Our Philosophy
Wines of Provenance
& Character
Balnaves of Coonawarra is a small family owned wine company in the heart of the famous Coonawarra Terra Rossa strip and we are very proud of the wines we produce. The awards we win are testament to our commitment to quality and never ending quest to produce the best wines.
Our Wines
Latest Releases
From our signature Cabernet Sauvignon to our elegant Chardonnay, each wine reflects theunique terroir of Coonawarra.
2025 Chardonnay
2025 Chardonnay Coonawarra, South Australia
2025 Cheeky Red Rosè
2025 Cabernet Sauvignon Coonawarra, South Australia
2021 Shiraz
2021 Shiraz Coonawarra, South AustraliaOur Story
A Family Legacy Since 1975
From our signature Cabernet Sauvignon to our elegant Chardonnay, each wine reflects theunique terroir of Coonawarra.
WINE ROOM
Visit Our Wine Room
Our unique Wine Room overlooks a tranquil pond full of bird life, surrounded by vineyards and over 900 beautiful rose bushes. Experience our award-winning wines with our friendly, knowledgeable
staff while taking in the serene views of Coonawarra.
Latest News
Welcome Maddie LeMire
Doug, Kirsty and Pete Balnaves are delighted to announce the appointment
of Maddie LeMire as the new winemaker for Balnaves of Coonawarra.
Maddie joined the team just in time for the 2025 vintage, marking the start of
an exciting new chapter for the winery.
Maddie has honed her skills in some of the world’s most renowned wine regions, includingBurgundy, Pomerol and McLaren Vale, and she completed a Bachelor of Viticulture and Oenology at the University of Adelaide.
Sustainability
Creating a Better Future
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” The Balnaves family are determined to leave our
land and community a better place and make a difference through our economic, social, and
environmental practices and responsibilities.
Sustainability
Creating a Better Future
“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” The Balnaves family are determined to leave our land and community a better place and make a difference through our economic, social, and environmental practices and responsibilities.
GIVING BACK
Wine Room Tasting Contribution
100% of all tasting fees charged from our Wine Room have been donated to a chosen charity close to the Balnaves Family’s heart. This quarter our chosen charity is the Royal Flying Doctor Service
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