The 1950s were a fascinating time for Australian wine. Some groundbreaking brands were launched during this decade, from the mass-market Barossa Pearl to the collector’s item Woodley’s Treasure Chest series of Coonawarra reds, both designed by leading Adelaide commercial artist Wytt Morro.

Most of those brands from the 1950s are long forgotten. But two Morro-designed labels, Metala and Chestnut Teal – have recently been rescued from oblivion and brought back to life by new makers.