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News & Events
It’s a Fine Line between Puzzle ‘n Wine
Event // 12 - 15 May 2022As part of the Penola/Coonawarra Art Festival we’re excited to host a bright and cheerful exhibition of art & jigsaw puzzles inspired by some of the iconic places of our beautiful region by talented artist Karen McKenzie.

Coonawarra @ Heart Masterclass – The ageing ability of Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon
Event // 16 July 2022A Masterclass of five iconic wineries from the Heart of Coonawarra, comparing the ageing ability of Cabernet Sauvignon from one of the best vintages on record, 2010 to current.

Coonawarra Cellar Dwellers
Event // 1 - 31 July 2022Coonawarra wineries will dig out some treasures from their cellars to offer visitors a rare opportunity to taste and buy aged wine during the month of July.

Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations
Event // 1 - 31 October 2022A month of celebrations all in the name of the much loved variety of Cabernet Sauvignon.


Back in Time with a 10 Year Old Wine
Event // 1 - 31 July 2022An opportunity to taste and purchase the 2012 The Tally Reserve Cabernet, available for the month of July.

Cellar Door in the City – Adelaide
Event // November 21 2021Balnaves are very excited to join 28 other wineries for the return of the Coonawarra Roadshow Adelaide.
Doug’s First Book Release
News // May 2021“Dusty and other stories” is not just another collection of shaggy dog tales – it’s about life in rural Australia, the people, the changes and the past.
2021 looking to be as outstanding as those of the 2001 & 2004 vintages.
Vintage Overview // 2021The growing season for Vintage 2021 began with cooler temperatures and luckily no spring frost events. Warm and dry conditions at the beginning of November resulted in an early, fast and even flowering and no disease pressure.
A Treat for Young and Old
Event // 1 - 31 October 2021No matter what age you are, when visiting Balnaves in October there’s something to keep everyone happy.
Cabernet Celebrations at Balnaves
Event // 1 - 31 October 2021We have a full month of events happening at Balnaves as part of the Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations.
The Tally just got Bigger!!
Event // 18-24 OctoberWhat’s better than having one 2008 Tally? Two!!
A Trio of Tallys
Event // 11-17 OctoberEnjoy the very rare opportunity to compare and taste a line of up the 2008, 2009 & 2010 of ‘The Tally’ our Premium Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
Breakfast Rolls & Bubbles on the Balcony
Event // 16th October 2021Start the day the with the Balnaves family for a Gourmet Breakfast Roll and Sparkling Cabernet on the Balcony.
‘Fowl Play’ @ Balnaves of Coonawarra
Event // May 2021Balnaves of Coonawarra will be hosting an exhibition of acrylic on canvas paintings by Karin Seja that takes a whimsical look at some of our black and white feathered friends.
Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival
Event // 14 - 16 May 2021Celebrate our region’s rich history and artistic talents over three days with working artists, performances, exhibitions, workshops, walking tours, fabulous food and fine wine.
5 Star Winery from James Halliday for the 19th Consecutive Year
Reviews // 2020We are very pleased to be awarded 5 RED STARS from James Hallidays’ Wine Companion 2021 for the 19th consecutive year.
Sangria Fun!
Event // 3rd, 4th & 5th October 2020Join us for a long weekend of Sangria fun!
Sparkling Cabernet & Brekky Rolls @ Balnaves
Event // 17th October 2020Start the day the with the Balnaves family for a Gourmet Breakie Roll and Sparkling Cabernet.
Wagyu Brisket braised in red wine
Recipe // May 2020Thank you to our very long time supporters Lord Cardigan Melbourne for supplying this delicious recipe. Perfect for a wintry night paired with a bottle of Balnaves Cabernet Sauvignon.
Chocolate Ganache Tart with blackcurrent coulis and cinnamon ice cream
Recipe // May 2020We recently found this fantastic book published in 2003 which we featured in. We couldn’t but help share this delicious recipe.
Back in Time & Mulled Wine
Event // 1 - 31 July 2020An opportunity to taste and purchase the 2010 The Tally Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon available for the month of July. Visit us on the weekend and warm up with a glass of Mulled Wine!
Balnaves Wine Room Re-Opening for June Long Weekend
News // 2nd June 2020We are pleased to announce that we will be re-opening our doors for the June Long Weekend!! Bookings Essential.
