Charles Melton Wines

Opening Hours – Cellar Door open 11am-5pm daily and Verandah dining is open Friday-Monday 12pm-3pm

What’s here – Wine tasting room set amongst the vines. Wood fire for the winter months, sit down tasting inside and out on the deck, verandah and outside dining for lunches or light meals

Where is it – Krondorf Road, Krondorf

You go for the wine, you stay for the food and then you try to leave stealing the dog!

I was lucky enough to have a tasting with Virginia the other week followed by a beautiful lunch. It was such a perfectly sunny day and we decided to sit out on the lawn under the shade of the trees and taste our way through their current line up. The great thing about this cellar door is that it is so tranquil and relaxed. The tasting room is set up for small groups that can sit (by the fire in winter) and have a paced tasting that is dedicated to what is in the glass. The Verandah is situated so that after your tasting you can soak in the views, throw the stick to the dog and eat some country crafted lunch

It was a treat to taste through the entire line up with Virginia with Charlie coming in to join at a few points and the thing I noticed through out the entire line up is how balanced the wines all are. The rosé is delightful and gluggable, whilst the reds are measured, fresh fruited, and smooth with a great integration of oak and tannin.

 

Charlie was, and still is, a key player in the preservation of old vines in the Barossa. When people were being paid by the government to pull out the vines in 1984, Charlie was furthering his career by purchasing 13 acres of Grenache and Shiraz and building his own cellar door and winery. Nine Popes GSM is their pinnacle wine that is Langton’s classified and an age worthy rival to many great CNDP’s.

With great Barossa reds, a cheeky little rosé and a fantastic casual dining space Charles Melton truly reflects all the wonderful things that attract people to the Barossa in the first place….and often makes them stay for a lifetime.

Cheers

 

 

 

Greenock Creek Wines

Opening Hours – This once seasonal cellar door, only open when new releases where scarcely available is now open all year. Wednesday to Monday (Tuesday closed) 11am-5pm

What’s here – Adjacent to their beautiful stone cottage cellar door is their Bed and Breakfast Miriam’s Cottage. Also every now and then they will have large format bottles available.

Where is it – 450 Seppeltsfield Road, Marananga

In 1988, when I was three and only cared about teddy bears and lollies, Michael and Annabelle Waugh opened up their very own tiny cellar door on their beautiful property out the back of Seppeltsfield, in an old cellar that was cool but only big enough for a few guests at a time. With only an estate Shiraz and Chardonnay production was small and focused. As the years rolled by Mark and Annabelle laid the foundations of  what is still referred to as a cult winery. Their Roennfeldt Road Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, made with the mastered aid of Chris Ringland over at Rockford Winery, quickly became regarded as some of the most amazing, long lived, hard to find, Barossa classics out there. With only around 120 cases of these wines made every year they where, and in most years still remain, allocation only wines. I think the help of Robert Parker losing his mind over these wines helped their status a bit too!

Now in 2017 with the gradual addition of a few new vineyards over the years around their property, Michael and Annabelle have created a small distinctive line up of estate only wines from Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache and Mataro. The comparison tasting of up to four different Shiraz parcels (when they are available) for tasting is fantastic  and a great example of terroir definition within such a small area of the Western ridge,Barossa.

In 2016 Greenock Creek Wines relocated to their ‘new’ cellar door in Marananga in a beautifully renovated stone cottage set on the more accessible Seppeltsfield road. The welcoming environment outside of this place is intoxicating and you quickly forget that you are going into a business because it still feels like a home…a boozy boozy home!

You can only taste what they have available so and it is advisable to get their soon after their September release date. Case and bottle amount is vintage dependant and things such as the juicy Mataro sell out very quickly. Every year they fastidiously keep their blocks separate in the winery and whilst their wines are distinctly big Barossans the differences of each vineyard,  and each vintage make it a great insight into the subtleties of site, vine age, vintage and variety.

With the addition of this cellar door it is easy to spend an entire day or two exploring Seppeltsfield road without even touching the rest of the Barossa. The Waugh’s and their team have created a wonderful inviting space that perfectly shows off their love of making great, enduring and delicious wines. With the addition of the newish vineyards they now have wines that are for immediate drinking, and also wines that will definitely reward those with a little patience. So buy a case, or two, and see how these boutique wines mature each year, just as we do too.

