COONAWARRA \ Little Black Book
COONAWARRA \ Little Black Book
A small strip of land in the heart of the Limestone Coast in South Australia. Together our landscape, our people and our passion, work in harmony to create a signature wine region that delivers on a myriad of levels - producing wines that unmistakably speak of their place and reflect the character of their makers.
It’s a place that gets under your skin, leaving an indelible mark, for those who choose it as home and for those who keep coming back.
We invite you to Take the Time... Visit. Savour. Indulge. You’ll smell it, taste it and experience it for yourself.
COONAWARRA \
Think Coonawarra, and thoughts of sumptuous reds spring to mind – from the rich rust-coloured Terra Rossa soil for which it’s internationally recognized, to the prized red wines that have made it famous.
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There are the ruddy cheeks of those who tend the vines; the crimson sunsets that sweep across a vast horizon; and of course, there’s the fiery passion in the veins of our vignerons and winemakers. Almost a million years ago, an ocean teeming with sea-life lapped at the feet of the ancient Kanawinka Escarpment. Then came an ice age, and the great melt that followed led to the creation of the chalky white bedrock which is the foundation of this unique region.
But nature had not finished, for with her winds, rain and sand she blanketed the plain with a soil rich in iron, silica and nutrients, to become one of the most renowned terroir soils in the world.
Long and narrow, this celebrated ridge of earth, together with pure underground water, cool nights and a long, mild growing season, is nature’s gift to wine lovers across the globe. This precious parcel of land is some of the most valuable agricultural land in the nation, and recognised as Australia’s premier red wine region, contributing fruit to some of the finest wines in the world.
But of course, it took human spirit and ingenuity to bottle it, and like all great appellations, the wines of Coonawarra speak not just of the famous terroir, but also of the local community and people who give these wines their character.
It began in 1890 with John Riddoch’s first plantings of vines, then carried into the next century by the Redman Family, and later by Wynns in 1951. These names are still revered, and their vision and heritage is proudly upheld by the world-class wineries which now call Coonawarra home.
Today, new generations of old winemaking families toil alongside an influx of fresh talent to ensure the spirit of the Coonawarra wine region continues to thrive. It is a community that’s vibrant, passionate, sophisticated and unique – one that honours tradition while embracing innovation and nurturing sustainable viticulture for the future.
At vintage, every picker, cellar-hand and winemaker devotes the same commitment to nurturing each parcel of delicate fruit and crafting them into wines of exceptional distinction that lend themselves perfectly to maturing in the cellar before flowing lusciously from bottle to decanter to glass.
Many of our wines, including our celebrated Cabernet Sauvignon, not only taste exceptional when young, but also cellar brilliantly. The ageability of Coonawarra wines are world class – a fact endorsed by generations of collectors around the world.
Together, our landscape, our people and our passion work in harmony to create a signature wine region that delivers on a myriad of levels. The cool climate Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Chardonnay and Riesling have made Coonawarra one of the New World’s greatest appellations.
Take the time to savour our wines. Smell it, taste it and experience it for yourself.
COONAWARRA \ Our Story
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Geelong 1 hr 75 47
Queenscli� 1 hr 30 mins 105 66
Torquay 1 hr 20 mins 98 61
Lorne 2 hrs 135 84
Apollo Bay 3 hrs 179 112
Port Campbell 4 hrs 30 mins (via Great Ocean Rd) 279 174
3 hrs (via Colac) 220 137
Warrnambool 5 hrs 30 mins 345 216
3 hrs 30 mins (via Colac) 265 166
Ballarat 1 hr 30 mins 112 70
Great Western 2 hrs 45 mins 220 137
Halls Gap 3 hrs 5 mins 250 156
Mt Gambier 8 hrs (via Great Ocean Rd) 505 316
6 hrs (via Princes Hwy) 465 290
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Halls Gap 2 hrs 160 100
Port Fairy 20 mins 30 19
Portland 1 hr 30 mins 95 41
Ballarat 2 hrs 175 109
Adelaide 7 hrs 580 362
Halls Gap Ballarat 1 hr 45 mins 135 84
Dunkeld 45 mins 65 41
Melbourne 3 hrs 15 mins 250 156
Adelaide 5 hrs 30 mins 500 312
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Birdwood 1 hr 46 29
Murray Bridge 1 hr 78 49
Mannum1 hr 30 mins (via Birdwood)
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Bordertown 3 hrs 271 169
McLaren Vale 30 mins 50 31
Cape Jervis 1 hr 30 mins 107 67
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Wellington 4 hrs 227 142
Goolwa 5 hrs 311 194
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Goolwa Victor Harbor 15 mins 18 11
Hahndorf 45 mins 53 33
Cape Jervis 1 hr 79 49
McLaren Vale 30 mins 40 25
Adelaide 1 hr 83 52
Cape Jervis Kangaroo Island 45 mins (via ferry) - -
Kingscote Penneshaw 45 mins 58 36
Seal Bay CP 45 mins 60 37
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Adelaide 3 hrs 165 103
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Daily direct flights from Adelaide and Melbourne to Mount Gambier
Coonawarra is located half way between Melbourne and Adelaide.
Coonawarra to...Naracoorte 28km Adelaide 375km Mt Gambier 52km Melbourne 450km
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Balnaves of CoonawarraEstablished: 1990
Winery & Cellar Door Address:15517 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia 5263
Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, Weekends & Public Holidays 12 - 5pm
Telephone: +61 8 8737 2946Email: [email protected] www.balnaves.com.au
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Coonawarra is located half waybetween Melbourne and Adelaide.
*Some cellar doors provide food options. Some are by appointment only. Refer to individual listings. Refer to larger Coonawarra Wine Trail Map or view at www.coonawarra.org
The Balnaves family settled in the Penola / Coonawarra area in 1855 and have been working in the wine industry since the 1970’s. Our vineyards are situated on a shallow ridge at the southern end of the Terra Rossa strip. The vineyards are now 20 - 40 years old, balanced and producing deeply flavoured small berry fruit. Complex and structured with careful attention to detail working with fruit, oak and tannin integration, our wines represent complex and individual expressions of Coonawarra.
Linger at the cellar door and enjoy a cheese board filled with selected cheeses and seasonal produce. In summer, relax on the deck overlooking the pond, borrow a picnic rug and laze on the lawn or sit amongst our 1,000 roses. In winter, relax by the fire inside with a glass of one of our award winning wines.
Highlights include:
• James Halliday 5 star winery rating for 16 consecutive years
• Langton’s V 2010 & VI 2014 - The Tally listed as Outstanding
• 2014 James Halliday’s Top 100 Wineries
• 2010 Tri-Nations Cabernet Sauvignon Trophy
• 2008 James Halliday’s Winery of the Year
• 2007 Jeremy Oliver’s Wine of the Year
• 2005 Qantas / Gourmet Traveller Winemaker of the year
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Blok Estate CoonawarraEstablished: 1998
Winery & Cellar Door Address:15535 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Dec - Mar: Mon - Sun 10am - 5pm, Apr - Nov: Thurs - Mon 10am - 4pm
Telephone: +61 8 8737 2734Fax: +61 8 8737 2994Email: [email protected]
www.blok.com.au
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Comments: The Blok Estate Coonawarra was established in 1998 with the cellar door taking up residence in an old homestead in world class wine region Coonawarra.