Grapes of Mirth – Comedy & Wine in Coonawarra
Event // 18 January 2020Join us for a day out of comedy, music, wine (from 12 Coonawarra wineries), food and good times.
William Wilson Tasting
Event // 19th & 20th OctoberVisit us over the weekend for the chance to taste the 2016 William Wilson Shiraz Cabernet.
Breakfast & Bubbles @ Balnaves
Event // 19 October 2019Our ever popular annual Breakfast & Bubbles is on again as part of the Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations this October.
Sangria, Fun & Games on the Lawn @ Balnaves
Event // 5th, 6th & 7th OctoberJoin us for a long weekend of fun & games on the lawn at Balnaves.
5 Star Winery from James Halliday for the 18th Consecutive Year
Reviews // 2019We are very pleased to be awarded 5 RED STARS from James Hallidays’ Wine Companion 2020 for the 18th consecutive year as well as all wines received 93 points or above!
Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow
Event // August 2019From the peaceful vineyards of Coonawarra, to the energetic hubs of Australian cities, the Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow travels to six capital cities during the month of August. Meet the owners, winemakers, and vignerons from up to 30 wineries, and taste over 100 wines.
Top Tips of What to do in Coonawarra – Autumn Edition
News // Autumn 2019We’ve put together a local guide on the best places to eat, drink, sleep and explore Coonawarra.
Balnaves of Coonawarra in Conversation with John Wood
Event // 18 May 2019Balnaves invite you to a morning in conversation, poetry and Q&A with Gold Logie winner John Wood.
Vintage 2019, we are very happy with the quality.
Vintage Overview // 2019Budburst was late but by Christmas, the phenology had caught up and after some warm weather around Christmas, we were looking at whites in late February.
The 2020 Vintage in Coonawarra can be characterised by small quantities of high quality fruit.
Vintage Overview // 2020Coonawarra has been very fortunate not to have been affected by the bush fires that occurred throughout the Australian 2019/2020 summer.
Top Tips of What to do in Coonawarra
News // Summer 2018/2019We’ve put together a local guide on the best places to eat, drink, sleep and explore Coonawarra.
2018 is set to be labelled an amazing Vintage.
Vintage Overview // 20182018 vintage is set to be labeled an amazing vintage, with superb conditions and fruit of outstanding quality being harvested.
William Wilson Shiraz Cabernet – A Tribute to Coonawarra’s Founding Father
News // September 2018The Balnaves & Redman families have come together to celebrate one of the unsung heroes of Australian wine with the release of the 2016 William Wilson Coonawarra Shiraz Cabernet. A unique blend of families and varieties, the limited edition $300 a bottle “traditional Coonawarra” style is the most expensive wine ever released in Coonawarra.
5 Star Winery from James Halliday for the 17th Consecutive Year
Reviews // 2019We are very pleased to be awarded 5 RED STARS from James Hallidays’ Wine Companion 2019 for the 17th consecutive year as well as all wines received 93 points or above!
5 Star Winery from James Halliday for the 16th Consecutive Year
Reviews // 2018We are very pleased to be awarded 5 RED STARS from James Hallidays’ Wine Companion 2018 for the 17th consecutive year as well as all wines received 94 points or above!
2017 Vintage produces the goods
Vintage Overview // 2017Big winter rains 890mm (instead of 566mm average) flushed the landscape and recharged the aquifers prior to budburst. This has been the wettest winter since 1989 according the S.E. drainage board, setting the vines up really well for summer.
2016 Vintage comes to an end
Vintage Overview // 2016Overall the vintage is very solid with great colour, good fruit intensity and ripeness. The fruit was clean and hung well compensating for the compression of vintage. Whites came with good natural acidities this year and show a lot of freshness and tang, with fine fruit flavours.
2015 Vintage in Review
Vintage Overview // 2015Vintage 2015 started with good rain falls in winter up until August, but subsequently we experienced dry conditions all through spring and early summer. A big dump of rain fell in January freshening up the vines after the long dry season, but this was the only significant rain of the growing season.
2014
Vintage Overview // 2014Vintage 2014 started with good winter rains and a full recharge of the aquifers and complete soil flushing, setting the vines up for a good start to the season. However weather remained cool during the start of the season and was cold during flowerings, which lead to a reduced set and spread set.