Cheers

 

Two Hands Wines

Opening Hours – 10AM – 5PM closed New Years Day, Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day

What’s here – Cellar Door, wines by the glass, back yards cricket and pétanque on the lawn, relaxed sit down or stand up tastings inside and outside on their deck. Long Lunch master classes and regular museum releases using their Euro Cave wine fridge. Oh and two gorgeous Rhodesian Ridgeback girls as resident pat stealers and food scrap gatherers.

Where is it – Two Hands Wines – 273 Neldner Road, Marananga SA 5355

Please heed this warning…do not go to Two Hands Wines with a time limit! Expect the unexpected, enjoy the wine for what they are (Amazing) but don’t take anything to seriously. Get ready for a relaxing tasting that could turn into an afternoon of drinking and wallet lightening! Trust me when I say that not to many people walk away without ordering something to be sent home.

Shannon, Mark and their team in the cellar door embody the true Barossa Valley spirit. They love their wine, they love a chat and can easily make you fall in love with the Barossa all over again just by pouring you something wonderful. If the time allows you may get a private tour through the barrel room and they host wonderful long lunch master classes every Friday afternoon for 8 guests (Bookings essential). The pizzas that Mark creates for these lunches with their outdoor oven are truly a work of art and oh so moreish! Michael Twelftree and his team have created a modern icon with their premium wines. Created in 1999, Shiraz was the wineries main focus, and still is, but now they have diversified to express regional and varietal brilliance from regions in South Australia and even Heathcote in Victoria for one of their Shiraz.  Wine Spectator consistently score their reds in the high 90’s and are well sort after in the U.S and Australian wine markets. In November 2012 Two hands was given their 10th consecutive placement in the top 100 wines for the annual Wine Spectator rankings, a feat unmatched by anyone in the world.

A highlight for me would have to be the Bella’s Garden Barossa Shiraz. Not only is it a great example of the region, it also displays the style of wines Two Hands love to produce. It is varietal, expressive, balanced and confident. This wine is always great upon release but truly blossoms with some time in bottle.

So plan not to have a plan and take the time to head down Seppeltsfield road and trust your taste buds to the team at Two Hands. You may just come away with a new favourite Barossa Shiraz…or two.

JB Wines: About Them and Some Tasting Notes

Joe Barritt with his parents Greg and Lenore have an unassuming gem of a winery that is creating honest, expressive and delicious wines from traditional and ‘alternative’ grapes grown on their property that sits between Bethany and Krondorf. Without a cellar door for people to visit Lenore takes the time to show their wines at the Small Winemakers Centre at Chateau Tanunda, and also at the Novatel for guests staying on property, as part of a revolving roster with other wineries.

After studying and making wine in Australia, France and California Joe now makes the wine as a sixth generation Barossan. This is a true family run business with his father Greg, a former research scientist, lovingly tending to the families vineyards, and his mother Lenore, formerly a school teacher, taking care of the front line with sales, admin and marketing.

The property has been in the family for generations and proudly hold vines with over 100 years of age. Without resting on their laurels, they have planted Pinot Meunier, Clairette and Pinot Blanc to add to their list made up with Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Zinfandel.

Last week Lenore graciously hosted myself and a friend for a tasting at their beautiful home. Most of their sales come from email and direct contact so please get in touch with Lenore via email if you are interested in buying some of these boutique wines and having them sent to your home…lenore@jbwines.com.au

Sparkling and White Wines:

• MV Sparkling Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier

This is a dangerous sparkling! This is my go to wine at home and I buy it by the cases for parties, presents and knock off drinks!! Why? Because it is the best value sparkling that I have come across in a long time. It has the right amount of depth for it to match with food and the right amount of freshness and acidity to make it a refreshing drink. The little bit of sweetness on the finish adds length and the wood age notes from the Pinot Meunier gives interest.

• 2011 ‘Joseph’s’ Clairette

This is an expressive grape variety from the Southern Rhône that has found a home in the Barossa. With tropical fruits mixing with citrus fruits such as mandarin it is a wine that truly shines when matched with seafood, aromatic sauces and lazy afternoons. There is a depth to this white that develops in the glass and brings a soft touch to it that invites you back for more.