Owned and operated by the Trotter family since 2005. One of the smallest wineries in Coonawarra a visit to The Blok Estate cellar door is a great experience, friendly and relaxed.
Focusing on traditional varietals such as Sparkling Pinot Chardonnay, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Cabernet Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon wines are always released later with some age. Current red vintages in cellar door are often 5 or more years old, showing their true potential.
Whilst the varietals are traditional, The Blok Estate Coonawarra loves bucking the trend, releasing wines later and proudly producing some award winning whites, namely Riesling, in a predominately red wine region. Often in cellar door you will find a few aged Rieslings available to taste as well.
The Blok Estate Coonawarra is well worth a visit when you are next in Coonawarra.
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Banks Thargo WinesEstablished: 1990
Winery & Cellar Door Address:207 Racecourse Rd, Penola, South Australia 5277
Opening Hours: By Appointment
Telephone: +61 8 8736 3313Fax: +61 8 8736 3312Email: [email protected]
Comments: Banks Thargo Wines, located on the eastern side of Coonawarra, was established in 1990. The vineyard, which surrounds the picturesque Penola Racecourse, has plantings of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay.
One of the smallest wine producers in Coonawarra, Banks Thargo Wines is entirely family owned and currently run with three generations of Kidman family involved.
Our aim is to consistently produce quality wines with strong varietal flavours and intense colours.
We achieve this by keeping our cropping levels low by hand pruning and of course a little help with Coonawarra’s cool climate and famous Terra Rossa soil.
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Brand’s Laira CoonawarraEstablished: 1966
Winery & Cellar Door Address:14860 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9am - 4.30pm, Weekends & Public Holidays 11am - 4pm
Closed: Christmas Day & Good Friday
Telephone: +61 8 8736 3260Email: [email protected]
www.brandslaira.com.au
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Comments: Brand’s Laira – Rated a ‘5 star winery’ by James Halliday. Brand’s Laira is an iconic winery, nestled in the heart of the famed “terra rossa” strip of the Coonawarra region in South Australia. Steeped in heritage with a wealth of old vine vineyards dating back to 1893, Brand’s Laira offers a range of elegant yet richly flavoured premium wines from this distinct region.
Our winemaking philosophy is simple; we source the best possible fruit and use our unrivalled knowledge of the land and winemaking expertise to create world renowned wines in true Coonawarra style.
“To me making wine is much like cooking where it is the final balance of components that make the meal or wine a winning combination.” Peter Weinberg, Chief Winemaker.
The full range of Brand’s Laira wines are available for complimentary tasting at the Cellar Door; award winning Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Riesling, Chardonnay, Rose and a Bordeaux Blend (Cabernet, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot).
Guests can pre-order a delicious Ploughman’s platter for $25pp, which includes a glass of wine. Platters can be enjoyed in Eric Brand’s personal cellar, or on our beautiful lawns. Alternatively, we invite you to bring a picnic.
The team look forward to welcoming you and giving you a taste of the real Coonawarra.
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Bowen EstateEstablished: 1972
Winery & Cellar Door Address:15459 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm, Sat - Sun 10am - 4pm
Telephone: +61 8 8737 2229Fax: +61 8 8737 2173Email: [email protected]
www.bowenestate.com.au
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Comments: Owned and operated by the Bowen family, Bowen Estate lies towards the southern end of the famous Coonawarra strip.
Established in 1972 on prime terra rossa soil, all our vines are individually hand pruned ensuring maximum grape quality for our select range of fine wines.
The wines we produce consistently reflect the true characteristics of Coonawarra with each exhibiting strong varietal aromas, generous flavours and soft balanced tannins.
Bowen Estate’s three wines, Chardonnay, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, all show the hallmarks of the winemaking and viticultural skills of Doug Bowen and his daughter Emma and have become ‘classic coonawarra’ ™ benchmarks.
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DiGiorgio Family WinesEstablished: 1998
Winery & Cellar Door Address:14918 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours:Mon - Sun 10am - 5pm, including Public Holidays
Telephone: +61 8 8736 3222Fax: +61 8 8736 3233Email: [email protected]
www.digiorgio.com.au
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Comments: The DiGiorgio family had a vision to produce the highest quality wines from their estate grown fruit and in March 2002, acquired the second oldest winery in the heart of Coonawarra, previously known as Rouge Homme. This has provided the family with a wonderful production facility and a centrally located cellar door. It has a blend of new and old technology allowing the family to produce premium hand crafted wines. This commitment has been rewarded by winning numerous awards and a 5 Star Winery Rating.
In addition to producing premium wines from Coonawarra and Lucindale, the DiGiorgio family sources specific varietal fruit from different areas of the Limestone Coast where they believe the terroir is best suited to the variety. These wines make up the Renaissance Range and are a selection of varieties specially chosen to demonstrate the versatility of the region and the passion and ambition of our winemakers.
When visiting the cellar door you will have the opportunity to taste premium wines from our extensive portfolio, olive oil and local cheese. The outdoor seating area is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine with a “Pick Your Own Produce” platter with family and friends.
Bundalong CoonawarraEstablished: 1989
Vineyard Address:Pahl Road, Coonawarra, South Australia
Wine Enquiries: Telephone: +61 8 8205 3311Fax: +61 8 8205 3300Email: [email protected] www.bundalongcoonawarra.com.au
Comments: Bundalong has been in the Porter family for over 65 years. An old shallow quarry with exposed red top soil suggested the presence of Coonawarra’s world renowned terra rossa soil and led us to plant vines. The first Cabernet Sauvignon was planted in 1989 followed by Shiraz.
Originally all grapes were sold to the largest buyer in Coonawarra, with some blocks being graded in the top 5%.
The objective has always been quality rather than quantity. In 2008 we produced our first premium wines which scored a 5 star ranking by Halliday. We restrict our vintages to our very good years and our next vintage, 2012 received 95 points from Halliday.
Our intimate knowledge of the vineyard enables us to manage the soil and microclimate to carefully balance the canopy and crop to produce a layering of flavours.
Our current vintage is our 2014 limited release single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.
We use specially selected parcels of fruit matured in French oak.
To order or to be put on our mailing list please visit our website.
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Hoggies Estate WinesEstablished: 1992
Wine Enquiries: +61 418 854 102
Opening Hours: By Appointment
Telephone: +61 418 854 102Fax: +61 8 8736 3363Email: [email protected] www.hoggieswine.com
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Comments: Our philosophy is summed up by Gavin (Hoggie) … “the hallmarks for a successful wine brand are consistency, approachability, drinkability and great value for money.”
In his quest to pursue these attributes, the Hoggies label was born.
