Overview
Balnaves of Coonawarra Vineyard was established in 1975, and is situated at the southern end of the Coonawarra Terra Rossa strip. The Balnaves family have been associated with the district since 1855 with the first wines under the Balnaves of Coonawarra label being produced in 1990. We remain fully committed to a high level of ‘hands-on’ involvement and look forward to sharing our passion with you.
We aim to produce consistently high quality wines from fruit sourced from our own Coonawarra vineyards, reflecting the unique flavours, character and quality of fruit grown in this area, as well as the variation of seasons in this cool climate area.
Family
Doug & Annette Balnaves started in the wine industry in the early 1970s when they sold their farm and planted their own vineyard here. Their children Pete & Kirsty joined them in 1990, when the first Balnaves wines were produced.
History
Doug & Annette Balnaves started in the wine industry in the early 1970s when they sold their farm to what was Hungerford Hill.
William Wilson
William Wilson was born in Fife Shire, Scotland in 1816,he worked as a gardener, then served in the British army in Corfu, before immigrating to Australia and settling in Penola in 1861.
Our Vineyards
Since the planting of the first 5 hectares of vines in 1975, the Balnaves vineyards have grown steadily…
Philosophy
Our aim is to produce consistently high quality wines, reflecting unique flavours, character and quality.. Our winemaking philosophy is to maximize and build complexity and structure in all the wines. The wines show complex fruit oak and tannin aromas, and rich yet fine palate structures, with noticeable texture as well as flavour on the finish.
Sustainability & Responsibility
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.
People
Coonawarra
Coonawarra has developed an enviable reputation as a producer of premium table wines, particularly the dry red table wines.
Community
Balnaves of Coonawarra understand the importance of supporting community events and charities and are proud to support many organisations.