• 2012 Pinot Blanc

If you aren’t afraid to have something dry with something sweet, try this with a slice of a citrus based cake. Lenore made us an AMAZING orange curd cake (from her orange tree naturally!) that was to die for. The wine itself is very inviting with  refreshing acidity and rich citrus mid palate. It is rounded and pretty with notes of jasmine coming through as it warms up. This is a white that shouldn’t be poured to you bone chillingly cold because I noticed that it gives you more on the nose and palate as it sits closer to the 20ºc mark.

• 2014 ‘Oh La La ‘ Pinot Meunier Rosé (500ml bottle) 

A new wine for the Barritt team that isn’t really released but one to ask for specifically. This rosé is crisp, dry and crunchy. Stone fruits and cranberries play on the palate and are followed up with subtle hints of blossoms. Being in a 500ml bottle makes it a great aperitif wine.

• MV Syrah, Primitivo

The Barritt family have both the Zinfandel and Primitivo clones planted on their property to create two very different wines. At the moment the Primitivo is blended with Syrah to make a very expressive multi vintage wine. 30% of the wine is made up of Primitivo and really gives this wine a spicy, rich composition. There is a lot of dark fruit  that is surrounded by black liquorice and five spice. Joe also uses some Russian oak for this one and this adds to the tannic structure and balances the fruit and spice.

• 2012 Zinfandel

An intriguing nose greets you with fennel and a meatiness that reminded me of Jamon. It is deep with a savouriness mixed with almost a dried raspberry characteristic. It is a big wine with good tannin and heat (15.2% abv.)

• 2012 ‘McIvor Creek’ Shiraz

Within the property there is a creek that runs through without a name, so they named it themselves! Lenore’s maiden name is McIvor, so her family name is also within the property and its future history. This is the first year that the Shiraz has gained a title and is a great example of how good 2012 was in the Barossa. This is a very friendly wine that is open and generous with its black fruit, blueberry compote, white chocolate and smooth palate. Drink it young and drink it often!

• 2010 Shiraz

Lenore brought out a back vintage for us to try, and rightly so, this wine is looking great and after five years it is starting to develop into a classic Barossa Shiraz. This wine reminds me of what my parents and their friends love about big reds! It is full bodied and rich with red fruits, cedar, vanillin oak, and a slow cooked meat umami character that coats every part of the inside of your mouth…..Think Sunday roast with the fire going in the lounge room.

• 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon  

This is a very expressive Cab Sav to say the least. It is well behaved and shows green capsicum, cassis and mint like it should. But then…with a little air it starts to rebel and brings out flavours and aromas of fresh coffee, dark chocolate and toasted seeds. A very intriguing wine with great structure.

For more information please head to their website. But if you are in the Barossa I strongly suggest you try and make the time to meet with Lenore and taste their wines. The Small Wine Makers Centre is a lovely spot to head to whilst at Chateau Tanunda, or contact them direct via the website or email.

…and remember don’t take life too seriously (Joe Barritt)

First Drop Wines: Tasting Notes

Tasted these lovely wines with the work team over a sit down tapas style lunch in July by the warm fire. Tastings are done by region, starting with the Adelaide Hills and moving through the Barossa and ending in the McLaren Vale….Not all of there wines are available for tasting but I would recommend buying a bottle of their ‘Vivo’ Arneis for a seriously good white wine and one of the ‘Fat of the Land’ Shiraz’s for something special. Check out their Website for a full list of their wines.

• 2014 ‘Endless Summer’ Pinot Grigio

From a high cool vineyard in Lobethal. A crisp refreshing white with crunchy pear and apple highlighted by thirst quenching fresh acidity.

• 2013 ‘Mére et Fils’ Chardonnay

From up in Woodside (home of amazing cheese!) this wine is buttery, toasty goodness! The days of big chardonnay’s are not over, they are just more refined and balanced. By using 30% new oak and barrel fermentation the boys have kept the richness in check and allowed the honeydew and acidity to play there respective parts alongside the vanilla and almond. Oh and good luck with the back label!!!

• 2011 ‘The Big Blind’ Nebbiolo, Barbera

Right next to the Barossa boundary this Kersbrook vineyard has created a “fruity and full on wine”. These were my first written words about this one. Cherry cola, cloves, perfume, coffee and fruit jubes. Just a few descriptors! This wine intrigues me with its Nebbiolo colour, Barbera juicy mid palate and new world bold tannin structure. One to try and judge for yourself.