Clearly the key individual in the team is Gavin as Chief Winemaker and whose oversight in viticulture and final blends is critical.
He has phenomenal support from his wife Julie who keeps a keen eye on the Coonawarra vineyard, and his brother Barry who oversees the company’s vineyard interests in Mildura, and Victoria. Children Alana (Gardini), Christopher and Stephanie all chip in when required.
Russell Badham is responsible for Export Marketing and Sales whilst Adam Gardini is the driving force behind the establishment and maintenance of our website and digital media.
Our latest addition to the team is Keith Wilkens, a qualified Winemaker, who is responsible for logistics, packaging and inventory management, and a valuable assistant to Gavin in the winemaking department.
Highbank VineyardsEstablished: 1986
Wine Enquiries:11 Maaoupe Road & Riddoch Highway Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: By Appointment
Telephone: 1800 653 311 (Australia toll free) or +61 8 8736 3311Fax: +61 8 8736 3122Email: [email protected]
www.highbank.com.au
Comments: Highbank Vineyards are located on the high banks of the classic terra rossa soil - each with stunning central locations.
We have had an excellent reputation now for 20 vintages, producing high quality wines as the “Artisan of Coonawarra”.
Our wines are now available in the finest restaurants in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Canberra and Adelaide.
Our wines are also exported to the following world cities: London, New York, San Francisco, Chicago, Singapore, Hong Kong, Amsterdam, Brussels, Cologne, Shanghai, Beijing, Chongqing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Dalian, Taiwan, Tokyo, Bangkok, Vancouver, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Florence, and Rome.
Highbank Vineyards also offers fantastic 4.5 star rated accommodation (refer to the latter section of book).
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Ius WinesEstablished: 2013
Company Address: Ius International Pty Ltd, 29/239 Magill Road Maylands SA 5069
Vineyard Address: 11 Mary Street Coonawarra SA 5263
Telephone: +61 488 771 046 or 1300 487 946Email: [email protected] www.iuswines.com.au
Comments: Ius Wines strive to deliver the highest quality wines focussing on its regionality, the purity of the produce and the environment. ‘Ius’ is derived from the Latin word for Law and also ‘Dionysus’ the Eternal God of the grape harvest, winemaking and wine, symbolised by the grapevine.
Ius Wines aims to promote the benefits of local produce grown in such pristine natural environments and the health benefits that this can bring.
Based in Coonawarra, the Ius Wines portfolio also includes wines sourced from throughout the Limestone Coast and many of South Australia’s other premium wine growing regions; showcasing the diversity of the state and the distinctive flavours and styles which are the hallmarks of each environment.
Each wine highlights its provenance and the purity of its environment and aims to set the benchmark for quality and style.
In partnership with renowned winemakers, the Brand Family of Coonawarra, Ius Wines combines extensive business experience within the Asia Pacific region with the knowledge gained from over 100 years of high quality wine making.
Ius Wines - fine Australian wine delivering quality, provenance and purity from its source.
Hollick EstatesEstablished: 1983
Winery & Cellar Door Address: Cnr Ravenswood Lane & Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm, Sat - Sun & Public Holidays 10am - 5pm
Telephone: +61 8 8737 2318Fax: +61 8 8737 2952Email: [email protected]
www.hollick.com
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Comments: Hollick Estates is a boutique winery located on the famed terra rossa soils of Coonawarra. Hollick are renowned for their extensive range of premium table wines and the icon wines they produce such as Ravenswood Cabernet Sauvignon, Wilgha Shiraz and Neilson’s Block Merlot.
Established in 1983, they are well known for the food friendly wines which they produce. Add to this their range of alternative varietals such as Barbera and Tempranillo which they are making from the fruit grown on their Wrattonbully vineyard, a selection of which can be sampled when visiting their Cellar Door.
Upstairs at Hollick is the name of their modern restaurant which has panoramic views across the Coonawarra vineyards and a peek into their barrel shed. The restaurant serves modern Australian cuisine, a must visit destination for lunch when visiting the Coonawarra.
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Jim Brand WinesEstablished: 2005
Wine Enquiries: 11 Mary Street, Coonawarra, South Australia 5263
Telephone: +61 488 771 046Email: [email protected]
www.jimbrandwines.com.au
Comments: A tribute to the late Jim Brand, an award winning winemaker who lost his battle with cancer in July 2005 at only 52 years of age. Jim Brand was born into the third generation of an Australian winemaking legacy with his family name synonymous with the world renowned Coonawarra region.
His life was dedicated to producing iconic wines from his family’s famous vineyards, with a passion and sincerity which is evident in every glass. His passion spoke much louder than his words, his influence felt long since his time passed.
These wines are his family’s commitment to keeping his memory alive, through producing iconic Coonawarra wines with the elegance and style that Jim was famous for.
Jack EstateEstablished: 2011
Winery Address:15025 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: By Appointment & Special Events
Telephone: +61 8 8736 3130Fax: +61 8 8736 3163Email: [email protected]
www.jackestate.com
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Comments: Jack Estate is situated in the heart of the famed Coonawarra terra rossa strip, where it is one of the region’s promising new wineries.
Although the winery site, originally part of John Riddoch’s Penola Fruit Growing Colony, is steeped in history, winemaker Shannon Sutherland is passionate about bringing consumers a more modern expression of Coonawarra terroir.
Shannon chooses only the highest quality fruit whilst utilising new technologies coupled seamlessly with traditional techniques.
This, combined with identification of the unique characteristics of each small parcel of fruit, and tailoring the wine production to enhance, support, and maximise the retention of this individuality, allow for the creation of the award winning Jack Estate range of wines.
Jack Estate premium wines exude origin, class, and confidence; and are for wine lovers to enjoy long into the future.
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Kidman WinesEstablished: 1971
Winery & Cellar Door Address:Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 10am - 5pm
Telephone: +61 8 8736 5071Fax: +61 8 8736 5070Email: [email protected]
www.kidmanwines.com.au
Comments: Sid Kidman planted the first vines on his family property in 1971 and has been managing the vineyard ever since.
The vineyards form part of the famous Coonawarra district, which is located in the south east corner of South Australia.
The vineyard has grown to 17 hectares. The vines are hand pruned which enhances the probability of low yields, enabling minimum interference in vine management.
The Cellar Door is housed in the old stables on the Kidman property - Limestone Ridge. The stables were built in 1859 and are a great link with the district’s history.
The wines produced are Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc.
The company is now run by Suzie and Sid Kidman and their son, George. He becomes the fourth generation of the Kidman family to farm at Limestone Ridge.
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Katnook EstateEstablished: 1979
Winery & Cellar Door Address:Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm, Sat - Sun 12pm - 5pm
Telephone: +61 8 8737 0300Fax: +61 8 8737 0330Email: [email protected]
www.katnookestate.com.au
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Comments: Rich in history and tradition, Katnook Estate’s vineyards span 198 hectares of prime terra rossa soil. For over 35 years, Katnook’s senior winemaker, Wayne Stehbens has crafted wines from fruit with intense varietal and regional integrity. These include the iconic Odyssey Cabernet Sauvignon and Prodigy Shiraz, our flagship Katnook Estate range and contemporary Katnook Founder’s Block label. Katnook wines have garnered countless international and Australian awards including the prestigious Jimmy Watson Trophy – twice. Currently three Katnook wines are listed in the prestigious Langton’s VI Classification of Australian wine.
