The Kirk Family and Their Wine Farm

Introduction

This is a story about Dr. John Kirk and his son, Tim Kirk. They make wine in Australia. They work together and have a famous business.

Main Body

John Kirk is a scientist. He came from Wales to Australia in 1968. In 1971, he bought land for $9,600. He used this land to start a vineyard. A vineyard is a place where grapes grow for wine. John uses science to make wine. He writes everything down. Tim Kirk started working full-time in 1996. Tim is more creative. He wants the wine to taste special. One day, Tim had a new idea. He mixed two types of grapes: Shiraz and Viognier. John said yes to this idea. This wine became very famous. In 2013, Tim was the Winemaker of the Year. John and Tim are very close. They both believe in God. They eat dinner together every week. John is quiet and likes math. Tim likes to talk to people. They are different, but they help each other.

Conclusion

John and Tim Kirk work well together. They use science and art to make great wine. Their family is now famous around the world.

Vocabulary Learning

famous
well-known by many people著名
Example:Their wine became very famous.
idea
a thought or plan主意
Example:Tim had a new idea for the wine.
land
the ground or soil where things can grow土地
Example:He bought land for $9,600.
make
to create or produce something製作
Example:They make wine in Australia.
work
to do a job or activity工作
Example:Tim started working full-time in 1996.