• 2012 ‘Minchia’ Montepulciano

For those with a sense of humour, look up the translation of the name…. This is a sexy smooth wine made with Kersbrook grapes. It is a dense style with a meaty front and fruity back. Lots of dark cherry and  acidity ensure this wine has a good length and will appeal to those looking for an easy drinking, food friendly red wine.

• 2014 ‘The Matador’ Garnacha

From Rosedale on the outskirts of the Barossa Valley. Drink this one whilst it’s young and full of vibrancy. A structured, light version of the Grenache grape that gives ode to it’s Spanish heritage. It is floral, and spicy with a cured meat note that is highlighted with white pepper and a light body…..cheese and meat platter anyone?!

• 2013 ‘Mother’s Milk’ Shiraz

A combination of Seppeltsfield and Eden Valley fruit. If your mum likes a laugh and a good bottle of wine this would be the perfect Christmas gift. The wine is a great shade of purple and has a nice mix of blackberry, olive and smoky wood. The use of stalk gives structure and interest to this wine and takes it away from your typical big Barossa Shiraz.

• 2012 ‘Half and Half’ Shiraz, Monastrell

Three vineyards sites are utilised for this wine, Rosedale, Eden Valley and Moculta. This is a great drink now wine that you would want to buy to consume immediately. It is chocolate coated with five spice, but then there is a note of fennel, but then there are blue fruits, then there are sweet fruits. It is full of flavour and full of appeal that evolves in the glass and keeps the conversation flowing.

• 2012 ‘The Pintor’ Tempranillo   

New World meets Old World. Coming off a vineyard outside of Rosedale on the way to Gawler, they use 70% new oak, both French and American, The boys employee long maceration and show their appreciation for Rioja tradition, but, it is a Barossan wine! There is a good amount of bright cherry fruit and tannin that makes this a wine suited to spice and will develop nicely over time.

• 2012 ‘Nacional’ Touriga Nacional

From the Willunga Foothills comes this Portuguese national best known as a major player in their beloved Port. As a table wine this grape is generous with its fruit and the drinkability is amazing. Raspberry and raspberry leaf tea notes lead to hints of raisins and a port like characteristic on the finish (Or I might just be imagining that!)

• 2012 ‘Quinta Do Sul’ Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz

Two Port varieties rightly blended together, from Willunga once again, have created a beautiful savoury red with flavours of tobacco, forest floor, native berry, chocolate blended and held together with great acidity and grippy tannins.

• 2013 Mother’s Ruin’ Cabernet Sauvignon

We are still in the Willunga Foothills for this one. Shut your eyes and smell that Cabernet! Cassis, chilli, green capsicum seed. The colour is vibrant purple and the tannins are long and generous.

• 2010 ‘JR Gantos’ Cabernet Sauvignon, Touriga Nacional

From that magical vineyard in the Willunga Foothills! Blackcurrants wrapped up in chocolate with notes of blackcurrant leaf and oak. A serious wine that you can lay down to sleep but if you like em’ big this is one for you

Murray Street Vineyards

Opening Hours – Open 10am to 6pm daily except Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Year’s Day. Bookings are recommended for large groups

What’s here – Cellar Door, wines by the glass, regional platter, coffee, relaxed sit down tastings inside and outside, and Artisans at Greenock which is a community fundraising event held on the second Friday afternoon of the month during the warmer months of the year.

Where is it – Murray Street Vineyard– Murray St, Greenock SA 5360

Murray Street Vineyards wonderfully marries traditional Barossa and its sense of hospitality, with future winemaking and sustainable vineyard management. The Cellar Door is located, as the name suggests, on the main street of Greenock with their impressive winery sitting on top of the hill just behind. With it’s great outlook over the vineyard and open skies this place is relaxing, invigorating and feels like it is in a world of its own.

The tastings are done in a sit down style with plenty of space for groups and individuals alike. The style of wine here is definitely confident and unashamedly Barossan! But why would you want to be any other way! With two whites and one rosé you quickly delve into the world of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro (Mourvèdre, Monstrell, Etrangle Chien- look that one up!!) There is a gradual change occurring in the labels and in the naming of these wines so it may require you to do a few return trips to the cellar door just to keep up with the evolution of this winery….I Insist.