A visit to Katnook Estate will give you more than a tasting through delicious wines - it’s also a journey through a century of winemaking history. Katnook is the oldest existing winery in the region and John Riddoch’s beautiful historic buildings have been converted into our Cellar Door. Visit and enjoy a free personalised tasting of Katnook’s award winning wines and sample a delicious selection of cheese and local produce.
Adjacent to Cellar Door is our ‘terra rossa pit’, where you can see Coonawarra’s famous soil profile and learn why it is so important to wine flavour. You are welcome to bring your own picnic and enjoy in our dedicated outdoor area overlooking the vines, or in winter, relax in our comfortable lounge area, with an open fire.
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Koonara WinesEstablished: 1992
Winery & Cellar Door Address:44 Church Street, Penola, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Thurs 10am - 5pm, Fri - Sat 10am - 6pm, Sun 10am - 4pm
Telephone: +61 8 8737 3222Fax: +61 8 8737 3220Email: [email protected]
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Comments: Koonara is the name of the Reschke family property in Coonawarra, where they have lived for over 100 years.
Koonara Wines is a family business owned and run by Dru and Nicole Reschke.
Koonara keep yields low and produce small grapes with intense flavour. All of their red wines are aged in 100% fine-grain French Oak barrels. They also believe in a sustainable future, with all their vineyards practicing organic viticulture.
They were awarded a “Five Star Winery” rating again in the James Halliday 2015 Wine Companion, and were reviewed as “one of the best wineries in Coonawarra… a real highlight and a must to check out” from the West Australian.
Drop into their cellar door on the main street of Penola for a diverse food and wine experience, with organic teas, olive oils and local produce for tasting.
Ladbroke Grove WinesEstablished: 1982
Wine Enquiries:PO Box 320, Coonawarra, South Australia 5263
Telephone: 0417 855 495, 0401 054 225Email: [email protected] [email protected]
www.ladbrokegrove.com.au
Comments: Ladbroke Grove is a boutique winery which since its establishment in 1982 has been creating premium wines of an exceptional standard.
The unique soil and climatic conditions of Coonawarra, innovative vineyard management techniques, and a state of the art Winery (built in 2010) has resulted in producing a range of wines of uncompromising quality. Ladbroke Grove has enjoyed success with their wines, both domestically and internationally, and numerous awards and multiple trophies are a testament to this.
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Leconfield WinesEstablished: 1974
Winery & Cellar Door Address:15454 Riddoch Highway, Penola SA 5277
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 10am - 4.30pm, Sat - Sun & Public Holidays 11am - 4pm
Telephone: +61 8 8737 2326Fax: +61 8 8737 2285Email: [email protected]
www.leconfieldwines.com.au
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Comments: Sydney Hamilton (1898-1987) was a noted Australian oenologist, with a winemaking career spanning nearly 60 years.
In 1974, at 76 years of age, he selected a fine piece of ‘Terra Rossa’ country at Coonawarra to fulfill a life’s ambition, to grow and produce a classic Australian Cabernet Sauvignon.
He named the estate Leconfield, after his English ancestor, Lord Leconfield, and set about establishing a remarkable reputation for Leconfield Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon.
In 1981 Uncle Sydney retired, and his nephew Dr Richard Hamilton purchased the company, retaining this gem of the Australian Wine Industry in family hands.
The 43.7 hectare vineyard produces fruit with distinctive regional character.
The winemaking team of Paul Gordon and Tim Bailey are injecting passion and inspiration into the Leconfield range of wines, producing outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet / Merlot, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Riesling, Chardonnay, Sparkling Shiraz and Sparkling Chardonnary Pinot Noir.
Lindeman’s CoonawarraEstablished: 1965
Vineyard Address:Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Wine Enquiries:Telephone: +61 2 4993 3700Email: [email protected]
www.lindemans.com
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Comments: Lindeman’s has a long history in the Coonawarra district through buying wines for blending in the 1950’s and then formally arrived in Coonawarra with the purchase of the Rouge Homme winery and its’ vineyards and land in 1965.
Since then Lindeman’s has expanded their vineyard holdings on Terra Rossa soil in central Coonawarra to include the vineyards of St George, Limestone Ridge and Nursery.
From these vineyards we produce the Coonawarra benchmark wines of St George Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Limestone Ridge Vineyard Shiraz Cabernet and Pyrus Cabernet blend with each wine being distinctive and showing its sense of place.
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Majella Wines OtteliaEstablished: 1991
Winery & Cellar Door Address:Lynn Road, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 10am - 4.30pm
Closed: Good Friday & Christmas Day
Telephone: +61 8 8736 3055Fax: +61 8 8736 3057Email: [email protected]
www.majellawines.com.au
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Established: 1993
Cellar Door Address:Memorial Drive Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: 10am - 4pm
Telephone: +61 8 8736 3170 or +61 409 836 289Email: [email protected]
www.ottelia.com.au
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Comments: Majella Wines, located in the centre of the famous Coonawarra red strip is one of Australia’s most awarded small wineries, boasting a 5 star rating with James Halliday- Australian Wine Companion.
Majella is owned and operated by the Lynn family who have been residents of the Penola – Coonawarra district for five generations, starting off as blacksmiths, wheelwrights, storekeepers and finally, graziers.
In 1968 Brian (Prof) and Anthony Lynn started planting a vineyard on the Coonawarra property that their parents had purchased back in 1960. At that stage the property was used for prime lamb production, but a decision was made to convert a lovely “terra rossa” bank on the front of the farm into vineyards. Eventually the size of the vineyards grew to 60 hectares consisting of the Shiraz planted in 1968, the famous Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon planted in 1970, followed by Merlot and Riesling.
The remainder of the land is still used for sheep grazing, mostly for prime lamb production with the rest purely for wool, you’ll spot the sheep grazing amongst our vineyards in the off season.
Over the past years Majella has made every effort to become somewhat ecofriendly, with a large solar power expansion and collection of rain water to limit our water usage. All our current release wines are vegan friendly too.
It was only ever supposed to be temporary. John and Melissa Innes moved to the iconic Coonawarra region twenty-nine years ago intending to, in John’s words, “stay a little while”.
They bought a parcel of land ringed by tall Red Gum Eucalypts, and with natural wetlands dotted with Ottelia Ovalifolia, a native water lily. In 1993 they planted 2 Ha of Cabernet Sauvignon and over the next 3 years expanded the vineyard to 9 Ha. All these years later John and Melissa are still there.
John spent more than twenty years working within the Coonawarra region as a winemaker. He and Melissa then turned their energy towards their own projects; the restaurant Fodder and the wine label Ottelia.
