Laying the Groundwork for Winemaking in Australia

The transcript narrates the history of a vineyard established by Henry in 1854, named Yule, after a village in England. Henry developed the vineyard and won awards for his work. His son Frank expanded the business, marrying Violet Ayliff and building underground cellars. An unexpected Swiss winemaker contributed significantly to the vineyard's success. Frank's sudden death in 1913 marked a challenging period for the business.

What year did Henry buy more land on the other side of Morfoot Rd.?

What did Henry name the land he bought, and what was the significance of that name?

What were some of the achievements of the Yule Vineyard during Henry's and Frank's time?

What types of grapes were grown in the vineyard, and what were they used for?

Who took over the vineyard after Henry, and what contributions did he make?

Describe the unexpected visitor that arrived at the family home.

What impact did Frank's death have on the family business?