You guessed it, they do their own style of platters here. With a menu in hand you can choose which cheese(s) you would like to be on the spread with a pot of pate, an amazing warm serve of fruit bread and sides to finish it off. I am a glutton so I did a very good job at almost getting through the following by myself but I would suggest sharing so as not to leave feeling concerned about your waistline like yours truly! It is a great lunch to graze over whilst having a friendly tasting or with a glass or two of wine.

MSV, as the locals call it, is one of the last places to close at 6pm so it is one that you can finish with, take your time at or spend all day there if you like. With a friendly team and great outlook this is a cellar door that is definitely worthy of your repeat business and also its most recent award for the ‘Barossa Winery of the year’ at the Melbourne International Wine Competition.

Cheers

Hobbs of Barossa Ranges: About Them and Some Tasting Notes

Greg and Allison Hobbs are Champs! I don’t think I have come across an nicer couple with such humility and passion for both their wines and their bit of soil that they call home. The thing is, they make seriously good wines. Just try one of their dessert wines and you will never look at sweet wines the same way again. And the Gregor, well I think that the 2012 is the best current release Shiraz going around the Barossa right now, hand to heart.

The Hobbs’ live up in the Barossa Ranges near the Kaiserstuhl Conservation Park, in the Eden Valley. They have around 15 acres of vines and are custodians of old Shiraz vines planted in the early 1900’s. They follow organic and biodynamic principles to manage their vineyards and are lucky enough to have had Chris Ringland (their neighbour also) as their original winemaker and now Pete Schell as their current winemaker. Both are true champions of the trade.

I have put my blurb and tasting notes together on this one (and a few others in the future) because their ‘Cellar Door’ is Artisans of the Barossa and that place warrants it’s own write up.

Dry Wines:

2013 ‘With Freckles’ Semillon RS27

It is unmistakably Semillon! Wood sorrel (sour sobs) and Meyer lemon are the first to meet your nose with green tropical fruits and a little hint of sweetness that lengthens the acids and the finish. Drink up now and enjoy with some oysters.

2013 ‘With Freckles’ Viognier

A great balance is found between the citrus fruits and the orchard fruits. The lemons and apricots place nice together and are complimented with a nice round oily palate and ginger hints on the finish.

2013 ‘Tin Lids’ Shiraz Cabernet

This Aussie classic blend starts all earthy with black pepper and oak then opens up to cassis, red pepper, licorice and blackberry. Great acid keeps this red bright and is the ‘lightest’ red in their range. Buy it, Drink it, Enjoy it!

2012 ‘Tango’ Shiraz Viognier

Co-fermented red grapes and juice with white skins. Satsuma plums jumped to the nose with white pepper, sweet oak and native berry. This wine is generous and solid, but the bright acidity and new oak presence shows that this wine will age for a good ten years.

(Back Vintage) 2004 Shiraz Viognier

The rewards of waiting for a wine to be ready. After eleven years the wine has mellowed the primaries but lost none of its strength. Rich, generous and oh so smooth. Notes of truffle, earth and dried violets.

2013 ‘1905’ Shiraz

As the name implies this is from their vines planted just after the turn of the century. A lot of fruit is in this wine with bark berries and blue fruit compote. A meaty note reminds me of cure meats with good spice. It is layered in flavour which is highlighted with grainy tannins and a long fresh length.

2012 ‘Gregor’ Shiraz

A long time favourite of mine and an amazing representation of what is so special about Barossa Shiraz. This Shiraz is made in an amarone style that makes this wine super complex, layered and designed to live for a very long time. It is full of lively dark fruits, meaty notes, white pepper, raisins, sultana, leather….the list goes on. Do yourself a favour and buy a few bottles before it sells out, drink one now and lay the rest down.

Dessert Wines (Vin Santo style):

2005 White Frontignac

Fluorescent yellow, it impresses from the moment it is poured into the glass. It is a tropical wines with passionfruit, lycee and ends with lemon curd, quince and a spicy aroma that manages to still finish fresh.

2006 Semillon

Once again this has an amazing colour to it. It is more floral and honeyed than the White Frontignac and takes on an almond note and sweet mandarin acidity, but is rich and round on the palate and just delicious.

2006 Viognier

A beautifully balanced wine with apricots and pears showing. It isn’t as luscious as the Semillon or as tropical as the White Frontignac but it is denser in texture and length. Yum!

One more thing. Greg loves to host tastings so please give him a call or send them an email. Just visit their website for their details and get ready for a fun afternoon and great wines.