Introducing Drink Ottelia + Eat Fodder, walk in and taste the growing portfolio of wine alongside wood fired sourdough pizzas and seasonal dishes made with fresh veggies from the Fodder | Ottelia garden.
The wine making team at Majella consists of Bruce Gregory, who has been our winemaker since 1991, the year of our first official release. Michael Marcus joined the team in 2008 and with him a new wealth of experience to make one of the best winemaking teams around. Our modern cellar door sales was built in 1995 and is open daily*, you’ll find on tasting our full range of Majella wines including our very popular sparkling Shiraz and our flagship wine, The Malleea.
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Parker Coonawarra EstateEstablished: 1985
Winery & Cellar Door Address:Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 10am - 4pm
Telephone: +61 8 8737 3525Fax: +61 8 8737 3527Email: [email protected]
www.parkercoonawarraestate.com.au
Comments: Parker Coonawarra Estate was established in 1985 by John and Faye Parker after a career long interest in the region. Their vision was to create the most faithful expression of Cabernet Sauvignon from the celebrated terra rossa over limestone soils of Coonawarra. Parker Estate remains committed to building on this original ethos, to combine the best vines, with the best soil, from the best growing region, without compromise.
Our 20Ha estate ‘Abbey’ vineyard is located upon the famed ‘cigar strip’ of terra rossa soil in southern Coonawarra; where Cabernet Sauvignon is predominant. There are also small pockets of Merlot and Petit Verdot which are often included in the final blend of our premium First Growth. The Cabernet Sauvignon is planted to Reynella vine selection; original cuttings from Bordeaux, sourced before Phylloxera decimated the vineyards throughout France in the late 1800’s.
Parker Coonawarra Estate maintains a five star Halliday rating, whilst also receiving Langton’s Classification V for Excellence – one of only 123 Australian wineries to be awarded such.
Patrick of CoonawarraEstablished: 2004
Winery & Cellar Door Address:15598 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 10am - 5pm
Telephone: +61 8 8737 3687Fax: +61 8 8737 3689Email: [email protected]
www.patrickofcoonawarra.com
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Comments: Patrick of Coonawarra was established by celebrated winemaker Patrick Tocaciu. During a decorated career spanning more than three decades, he has celebrated international accolades while working as chief winemaker for several major labels.
The focus then switched to fulfilling a more personal goal in the establishment of the family owned and operated Patrick of Coonawarra, in 2004. Patrick’s eldest son, Luke, has now taken over the family business and continues the tradition of crafting award winning wines.
Only the highest quality fruit is sourced from their estate owned and managed vineyards, ensuring an unwavering commitment to quality and delivering hand crafted, premium wines with regionality and personality.
Our flagship range of wines from the Coonawarra vineyards include our Grande Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Home Block Cabernet Sauvignon & Aged Riesling. Our Wrattonbully vineyards are made up of six grape varieties, and are fast becoming known for producing outstanding wines, including trophy winning Rieslings.
Patrick of Coonawarra is also home to Applelation Apple Cider, made by winemaker Luke Tocaciu.
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Penley EstateEstablished: 1988
Winery & Cellar Door Address:McLeans Road, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 10am - 4pm
Telephone: +61 8 8736 3211Fax: +61 8 8736 3124Email: [email protected]
www.penley.com.au
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Comments: We’ve taken the old Roller and painted it red. To make it go faster, to be fun and breezy. So that everyone can enjoy the ride. And appreciate the timelessness of a new beginning.
We are the pedigree that’s been let off the leash. To run, discover and play. To be brought to life. We are the wines with carefree souls; the wines for now and the wines for later. We are the vibrancy of the terra rossa, celebrating the fruit and honouring the vine.
Our wine maker Kate Goodman is regarded as one of Australia’s best contemporary winemakers.
Kate is creating wines with freshness and vibrancy – seeking structure and expression of fruit – while still retaining varietal integrity.
All of our wines are truly estate grown and our vineyards are the pride of everything we do.
We seek balance and take a very holistic approach to our viticultural practices.
Seeking to create a balance between the soil and the vine.
We are contemporary Coonawarra.
PetalumaEstablished: 1976
Vineyard Address:Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Winery & Cellar Door Address:254 Pfeiffer Road, Woodside SA 5244
Telephone: +61 8 8339 9300Email: [email protected]
www.petaluma.com.au
Comments: Petaluma was founded in 1976 with the focused objective to produce ultra-premium wines by carefully selecting the best sites within a particular Australian region suited to a chosen variety.
Petaluma set its sights on Coonawarra for the specific purpose of growing world class, elegant and long-lived Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Situated at the heart of Coonawarra’s highly prized strip of warm, friable red clay (Terra Rossa), the Evans Vineyard was purchased in 1978 from the late Australian wine legend, Len Evans.
1983 saw Petaluma additionally establish the Sharefarmers Vineyard and both are hand pruned, with vertical trellising used in closely spaced rows.
Over almost four decades, the hallmark yellow label has come to represent Australian wine of refined elegance.
Under the direction of veteran Petaluma winemaker Andrew Hardy, Petaluma Coonawarra is well established as a New World classic and acclaimed by collectors, with a long term rating of Excellent in the Langton’s Classification of Australian wine.
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Raidis EstateEstablished: 2006
Winery & Cellar Door Address:15741 Riddoch Highway, Penola, South Australia
Opening Hours: Nov - Mar: Thurs - Mon 12pm - 6pm Apr - Oct: Fri - Mon 12pm - 5pm, All other times by appointment
Telephone: +61 8 8737 2966Email: [email protected]
www.raidis.com.au
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Comments: We reckon most things in life are better when they’re shared.
At our place, that’s done over the table - loaded with backyard produce, a bottle or two of good wine and surrounded by family and friends.
Our two sites feature both the young and the old; regional classics Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Merlot along with Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris.
Through the winter months, the vines share our land with a small trip of goats who maintain the rows, doing their bit to contribute to our micro-climate.
Two lemon trees, 20 apple trees, 300 strawberry plants, 200 bushes of oregano and whatever else Chris has decided to grow on any given day, share the space with our cellar door.
Come visit us and you might chance upon Chris offering up the backyard’s latest bounty or you’ll find Steven and Emma Raidis at the table, glass in hand, ready to share a story or two.
Redman WinesEstablished: 1966
Winery & Cellar Door Address:14830 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9am -5pm, Sat - Sun & Public Holidays 11am - 4pm
Telephone: +61 8 8736 3331Fax: +61 8 8736 3013Email: [email protected]
www.redman.com.au
Comments: Coonawarra’s oldest winemaking family have now been producing premium red wines for over 100 years.
Bill Redman arrived in 1901 to learn the art and skill of making red wines. 1908 saw him purchase 40 acres of vineyard and make his first wines.
This property became the basis of the Redman family holdings for the next 58 years. In 1937 Owen Redman joined his father, and through many trials and tribulations, they established Coonawarra as the leading red wine producing area of Australia.