2013
Vintage Overview // 2013Pre-season saw reasonable winter rains and a cooler start to the year, with phenology on long term averages. Particularly cool nights were experienced leading up to fruit set.
2012
Vintage Overview // 2012Very good winter rains set up an excellent start to the season, but poor weather during flowering and the hangover from 2011 poor weather during bud initiation affected set reducing yields down to 0.8-1.8t/acre particularly in Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.
2011
Vintage Overview // 2011Good winter rainfalls in winter 2010, followed on from good winter rains in 2009, recharging the aquifers. This became somewhat of too much of a good thing when rain continued in regular intervals through summer and into autumn 2011.
2010
Vintage Overview // 2010Excellent winter rain in 2009 set the scene for a very good 2010 vintage. While the total amount of rain that fell was on long term average, it fell in solid blocks, filling the swamps in the region and percolating through into the underground aquifer.
2009
Vintage Overview // 2009Winter rains were again well below average for the winter of 2008 leading up to vintage 2009. Crops were slightly below average and bud burst again very early 2-3 weeks ahead of average timing.
2008
Vintage Overview // 2008We received a very dry winter again without normal winter rains, however we did get 200mm of late winter rain preceding budburst. Spring brought several frosts, which caused damage in a small area, but the frosts were restricted to low lying areas
2007
Vintage Overview // 20072007 was a very dry winter without normal winter rains preceded budburst. Spring brought a series of frosts (approx 35), with 4 very severe frost events during September, which burnt 70% of Coonawarra vineyard, leaving 20% untouched (which was under frost protection), and approximately 10% partially frosted.
2006
Vintage Overview // 20062006 was very early with reds being harvested in March and in some cases wineries finishing vintage in March.
2005
Vintage Overview // 2005Early year where baumes were quite high when tannins and flavours were eventually ripe. A lot of shrivelled fruit. However good flavours and tannin.
2004
Vintage Overview // 2004Extremely late vintage where tannin ripeness was delayed, wines are middle weight but with good fruit and tannin structure similar to 1994 in many ways. Solid vintage.
2003
Vintage Overview // 2003Early dry vintage with light crops due to poor set in 2002. Wines had a lot of water stress and ripened early due to light crops. Wines are solid but more earthy and complex flavours, rather than fruity. No Balnaves reds released.
2002
Vintage Overview // 2002Poor set lowest yields on record combined with a very late year. Wines are unusual in structure. The Cabs retain some leafy notes, while Shiraz was stronger. No Tally made in 2002.
2001
Vintage Overview // 2001Cool classic year crops were thinned to get balance but nice season and very good wines good depth of fruit and tannins. Strong year at the top end. Tally made.
2000
Vintage Overview // 2000Very hot vintage, low yields due to poor set, super ripe flavours in wines and soft tannins. Drinking well early but appear to be developing well. Tally made.
1999
Vintage Overview // 1999Excellent classic year similar to the 2001 but with stronger tannin structure. Deep fruited wines that are going well. While looking dark and closed should continue to age well. No Tally made.
1998
Vintage Overview // 1998Hot year with big tannins and big baumes. Similar year to 1990, very ripe and very big wines with much riper flavour profile than usual for Coonawarra. Appearing to develop faster than 1997 or 1999.
1997
Vintage Overview // 1997Cool year with late ripening and rain during harvest which caused some problems. Wines show typical cool vintage aromas of black olive and leaf but are aging well and look better with time.
1996
Vintage Overview // 1996Cooler year again with rain during vintage causing earlier picking than desirable. Still wines are solid and aging well, drinking well now and probably won’t improve.
1995
Vintage Overview // 1995Most difficult vintage of the 1990’s, with early break rain and disease pressure. Limited wines released but still holding on.
1994
Vintage Overview // 1994Cool season later ripening but with good fruit, and tannins. Same cooler season flavours and fruit starting to fade in these wines now.
1993
Vintage Overview // 1993Dry season but similar to 2003 Produced austere wines with early complex flavours and harder tannin structures, most are passed now.
1992
Vintage Overview // 1992Limited wines made due to early break and rain during vintage. Most are passed their best.
1991
Vintage Overview // 1991Great year strong wines, rich flavours and tannins. Now are mature wines from an excellent vintage and are complex and holding on. Try and drink up.
1990
Vintage Overview // 1990Hot year with rich opulent wines still holding on and looking good as old wines. Time to drink these wines, now.
