great company, and creating memorable moments. The Canberra District is producing truly remarkable wines, and Emma is here to help you understand exactly what makes them so special.
Jack Bruce
Jack is a lifelong Canberran with a passion for the region's wines and stories. With a background in wine retail, Jack's enthusiastic and knowledgeable approach will make sure you get the most from your cellar door experience.
Canberra Cellar Door is a proud member and supporter of the Canberra District Wine Industry Association.