In 1965, the original family holdings were sold. Owen Redman immediately bought a small vineyard and the first wines under his new ‘REDMAN’ label were made in 1966, with the current winery being built for the 1969 vintage.
Many changes have occurred in the vineyards and winery, but the Redman winemaking traditions can still be traced back to lessons learnt by Bill Redman.
Following in this family tradition, third and fourth generation winemakers, Bruce, Malcolm and Daniel continue to make the elegant high quality red wines for which the Redman name has become renowned.
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Rymill CoonawarraEstablished: 1974
Winery & Cellar Door Address:Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 11am - 5pm
Closed: Christmas Day
Telephone: +61 8 8736 5001Fax: +61 8 8736 5040Email: [email protected]
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Comments: In the 1970s Peter Rymill, the great grandson of John Riddoch - the founder of Coonawarra - established Rymill Coonawarra. Peter very much embraced the pioneering spirit, strength and sense of adventure of his forefathers, when he planted a diverse range of varieties on the terra rossa soil and built a stunning, high tech winery that is still home to Rymill Coonawarra today.
The current winemaking team, who have travelled from across Australia, France and Argentina, also channel that pioneering spirit and adventure, to focus on the newest winemaking and sustainable viticulture techniques and hand craft some of the very best quality wines in the region.
100% Estate Grown. 100% Coonawarra. 100% Sustainable.
Experience the uniqueness of Coonawarra by visiting Rymill Coonawarra’s cellar door, picturesque lawns and gallery, described by regarded wine-critic James Halliday as “a must-visit destination” in the region.
Build-your-own platters are also available, showcasing fresh produce from South Australia.
St Hugo WinesEstablished: 1847
Wine Enquiries:2141 Barossa Valley Way, Rowland Flat, SA 5352
Telephone: +61 8 8521 3018Email: [email protected]
www.sthugo.com
Comments: St Hugo wines were created to honour the legacy of Hugo Gramp, who became Managing Director of G. Gramp and Sons winery in 1920 when he was just 25 years of age. The home of St Hugo is located in the Barossa Valley where he lived and worked his entire life. Although St Hugo does not have a cellar door in Coonawarra, visitors can see two of our St Hugo vineyards along Riddoch Highway.
In 1980, the first vintage of St Hugo was harvested - a Cabernet Sauvignon of exceptional quality from the Coonawarra region, to be later released in 1983.
In the 30+ years since, St Hugo has established a reputation for excellence. The wines have earned over 1,554 awards at wine shows, including 35 trophies and 242 Gold medals, which are testament to our outstanding quality and impeccable style.
St Hugo Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon is a leading premium Cabernet Sauvignon in Australia. It has been listed on Langton’s Classification of Australian wines since 2005, proving it to be one of Australia’s most sought after wine labels by wine collectors.
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Whistle Post WinesEstablished: 2012
Winery & Cellar Door Address:15712 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Thurs - Mon 11am - 6pm All other times by appointment
Mobile: +61 408 708 093Mobile: +61 404 191 919Email: [email protected]
www.whistlepost.com.au
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Comments: Whistle Post our family label is proudly part of an exciting next generation of family owned wineries in Coonawarra.
Originating from a grape growing background we believe great wines begin in the vineyard and we constantly strive to improve our grape quality and flavour using sustainable viticultural practises.
Our wines are made using estate grown fruit from our two vineyard sites in central and southern Coonawarra. Plantings across our vineyards include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
The recent renovation and opening of our cellar door gives visitors a modern wine tasting experience for all ages. We invite you to join us for the complete ‘grower to glass’ tasting experience and enjoy a relaxing glass on our deck overlooking the vineyard.
Wynns Coonawarra EstateEstablished: 1897
Winery & Cellar Door Address:Memorial Drive, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Sun 10am - 5pm
Telephone: +61 8 8736 2225Fax: +61 8 8736 2228Email: [email protected]
www.wynns.com.au
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Comments: Wynns Coonawarra Estate was founded by Scottish pioneer John Riddoch, who planted vineyards in 1891 recognising the potential of the rich, red Terra Rossa top soil and the long ripening season of Coonawarra’s cool southerly climate. He completed the Estate’s three-gabled winery in 1896.
Coonawarra’s revival began in 1951 when Melbourne wine merchants Samuel and David Wynn purchased Riddoch’s original vineyards and winery. The Wynns recognised the intrinsic qualities of Coonawarra wines – their richness and intensity of fruit character – and set out to build an independent identity for the region.
They created the famous label that has made John Riddoch’s winery one of Australia’s best known buildings.
Today, Wynns Coonawarra Estate is the region’s largest single vineyard holder on Terra Rossa soil and Coonawarra’s pre-eminent wine maker.
With the most premium and longest established vineyards in Coonawarra, Wynns Coonawarra Estate wines are regarded as benchmarks for the district, lauded for their sheer depth and concentration of flavour. Now in the Gables building, Wynns offers a dedicated conference room for hire with state of the art technology and facilities.
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Yalumba The Menzies VineyardEstablished: 1849
Vineyard Address:Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Wine Enquiries:PO Box 297, Coonawarra SA 5263
Telephone: +61 8 8737 3603Email: [email protected]
www.yalumbamenzies.com
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Comments: Established more than 168 years ago and now led by fifth-generation Chairman Robert Hill-Smith, Yalumba stands proud. It is dedicated to remaining under family ownership for the sixth generation to nurture; committed to crafting wines of conviction, quality and provenance.
To own a vineyard upon the famous ‘terra rossa’ soil over limestone is the holy grail of all Cabernet Sauvignon purists. Since 1987, the Hill-Smith family has counted themselves among those fortunate enough to make an estate grown Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, naming it after red wine enthusiast and former Prime Minister Sir Robert Menzies, who so generously praised Yalumba’s Special Vintage Galway Claret 1961 at an influential gathering in Adelaide in 1966.
The Menzies Vineyard is Yalumba’s distinguished Cabernet Sauvignon estate, crafting two exceptional single-site Cabernet Sauvignons in ‘The Menzies’ and ‘The Cigar.’
Experimentation, innovation, minimal intervention and small batch winemaking has resulted in Yalumba’s Coonawarra estate wines having an enviable reputation; being wines of longevity, elegance and structure.
Zema EstateEstablished: 1982
Winery & Cellar Door Address:Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia
Opening Hours: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm, Weekends & Public Holidays 10am - 4pm
Telephone: +61 8 8736 3219Fax: +61 8 8736 3280Email: [email protected]
www.zema.com.au
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Comments: The Zema family is well known for producing great red wines but it is also their warm welcome, colourful characters and unforgettable experiences that set them apart.
Grape growing and winemaking has been a large part of the Zema family’s history since the early 1800’s and it is this passion for wine that has been passed down from generation to generation.
The Zema family is proudly traditional in the ‘vine to wine’ process, using only 100% Coonawarra ‘estate grown’ fruit, remaining committed to hand pruning and using minimal irrigation to maximize vine health and fruit quality.
These practices are further enhanced by the strategic location of their three Coonawarra vineyard sites which capitalizes on the regions subtle climatic variations.
