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Red Gum Lever Press: Industrial Heritage at Bleasdale Winery Weathered timber and corrugated iron frame this historic red gum lever press, a testament to late 19th-century agricultural engineering. Built in 1892, the robust machinery stands sentinel in a rustic winery interior, its substantial wooden frame and metal components telling a story of artisanal wine production. A detailed information placard reveals the press's impressive specifications: standing 23 feet high and capable of handling 3-4 tons, this mechanical marvel represents the innovative spirit of early Australian winemaking. Massive wooden wine barrels marked "Bleasdale" and "Verdelho" dominate the background, their rich timber tones complementing the aged industrial environment. Structural timber posts, rusted machinery components, and a patina of age create a textural landscape that speaks to generations of winemaking craftsmanship. This preserved equipment offers a glimpse into the manual processes that preceded modern wine production, capturing the raw industrial heritage of South Australia's celebrated wine regions.