Bottled with PrideVines were grown on Kangaroo Island as long ago as 1837, but it was 2001 when Australia's newest wine region was declared.
Today, there are 30 growers and around 200 hectares of vines. Visitors can choose from 18 home-grown labels, five of which are being exported to the UK, USA, Europe and Asia.
Tastings? Of course - but prepare to indulge your eyes as well as your palate, with several cellar doors and restaurants enjoying remarkable views.
And if you've got questions about the wine or winemaking, good news: there's every chance the winemaker is somewhere nearby.
Andermel Marron And Two Wheeler Creek Wines  | Location: Harriet Road, Central KI
Opening Hours: Wine & Marron open 10.30am-4.30pm daily. Group tours by arrangement.
Telephone: (08) 8559 4128 or (08) 8559 4114 (Café) Don't miss this threefold opportunity for magnificent marron (freshwater crayfish), wine tastings/sales and café dining. View marron in holding tanks in the farm shed and learn more about this Island icon. Taste a selection of premium red and white wines made from grapes grown on the property - Sauvignon Blanc is a specialty. Select marron, wine and bush tucker sauces to create your own Island feast or dine at the Marron Café beside the native herb garden (last orders 4pm). |
Bay Of Shoals Wines | Location: Cordes Road, Kingscote
Opening hours: 11-5pm daily
Telephone: (08) 8553 0289 Featuring an intimate cellar door, vineyards to the water's edge and outstanding panoramic views, Bay of Shoals Winery is the ideal setting for a memorable wine tasting experience. The winery incorporates pelican and maritime themes throughout and provides tastings of Island wine in its popular pelican glasses. Located just a short drive from historic Reeves Point. |
More Information >>Chapman River Cellar Door | Location: Off Cape Willoughby Road at Antechamber Bay East
Opening Hours: 11am-4:30pm Thursday to Monday. Closed June 19th until September 5th and on days of extreme heat over 40ºC.
Telephone: (08) 8553 1371, (08) 8553 1121
Set in an old tin aircraft hangar, behind the sand dunes at Antechamber Bay, the Chapman River Cellar Door and Art Studio has been a labour of love for Bruce and Diana Keir. Eccentric, welcoming and thoroughly charming there's free tastings of Happiness Wines - from the four acre vineyard just up the hill - delicious platters, cakes and espresso coffee. Relax and enjoy the Chapman River Cellar Door experience - and if you bring the kids, there's a great playground to keep them busy! |
Dudley Wines | Location: Corner of Thomas Willson Street & North Terrace, Penneshaw
Opening Hours: 10-5pm daily
Telephone: (08) 8553 1333 Dudley Wines Cellar Door and Café is located at the gateway to Kangaroo Island in the picturesque township of Penneshaw. Enjoy a glass of fine Dudley wine (nine varieties available) or a coffee, sit back and take in the spectacular sea views over Backstairs Passage towards the Fleurieu Peninsula. Treat yourself to a gourmet lunch from the innovative chef designed menu that has a strong emphasis on local Kangaroo Island and South Australian produce, most of which can be purchased right at the cellar door. |
More Information>>False Cape Wines | Location: Sorrento's Restaurant, North Terrace, Penneshaw
Opening Hours: From 6pm Daily.
Telephone: (08) 8553 1028 (Sorrento's) or (08) 8537 3017 (Winery) False Cape established their vineyard on the Dudley Peninsula in 1999 and have been consistently producing quality whites and reds ever since. Although widely available around the Island, False Cape has their home at Sorrento's Restaurant at the KI Seafront Resort. Enjoy a pre-dinner tasting of the False Cape range and find the perfect bottle to compliment your dinner in the restaurant. |
More Information >>Islander Estate Vineyards | Location: Bark Hut Road, near Parndana
Opening Hours: By appointment only.
Telephone: (08) 8553 9008 / 0429 886 711 Find out what inspired French honeymooner, Jacques Lurton, to choose Kangaroo Island as the ideal Australian site for wine making. Enjoy a fully guided tour of the 11ha vineyard and stateof-the-art winery. Take your time and select from The Islander Estate's premium range of wines.
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More Information>>Kangaroo Island Spirits | Location: Playford Highway, Cygnet River
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Sunday 11-4pm or by appointment.
Telephone: (08) 8553 9211
South Australia's first and only boutique distillery. All products are handmade in small batches using hand crafted copper pot stills. The range includes a honey and walnut liqueur, anisette, and a strawberry and vanilla liqueur. Visit the intimate cellar door for a tasting or an espresso coffee. |
More Information>>Rookery Wines | Location: Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, Willsons Road, MacGillivray.
Opening Hours: 9am-2pm daily.
Telephone: (08) 8553 8228 (Emu Ridge); (08) 8553 9099 (Winery)
Rookery Wines produce small quantities of their range with a focus on ensuring the highest quality in every bottle. This small, family-owned winery consistently receive top reviews for their wines and have won awards at wine shows Australia-wide. Rookery Wines have their cellar door outlet at Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery where visitors can taste and purchase their diverse range of wines. |
Sunset Winery  | Location: Hog Bay Road, Penneshaw
Opening Hours: 11-5pm daily
Telephone: (08) 8553 1378 Ideally located on the main road, just 6kms west of Penneshaw, Sunset offers visitors stunning elevated 180-degree sea views of Eastern Cove and beyond. Enjoy a complimentary wine tasting or relax on the outdoor deck with a glass of wine and a savoury platter featuring local cheese and regional produce. Coffee and muffins are available for purchase, as is a range of local produce and art. |
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