1990
Vintage Overview // 1990Hot year with rich opulent wines still holding on and looking good as old wines. Time to drink these wines, now.
1991
Vintage Overview // 1991Great year strong wines, rich flavours and tannins. Now are mature wines from an excellent vintage and are complex and holding on. Try and drink up.
1992
Vintage Overview // 1992Limited wines made due to early break and rain during vintage. Most are passed their best.
1993
Vintage Overview // 1993Dry season but similar to 2003 Produced austere wines with early complex flavours and harder tannin structures, most are passed now.
1994
Vintage Overview // 1994Cool season later ripening but with good fruit, and tannins. Same cooler season flavours and fruit starting to fade in these wines now.
1995
Vintage Overview // 1995Most difficult vintage of the 1990’s, with early break rain and disease pressure. Limited wines released but still holding on.
1996
Vintage Overview // 1996Cooler year again with rain during vintage causing earlier picking than desirable. Still wines are solid and aging well, drinking well now and probably won’t improve.
1997
Vintage Overview // 1997Cool year with late ripening and rain during harvest which caused some problems. Wines show typical cool vintage aromas of black olive and leaf but are aging well and look better with time.
1998
Vintage Overview // 1998Hot year with big tannins and big baumes. Similar year to 1990, very ripe and very big wines with much riper flavour profile than usual for Coonawarra. Appearing to develop faster than 1997 or 1999.
1999
Vintage Overview // 1999Excellent classic year similar to the 2001 but with stronger tannin structure. Deep fruited wines that are going well. While looking dark and closed should continue to age well. No Tally made.
2000
Vintage Overview // 2000Very hot vintage, low yields due to poor set, super ripe flavours in wines and soft tannins. Drinking well early but appear to be developing well. Tally made.
2001
Vintage Overview // 2001Cool classic year crops were thinned to get balance but nice season and very good wines good depth of fruit and tannins. Strong year at the top end. Tally made.
2002
Vintage Overview // 2002Poor set lowest yields on record combined with a very late year. Wines are unusual in structure. The Cabs retain some leafy notes, while Shiraz was stronger. No Tally made in 2002.
2003
Vintage Overview // 2003Early dry vintage with light crops due to poor set in 2002. Wines had a lot of water stress and ripened early due to light crops. Wines are solid but more earthy and complex flavours, rather than fruity. No Balnaves reds released.
2004
Vintage Overview // 2004Extremely late vintage where tannin ripeness was delayed, wines are middle weight but with good fruit and tannin structure similar to 1994 in many ways. Solid vintage.
2005
Vintage Overview // 2005Early year where baumes were quite high when tannins and flavours were eventually ripe. A lot of shrivelled fruit. However good flavours and tannin.
2006
Vintage Overview // 20062006 was very early with reds being harvested in March and in some cases wineries finishing vintage in March.
2007
Vintage Overview // 20072007 was a very dry winter without normal winter rains preceded budburst. Spring brought a series of frosts (approx 35), with 4 very severe frost events during September, which burnt 70% of Coonawarra vineyard, leaving 20% untouched (which was under frost protection), and approximately 10% partially frosted.
2008
Vintage Overview // 2008We received a very dry winter again without normal winter rains, however we did get 200mm of late winter rain preceding budburst. Spring brought several frosts, which caused damage in a small area, but the frosts were restricted to low lying areas
2009
Vintage Overview // 2009Winter rains were again well below average for the winter of 2008 leading up to vintage 2009. Crops were slightly below average and bud burst again very early 2-3 weeks ahead of average timing.
2010
Vintage Overview // 2010Excellent winter rain in 2009 set the scene for a very good 2010 vintage. While the total amount of rain that fell was on long term average, it fell in solid blocks, filling the swamps in the region and percolating through into the underground aquifer.
2011
Vintage Overview // 2011Good winter rainfalls in winter 2010, followed on from good winter rains in 2009, recharging the aquifers. This became somewhat of too much of a good thing when rain continued in regular intervals through summer and into autumn 2011.
2012
Vintage Overview // 2012Very good winter rains set up an excellent start to the season, but poor weather during flowering and the hangover from 2011 poor weather during bud initiation affected set reducing yields down to 0.8-1.8t/acre particularly in Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.
2013
Vintage Overview // 2013Pre-season saw reasonable winter rains and a cooler start to the year, with phenology on long term averages. Particularly cool nights were experienced leading up to fruit set.