The Zema family are producing a range of hand crafted wines for your enjoyment that are renowned for their consistency, intense rich fruit with excellent regional and varietal definition.
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diVine Café Pipers of PenoladiVine Café serving great coffee & fantastic food. We serve frappes, iced coffees & chocolates; freshly squeezed juices & smoothies; delicious food utilising local produce, including our very popular baguettes; all day breakfasts and freshly baked cakes & biscuits.
diVine Café specialises in gluten & wheat free products.
Opening Hours:7 days Mon & Tue 9.00am – 4.30pmWed – Sun 8.00am – 4.30pm
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Address: 39 Church Street, PenolaTelephone: +61 8 8737 2122Email: [email protected]
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Our philosophy is simple - to offer you a quality dining experience. Centrally located in the historic township of Penola, Pipers a la carte restaurant showcases the best of the region’s produce to compliment our extensive wine list, which offers great local Coonawarra wines and a fine selection of interstate and international bottles.
So whether you are unwinding after a busy day, closing a business deal, looking to indulge or have cause to celebrate, visit Pipers of Penola.
Opening hours: Tues to Sat from 6.00pmClosed: Sunday & Monday
Pipers of Penola
Address: 58 Riddoch Street, Penola SATelephone: +61 8 8737 3999Email: [email protected]
www.pipersofpenola.com.au
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Drink Ottelia + Eat Fodder is a food and wine experience unique in Coonawarra. Join us in our cellar door and let us introduce you to the Ottelia siblings whilst you savour the delights from our daily menu of wood fired pizzas and seasonal dishes made with fresh veggies from the Fodder | Ottelia garden.
Yummy food available from 10.30am - 3pm.
Cellar Door Opening Hours:Thursday - Monday 10am - 4pmClosed Tuesday & Wednesday
FodderTelephone: +61 8 8736 3170
www.fodder.net.au
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Established in 1983, Hollick Estate is a boutique winery located on the famed terra rossa soils of Coonawarra. No visit is complete without a dining experience in our Upstairs at Hollick restaurant. A stylish, warm and inviting restaurant made to be enjoyed with friends and family whilst you savour our panoramic views across the vineyards in the heart of the Coonawarra. We’re proud of our wines, and we are passionate about enjoying them with great food, family, fabulous friends and inspiring views. Presenting modern Australian cuisine highlighting quality regional produce.
Opening Hours:Lunch Wed - Sun from 12 noonDinner Saturday night from 6.00pmFunctions by prior arrangement
Upstairs at Hollick
Address: Cnr Ravenswood Lane & Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra SA 5263
Telephone: +61 8 8737 2752 Email: [email protected]
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The Menzies RetreatThe history of Yalumba dates back to 1849 when Samuel Smith arrived in South Australia from Dorset, England.
Now spanning five generations, Yalumba is Australia’s oldest family owned winery and has a simple mission to be the finest and most respected independent wine company in Australia.
Yalumba is determined to create wines with genuine regional character, varietal definition and individual character. Originally a dairy property the land was planted predominantly to Cabernet Sauvignon.
The Yalumba Menzies Retreat is a fantastic getaway in the heart of the Coonawarra.
With panoramic views of the surrounding native revegetation area and Yalumba Menzies vineyard, this B&B stay is ideally situated only minutes away from other award winning wineries, restaurants and other tourism attractions of the Limestone Coast region.
The Menzies Retreat
Address: Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra SA 5263Telephone: +61 8 8737 3603Email: [email protected]
www.yalumbamenzies.com
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For bookings and enquiries Coonawarra Discovery
Telephone: +61 8 8737 2449Email: [email protected]
www.coonawarradiscovery.com
Chardonnay LodgeChardonnay Lodge Restaurant and Cellar Door is open 6 days a week from 12 noon until late.
Specializing in Conferencing, Workshops and Special Events.
Dining is available all day however bookings are essential for this offer. Our casual dining experience is relaxed and family friendly.
Accommodation is available on-site also through Coonawarra Units.
Opening Hours: 6 days
Closed: Thursdays
Chardonnay Lodge
Address: 15006 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia 5263Telephone: +61 8 8736 3078 or +61 416 494 868Email: [email protected]
www.chardonnaylodge.com.au
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• 35Spaciousrowcottage-styleUnitsinvineyardlocation• Idealforfamilies,groupsandwineenthusiasts• Lightbreakfastprovisionsincludedinthetariff• Walkingdistanceto5CellarDoorsSalesand• CentraltoCoonawarraCellarDoorSalesoutlets.• AdjoiningChardonnayLodgerestaurant• Nearbyothercafesandrestaurants
15014RiddochHighway,CoonawarraSAEnquiriestobook@coonawarraunits.com.auPhone0476646406orbookonlinewww.coonawarraunits.com.auThislogocanbeincorporatedintheadvertisement.
• 35 Spacious row cottage-style Units in vineyard location
• Ideal for families, groups and wine enthusiasts
• Light breakfast provisions included in the tariff
• Walking distance to 5 Cellar Doors Sales
• Central to Coonawarra Cellar Door Sales outlets
• Adjoining Chardonnay Lodge Restaurant
• Nearby other cafe and restaurants
A great place to stay.
Coonawarra Units
Address: 15014 Riddoch Highway, Coonawarra, South Australia Telephone: +61 476 646 406Email: [email protected]
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The Gums 18 Gordon St., Penola: The Gums is fully self-contained, providing a country accommodation experience in the heart of Penola, Penola is a town that has a unique yet rich history including many wineries. Its central location makes it ideal to explore the Coonawarra Wine Region as well as the Historic Penola township and Limestone Coast region, with plenty to offer, no matter your relaxation time. Sleeps up to 9 people. 2 x Queen, 1 x Twin, 1 x Sofa bed, 1 x trundle. Continental breakfast supplied with flexibility to request full breakfast provisions for an extra cost. The Gums is a wonderful home away from home. This delightfully 3-bedroom restored house is an ideal holiday accommodation for families and groups. Polished floorboards and R/C air add to the comfort of this neat and tidy home. Conveniently located within the town limits with the front of house facing a view of the beautiful historic towering red gums, a short walk to IGA and the town centre, Large enclosed backyard, perfect for your pets. Ideal holiday accommodation for families and groups.
Ruby’s Cottage 39 Clark St., Penola: Quaint centrally located cottage, Fully Self Catering, 2 Bedrooms catering for up to 4 guests. Large Spa bath, R/C air conditioning, gourmet breakfast provisions supplied on first morning of stay. Enclosed undercover outdoor area with BBQ, Enclosed back yard perfect for your pets. Penola boasts many attractions set amidst the great vineyards of Coonawarra. On the doorstep of Coonawarra’s vineyard strip and close to all Penola and Coonawarra dining experiences.
