Rock Faces

DAVID CLARKE AO 1942-2011
Poole's Rock Group founder David Clarke was a passionate vigneron. He was also a prominent Australian business figure, internationally known for his pivotal role in the establishment and success of Macquarie Group Limited. His senior executive roles have encompassed industry, corporate governance, the arts, medical research, and sporting and social responsibility foundations. Educated at University of Sydney (B.Econ (Hons)) and Harvard University (MBA) he holds an honorary Doctorate of Science in Economics (University of Sydney). After a long and brave fight with cancer, David passed away in April 2011.

USHER TINKLER
Chief Winemaker Usher Tinkler was named the Wine Society's 'Rising Star' at the 2008 Hunter Valley Wine Industry Awards and named Young Winemaker of the Year for 2007. He was chosen for the 2007 Len Evans tutorial - an intensive wine assessment course designed to challenge and extend the capacity and knowledge of show circuit judges. In 2008 he participated in the 2008 vintage at Domaine Etienne Sauzet, one of the famed Grand Cru producers of Puligny-Montrachet in Burgundy. His appointment as Chief Winemaker comes after just six vintages and he is now responsible for the making of all three brands in the combined Poole's Rock Wines portfolio. A third generation Hunter winemaker, Usher takes his calling from his grandfather and namesake who established the Tinkler family vineyard in the Hunter Valley in 1943.