2014
Vintage Overview // 2014Vintage 2014 started with good winter rains and a full recharge of the aquifers and complete soil flushing, setting the vines up for a good start to the season. However weather remained cool during the start of the season and was cold during flowerings, which lead to a reduced set and spread set.
2015 Vintage in Review
Vintage Overview // 2015Vintage 2015 started with good rain falls in winter up until August, but subsequently we experienced dry conditions all through spring and early summer. A big dump of rain fell in January freshening up the vines after the long dry season, but this was the only significant rain of the growing season.
2016 Vintage comes to an end
Vintage Overview // 2016Overall the vintage is very solid with great colour, good fruit intensity and ripeness. The fruit was clean and hung well compensating for the compression of vintage. Whites came with good natural acidities this year and show a lot of freshness and tang, with fine fruit flavours.
2017 Vintage produces the goods
Vintage Overview // 2017Big winter rains 890mm (instead of 566mm average) flushed the landscape and recharged the aquifers prior to budburst. This has been the wettest winter since 1989 according the S.E. drainage board, setting the vines up really well for summer.
5 Star Winery from James Halliday for the 16th Consecutive Year
Reviews // 2018We are very pleased to be awarded 5 RED STARS from James Hallidays’ Wine Companion 2018 for the 17th consecutive year as well as all wines received 94 points or above!
5 Star Winery from James Halliday for the 17th Consecutive Year
Reviews // 2019We are very pleased to be awarded 5 RED STARS from James Hallidays’ Wine Companion 2019 for the 17th consecutive year as well as all wines received 93 points or above!
William Wilson Shiraz Cabernet – A Tribute to Coonawarra’s Founding Father
News // September 2018The Balnaves & Redman families have come together to celebrate one of the unsung heroes of Australian wine with the release of the 2016 William Wilson Coonawarra Shiraz Cabernet. A unique blend of families and varieties, the limited edition $300 a bottle “traditional Coonawarra” style is the most expensive wine ever released in Coonawarra.
2018 is set to be labelled an amazing Vintage.
Vintage Overview // 20182018 vintage is set to be labeled an amazing vintage, with superb conditions and fruit of outstanding quality being harvested.
Top Tips of What to do in Coonawarra
News // Summer 2018/2019We’ve put together a local guide on the best places to eat, drink, sleep and explore Coonawarra.
Vintage 2019, we are very happy with the quality.
Vintage Overview // 2019Budburst was late but by Christmas, the phenology had caught up and after some warm weather around Christmas, we were looking at whites in late February.
The 2020 Vintage in Coonawarra can be characterised by small quantities of high quality fruit.
Vintage Overview // 2020Coonawarra has been very fortunate not to have been affected by the bush fires that occurred throughout the Australian 2019/2020 summer.
Balnaves of Coonawarra in Conversation with John Wood
Event // 18 May 2019Balnaves invite you to a morning in conversation, poetry and Q&A with Gold Logie winner John Wood.
Top Tips of What to do in Coonawarra – Autumn Edition
News // Autumn 2019We’ve put together a local guide on the best places to eat, drink, sleep and explore Coonawarra.
Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow
Event // August 2019From the peaceful vineyards of Coonawarra, to the energetic hubs of Australian cities, the Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow travels to six capital cities during the month of August. Meet the owners, winemakers, and vignerons from up to 30 wineries, and taste over 100 wines.
5 Star Winery from James Halliday for the 18th Consecutive Year
Reviews // 2019We are very pleased to be awarded 5 RED STARS from James Hallidays’ Wine Companion 2020 for the 18th consecutive year as well as all wines received 93 points or above!
Sangria, Fun & Games on the Lawn @ Balnaves
Event // 5th, 6th & 7th OctoberJoin us for a long weekend of fun & games on the lawn at Balnaves.
Breakfast & Bubbles @ Balnaves
Event // 19 October 2019Our ever popular annual Breakfast & Bubbles is on again as part of the Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations this October.
William Wilson Tasting
Event // 19th & 20th OctoberVisit us over the weekend for the chance to taste the 2016 William Wilson Shiraz Cabernet.
Grapes of Mirth – Comedy & Wine in Coonawarra
Event // 18 January 2020Join us for a day out of comedy, music, wine (from 12 Coonawarra wineries), food and good times.