Cameron’s Cottage 1 Davis Cres., Penola: Enjoy this delightful turn of the century cottage, catering for up to 4 guests. Cameron’s is centrally located and fully self-catering, large bathroom, separate toilet. R/C Air with a beautiful cottage garden. Relax at this wonderful historic cottage. Gourmet breakfast provisions supplied on first morning of stay. Walk to award winning restaurants, cafes, attractions and more.
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Coonawarra DiscoveryWine Tours: Half Day, Full Day, Private and Custom Tours available. Boutique style tour tailored to suit individual needs. Guests provided with complimentary cheese plate and cold bottled water during the tour. You will be treated to local history learning about the origins of Coonawarra while relaxing in our roomy comfortable van. The ultimate way to see the best that Coonawarra has to offer.
Wine and Dine Tours available: Combining cellar door tasting with a 4-course dinner option at the Mayura Tasting Room home of the full-blooded Wagyu Beef.
FREE Accommodation Booking Service: We represent a large range of property styles and can assist you in finding the perfect place to stay. Allow us to do the searching for you Property Management Service – Want a team of professionals Looking after your investment? Offering a full range of services to help keep your property in peak condition and generate income.
Coonawarra Discovery
Telephone: +61 8 8737 2449 Email: [email protected]
Alexander Cameron SuitesWelcome to Alexander Cameron Suites in the centre of historic Penola. Our accommodation is designed around and amongst majestic red gums whose range of colors has been skillfully incorporated into the building and furnishings.
Built within easy distance of Penola’s renowned cafes, restaurants and hotels we offer the choice of the district to tantalize the most discerning palate.
Eighteen quality new suites specially designed to enhance the ambience and history of Penola offer a range of options for the busy traveler to the indulgent connoisseur.
Penola boasts many attractions, set amidst the great vineyards of Coonawarra the area is a mecca for lovers of wine, students of history and scholars of culture and religion.
Alexander Cameron Suites
Address: 23-25 Church Street, Penola SA 5277Toll Free: 1800 217 011Telephone: +61 8 8737 2200Email: [email protected]
www.alexandercameronsuites.com.au
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Punters Retreat
CENTRALLY LOCATED IN South Australia’s premium wine district ofCoonawarra, lies Punters Vineyard Retreat. This architect designed awardwinning building was created to highlight the picturesque location andprovide sweeping views of the breathtaking vineyard studded landscape.
Both outdoor and indoor dining are options at the Retreat. Whilst the indoordining area offers seclusion and sumptuousness, the outdoor area providesguests with a courtyard paved with river-washed pebbles and vinesproviding a sensual and seductive canopy.
Each bedroom offers panoramic views over the vines, sun-drenched timberfloors, wall-to-wall glass and private entrances.
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TELEPHONE: 0408 816 312 | EMAIL: luci l le@puntersvineyardretreat.com.auwww.puntersvineyardretreat.com.au
Not suitable for chi ldren under 15 years of age.
“An idy�ic getaway in the heart of Punters Cner Vineyards...”
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FEATURES & FACILITIES
• Four Bedrooms• Mezzanine floor complete with a dining table and seating for 8.• Air Conditioning• Slow Combustion Wood Heater• Television and DVD player.• Modern kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, convection oven and a slow combustion stove.• Four Mountain Bikes• Croquet & Petanque
• Courtyard & BBQ Area• Sound System• Washing machine, clothes dryer & clothes line.• Full breakfast included in price.
ALL BEDROOMS INCLUDE
• Ensuite Bathrooms• Outside Decking• Air Conditioning• Linen & Towels• Hanging Space
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Must @ CoonawarraAward Winning Ecofriendly Boutique Motel.
Luxury Spa Apartments, Luxury Studio Apartments, Luxury Spa Suite.
Accommodating 1 – 4 guests in luxurious comfort, set in Australian native gardens.
On the doorstep of Coonawarra’s vineyard strip and close to all Penola and Coonawarra dining experiences.
Sustainability initiativesAllergen free cleaning agentsDouble insulated throughout
Must @ Coonawarra
Address: 126 Church Street, PenolaTelephone: +61 8 8737 3444Email: [email protected]
www.mustatcoonawarra.com.au
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Coonawarra ExperiencesTours with a difference...Design your own full or half day tour or leave it to us to provide you with a ‘Coonawarra Experience’ that you’ll always remember.
We offer unique opportunities to meet the makers, and where possible, go behind the scenes for a more intimate Coonawarra experience.
Our Kia Carnival features powered doors, leather trim seats, tri zone climate control and carries up to 6 guests comfortably.
Sit back, relax and let us be the designated driver.
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Tourswithadifference………
Designyourownfullorhalfdaytourorleaveittoustoprovideyouwitha‘CoonawarraExperience’thatyou’llalwaysremember.
Weofferuniqueopportunitiestomeetthemakers,andwherepossible,gobehindthescenesforamoreintimateCoonawarraexperience.
OurKiaCarnivalfeaturespowereddoors,leathertrimseats,trizoneclimatecontrolandcarriesupto6guestscomfortably.
Sitback,relaxandletusbethedesignateddriver.
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Telephone: Simon +61 404 092 611 Kerry +61 405 733 477 Email: [email protected]
www.coonawarraexperiences.com.au
Penola Coonawarra Visitor Information CentrePenola’s cultural and artistic heritage blends beautifully with Coonawarra – Australia’s red wine centre. Penola combines cultural heritage with historic charm, yet continues to remain highly progressive thanks to an eclectic mix of cafés, galleries and boutique-style shops. Taking its name from the Aboriginal word ‘honeysuckle’, Coonawarra’s famous strip of rich, red terra rossa soil, sitting atop deep limestone beds, has given rise to many of the nation’s finest drops, with a reputation for unique flavour and quality.
Cabernet Sauvignon has become the region’s flagship drop and Coonawarra has won more Jimmy Watson trophies for Australia’s best one-year old red wine than any other wine region.
For more information visit www.coonawarra.org
Penola Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre
Address: 27 Arthur Street, Penola South Australia 5277Telephone: +61 8 8737 2855 1300 045 373
Email: [email protected]
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Centrally located in South Australia’s premium wine district of Coonawarra, lies Punters Vineyard Retreat. This architectually designed, award winning building was created to highlight the picturesque location and provide sweeping views of the breathtaking vineyard studded landscape. Both outdoor and indoor dining are options at the Retreat. Whilst the indoor dining area offers seclusion and sumptuousness, the outdoor area provides guests with a courtyard paved with river-washed pebbles and vines providing a sensual and seductive canopy. Each bedroom offers panoramic views over the vines, sun-drenched timber floors, wall-to-wall glass and private entrances. Please note: Not suitable for children under 16 years of age. 2 night minimum stay.
Punters Retreat
Address: V&A Lane, Coonawarra South Australia, 5263Telephone: +61 408 816 312Email: [email protected] www.puntersvineyardretreat.com.au
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Proud of our rich history, we continue to evolve.Today, Coonawarra is a vibrant, passionate and innovative regional community.
We genuinely hope you enjoy your Coonawarra experience.
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General InformationA visit to Coonawarra is enhanced by the abundance of fresh regional produce and quality dining experiences