Our Winery Vineyard
This vineyard comprises 12 hectares (29 acres) situated behind our winery at Vine Vale. The majority of the vineyard is dedicated to Shiraz, with the eastern block planted between 1996-1998.
A portion of the Shiraz vines were grafted from Chardonnay approximately 10 years ago.
Growing Region
Region: Barossa
Sub Region: Vine Vale
Located in the heart of the Barossa Valley, the Vine Vale sub-region is known for producing exceptional quality grapes. The area's unique terroir and climate conditions contribute to the distinctive character of our wines.
Vineyard Size & Varieties
Total area: 12 hectares
Shiraz: ~11.5 hectares (yields 8-12 tonnes per hectare)
Cabernet Sauvignon: ~2 hectares (yields 6-10 tonnes per hectare)
Grenache: ~0.5 hectares (newly grafted, 11 rows adjacent to Cabernet Sauvignon)
Infrastructure
Bore Details:
- Established: 1994/1995
- Depth: 130 metres
- Water allowance: 12 megalitres
Sustainability Initiatives
We are committed to sustainable vineyard practices, including:
- On-site composting of grape waste (stalks and skins)
- Integrated dam and wastewater management
- Newly installed systems to utilize winery wastewater and harvested rainwater for vineyard irrigation
- Minimized transportation impact through on-site processing