Balnaves Wine Room Re-Opening for June Long Weekend
News // 2nd June 2020We are pleased to announce that we will be re-opening our doors for the June Long Weekend!! Bookings Essential.
Back in Time & Mulled Wine
Event // 1 - 31 July 2020An opportunity to taste and purchase the 2010 The Tally Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon available for the month of July. Visit us on the weekend and warm up with a glass of Mulled Wine!
Chocolate Ganache Tart with blackcurrent coulis and cinnamon ice cream
Recipe // May 2020We recently found this fantastic book published in 2003 which we featured in. We couldn’t but help share this delicious recipe.
Wagyu Brisket braised in red wine
Recipe // May 2020Thank you to our very long time supporters Lord Cardigan Melbourne for supplying this delicious recipe. Perfect for a wintry night paired with a bottle of Balnaves Cabernet Sauvignon.
Sparkling Cabernet & Brekky Rolls @ Balnaves
Event // 17th October 2020Start the day the with the Balnaves family for a Gourmet Breakie Roll and Sparkling Cabernet.
Sangria Fun!
Event // 3rd, 4th & 5th October 2020Join us for a long weekend of Sangria fun!
5 Star Winery from James Halliday for the 19th Consecutive Year
Reviews // 2020We are very pleased to be awarded 5 RED STARS from James Hallidays’ Wine Companion 2021 for the 19th consecutive year.
‘Fowl Play’ @ Balnaves of Coonawarra
Event // May 2021Balnaves of Coonawarra will be hosting an exhibition of acrylic on canvas paintings by Karin Seja that takes a whimsical look at some of our black and white feathered friends.
Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival
Event // 14 - 16 May 2021Celebrate our region’s rich history and artistic talents over three days with working artists, performances, exhibitions, workshops, walking tours, fabulous food and fine wine.
Breakfast Rolls & Bubbles on the Balcony
Event // 16th October 2021Start the day the with the Balnaves family for a Gourmet Breakfast Roll and Sparkling Cabernet on the Balcony.
A Trio of Tallys
Event // 11-17 OctoberEnjoy the very rare opportunity to compare and taste a line of up the 2008, 2009 & 2010 of ‘The Tally’ our Premium Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
The Tally just got Bigger!!
Event // 18-24 OctoberWhat’s better than having one 2008 Tally? Two!!
Cabernet Celebrations at Balnaves
Event // 1 - 31 October 2021We have a full month of events happening at Balnaves as part of the Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations.
A Treat for Young and Old
Event // 1 - 31 October 2021No matter what age you are, when visiting Balnaves in October there’s something to keep everyone happy.
2021 looking to be as outstanding as those of the 2001 & 2004 vintages.
Vintage Overview // 2021The growing season for Vintage 2021 began with cooler temperatures and luckily no spring frost events. Warm and dry conditions at the beginning of November resulted in an early, fast and even flowering and no disease pressure.
Cellar Door in the City – Adelaide
Event // November 21 2021Balnaves are very excited to join 28 other wineries for the return of the Coonawarra Roadshow Adelaide.
Doug’s First Book Release
News // May 2021“Dusty and other stories” is not just another collection of shaggy dog tales – it’s about life in rural Australia, the people, the changes and the past.
Back in Time with a 10 Year Old Wine
Event // 1 - 31 July 2022An opportunity to taste and purchase the 2012 The Tally Reserve Cabernet, available for the month of July.


Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations
Event // 1 - 31 October 2022A month of celebrations all in the name of the much loved variety of Cabernet Sauvignon.

Coonawarra Cellar Dwellers
Event // 1 - 31 July 2022Coonawarra wineries will dig out some treasures from their cellars to offer visitors a rare opportunity to taste and buy aged wine during the month of July.

Coonawarra @ Heart Masterclass – The ageing ability of Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon
Event // 16 July 2022A Masterclass of five iconic wineries from the Heart of Coonawarra, comparing the ageing ability of Cabernet Sauvignon from one of the best vintages on record, 2010 to current.

It’s a Fine Line between Puzzle ‘n Wine
Event // 12 - 15 May 2022As part of the Penola/Coonawarra Art Festival we’re excited to host a bright and cheerful exhibition of art & jigsaw puzzles inspired by some of the iconic places of our beautiful region by talented artist Karen McKenzie.