Cheers

First Drop Wines- The Home of the Brave

Opening Hours – Wednesday to Saturday 10am-4pm

What’s here – Cellar Door, tapas, wines by the glass, souvenirs , coffee, and a relaxing vibe

Where is it – 30-38 Barossa Valley Way, Nuriootpa SA 5355 (next to the railway crossing in Nuriootpa)

I can honestly say that this is fast becoming my local lunch stop on a Thursday afternoon! This newly fitted Cellar Door has been open for mere months and they are kicking goals. The outside façade sets the tone of what the interior has to offer in regards to décor, service, wines and food. This is a fun place that isn’t afraid to poke a bit of fun at oneself or at others for that matter! The place needs to be seen and experienced to really get a feel for what the boys are about.

Check out the website for a preview of the place, the wines and the fun sense of humour behind this label. Created by Matt Gant and John Retsas, this label  was imaginatively created to make great wines from great places in South Australia.

There are three regions on show here so make sure you take the time to taste through the range and order some wonderful meats and cheeses whilst you are at it. With indoor and outdoor seating you can choose to be cosy near the fire or chase the rays in the fresh air.

The team at First Drop hit the ground running and have done a great job in impressing the locals, and in creating a new experience for visitors that entice both to come back again and again.

Cheers

 

Sieber Road Wines

Opening Hours – 7 day, 11 am to 4pm. Closed Christmas Day

What’s here – Winery, Cellar Door, Vineyards, Sieber family home and farm

Where is it – Sieber Road, Seppeltsfield,5355

Richard and Val Sieber have opened the doors to their home and created a welcoming, comfortable cellar door with plenty of room to enjoy their wines and take in the wonderful views from atop the hill. More than likely you will be hosted by Val herself, with her big smile and genuine attention making you feel right at home.

This hands on multipurpose farm was inherited by Richard and Val , when the irrigation scheme was rolled out in 1997 the Sieber family seized the opportunity to plant the beginnings of their 40 acres. This was literally done by hand including Val installing the irrigation drippers herself! The running of the vineyard, the winery (recently completed) and the farm truly is a family affair with their boys assisting with the day to day tasks needed to make this a successful passion. Today they have 30 acres of Shiraz, 5 acres of Viognier and 2.5 acres each of Grenache and Mataro.   

Sieber Rd has eight wines to taste through. The Viognier is a wonderful way to start and shows the potential for this grape variety on the western side of the Barossa. Their flagship Shiraz, and the big award winner, ‘Special Release Shiraz’ is the highlight and a great way to finish as its flavours definitely amble on the palate.

The Cellar Door has plenty of space, seating and a beautiful outdoor area, so this is a nice family friendly venue. Don’t come with a time limit to follow ( I made this mistake!) as you will find this to be a relaxed and friendly tasting that is easy to linger on.

Cheers

Atze’s Corner Wine

Opening Hours – Open by appointment only

What’s here – Winery, estate vineyard, big beautiful dog and the Kalleske Home,

Where is it – 451 Research Road, Nuriootpa, 5355

Catching up with Andy Kalleske is like catching up with an old mate. Yes he is trying to sell me wine and I am trying to find wine for the list but his easy going nature always makes me feel like we are picking up the conversation where we left it last time around. Last years winery tour led to his Vermentino,which we tasted from tank, being on the wines by the glass list and as an amazing match for our tomato dish over the summer months of 2014/2015.

The Kalleske name is affiliated with many vineyards and somewhat recently some amazing ‘new’ wineries in the Barossa Valley (established in the last 10-15 years). The Kalleske clan were one of the first families to plant roots in the valley and as a result there are many off shoots from the original stock. Andrew Kalleske and his parents John and Barb Kalleske are the proud caretakers of vineyards in Ebenezer, Koonunga and the Valley Floor around their home.

With Ryan Johns as his right hand man Andy has created some wonderfully expressive wines from the traditional Barossa varieties and from some relative new comers to the area, such as Vermentino, Graciano, and Durif

With no Cellar Door, you either have to call Andy direct to see  about catching up for a tour of the winery and a tasting, or jump onto their website to send an email or to buy the wines direct. Even if you haven’t had a wine from Atze’s Corner before, buying  one or more of these vino’s before you try will leave you feeling rewarded.

Cheers