Lucas Restaurants has solidified its reputation in the wine and spirits industry.

Cinching four major awards at the World of Fine Wine Awards for the Australasia division. Announced on Thursday, 11th July, these accolades underscore the dedication and expertise of the Lucas Restaurants team.

Celebrating Talent and Dedication

Society, located at 80 Collins St, Melbourne, emerged as the most awarded restaurant. It won Best New Wine List, Best Long Wine List, and Best Spirits Selection. Grill Americano also excelled, winning Best By-the-Glass Wine List with Coravin®. These awards reflect the hard work and exceptional skills of the sommeliers and mixologists at Lucas Restaurants.

Passion Drives Success

Loïc Avril, Head of Wine at Lucas Restaurants, expressed his pride, saying, “Our success at the World of Fine Wine Awards is due to our team’s dedication and talent. Society’s wine program is one of the most comprehensive in Australia, showcasing our passion for collecting and sharing the finest wines from around the globe.”

The 10,000-bottle cellar at Society has been curated meticulously over decades. The award for Best New Wine List recognises the effort in establishing this extensive cellar program since Society’s opening. The Best Long Wine List award celebrates Society’s collection, featuring over 500 wines.

High Spirits

The Lounge at Society also stands out with its award-winning spirits program. Offering a succinct cocktail list that highlights classic and timeless designs. This focus on quality and simplicity ensures each cocktail is crafted to perfection by the talented team of mixologists.

Chris Lucas, owner of Lucas Restaurants, remarked, “Loïc Avril and his team are the most talented in the world. Society’s wine list reflects my personal wine collection journey over decades. Having it recognised on such a prestigious stage is an honour.”

Award Categories Detailed

• Best New Wine List: Society Restaurant – This award highlights the effort in creating a new cellar program, showcasing a well-rounded and extensive wine list.
• Best Long Wine List: Society Restaurant – Given for featuring more than 500 wines, this award allows sommeliers to showcase extensive collections built over many years.
• Best Spirits Selection: Society Restaurant – Celebrating the range and quality of spirits that enhance the dining experience, this award recognises establishments excelling in sourcing top-tier spirits.
• Best By-the-Glass Wine List with Coravin®: Grill Americano – This award acknowledges wine lists that use the Coravin® system to offer a broad range of wines by the glass, enhancing variety and vintage selections for diners.

Lucas Restaurants’ achievements at the World of Fine Wine Awards highlight their commitment to excellence and their significant presence in Australia’s fine dining scene.