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Renowned for its high number of grape producing wineries, Coonawarra is recognised as one of finest wine regions in Australia. The Coonawarra wine region is located just 60kms north of Mount Gambier.

Coonawarra is rich in the bright coloured terra rossa soil which, along with the limestone rich soil and pure underground water, creates the perfect conditions for vineyards in this area.

Coonawarra Wineries List, Wine Region, Restaurants, Map, Accommodation SA




The Coonawarra Wine Region has a number of world-class red wine producing wineries, particularly known for their classic Cabernet Sauvignon. In total, there are 36 Coonawarra wineries and vineyards found in various beautiful locations around the area.

Most of the wineries and vineyards offer cellar door sales and wine tastings. There are plenty of wine tour operators that will take visitors door to door where many of these renowned wines can be sampled and purchased. In fact, wine tours to Coonawarra rank as one of the most popular tourist activities when visiting this region and therefore visitors will have no trouble booking a tour with one of the many operators servicing the area.

Some of the most popular brands located at Coonawarra are Wynns, Katnook Estate, Rymill, Hollick and Majella Wines.
Visitors choosing to drive to Coonawarra will get an opportunity to see the gorgeous scenic views of the county and its surroundings. Many of the wineries also have onsite restaurants, where you can match local produce or food dishes with quality house wines.

Click the links below to explore the full range of Coonawarra Wineries.



Penley Estate

Penley Estate

Coonawarra, SA

Penley Estate is a premier wine producer, located in the beautiful township of Coonawarra. The acres of lush vineyards offer a scenic venue for any special celebration. While visiting Coonawarra, come here on a day trip...

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Hollick Estates

Hollick Estates

Penola, SA

Hollick Estates is a boutique winery located on the famed terra rossa soils of Coonawarra. They are renowned for their extensive range of premium table wines, including several alternative varietals. All of which can be...

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Katnook Estate

Katnook Estate

Coonawarra, SA

Katnook Estate is one of the most popular and highly acclaimed wineries in the Coonawarra region. Visitors to Katnook Estate should make sure that they try the Katnook’s wide array of both white and red wines...

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Majella Wines

Majella Wines

Coonawarra, SA

Majella Wines is Coonawarra’s best-hidden secret. This beautiful winery setting is popular for tours, tasting and buying. In fact, this winery is regarded as one of the premium wine producers in this region. You...

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Koonara Wines

Koonara Wines

Penola, SA

Koonara Wines is a popular wine producer in Coonawarra and South Australia. This winery uses their own farm-grown grapes to create authentic hand-crafted wines. Koonara Wines always emphasise their traditional hand...

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Redman Wines

Redman Wines

Coonawarra, SA

Redman Wines is a family-owned winery business started by the Redman family in 1908. Today, Redman’s is a famous winery in Coonawarra that produces many excellent wines. Redman Wines still follows their family...

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Rymill Coonawarra

Rymill Coonawarra

Coonawarra, SA

If you are ever in Coonawarra then try some delicious wines by visiting Rymill Winery. This family-owned business was built in 1990 and even today, this winery is managed by the Rymill family. For the past two decades...

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Zema Estate

Zema Estate

Coonawarra, SA

Zema Estate is a popular Coonawarra winery that was established in 1982 and is a quaint, family-owned winery. Due to the terra rossa soil, this vineyard is able to produce high-quality grapes every year, managing every...

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Bowen Estate

Bowen Estate

Penola, SA

Bowen Estate is a classic winery in South Australia’s Coonawarra wine region. This family-owned winery was started by Doug and Joy Bowen approximately 40 years ago and today is run by the Bowen family’s...

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Parker Coonawarra Estate

Parker Coonawarra Estate

Coonawarra, SA

Parker Coonawarra Estate is a popular winery and vineyard in Coonawarra which utilises the wonderful terra rossa soil to produce some of the finest wine blends in South Australia. The winery is situated approximately...

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Patrick Of Coonawarra

Patrick of Coonawarra

Coonawarra, SA

At the Patrick of Coonawarra Vineyards, the winemakers are committed to creating some of the finest and authentic tasting wines. When you taste their wines, you can make out the differences, with each reflecting an...

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Raidis Estate

Raidis Estate

Penola, SA

Raidis Estate is a Penola-based winery, close to Coonawarra’s world-famous wine region. Raidis Estate is a large vineyard and winery that has two separate vineyards, both vineyards in the Coonawarra wine region...

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Balnaves Of Coonawarra

Balnaves of Coonawarra

Coonawarra, SA

The Coonawarra district in South Australia is known for its wide array of wineries, vineyards, and cellar doors. Just like Victoria’s Yarra Valley, Coonawarra is also known as a wine lover’s paradise. Whilst...

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Wynns Coonawarra Estate

Wynns Coonawarra Estate

Coonawarra, SA

Wynns Coonawarra Estate is nestled right in the heart of Coonawarra. This beautiful winery and vineyard property are one of the most best-loved wineries in South Australia and from the moment you enter the three-gabled...

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Digiorgio Family Wines

DiGiorgio Family Wines

Coonawarra, SA

DiGiorgio Family Wines is a popular family-owned winery in Coonawarra. With an aim to produce excellent quality wines, the DiGiorgio family started this business many years ago. This Italian family moved to Australia in...

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Highbank

Highbank

Coonawarra, SA

If you want to experience a boutique winery in Coonawarra, then visit the beautiful Highbank Winery. This one-of-a-kind winery showcases the true essence of Coonawarra. Walk on the gorgeous vineyard featuring hundreds...

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Brand’s Laira Coonawarra

Brand’s Laira Coonawarra

Coonawarra, SA

The wine region of Coonawarra is home to the well-known vineyard known as Brand’s Laira; a century-old winery and vineyard which has operated since 1893. Later, the property was acquired by the Brands family in...

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Leconfield Coonawarra

Leconfield Coonawarra

Penola, SA

Leconfield is a beautiful winery, run and operated by Dr. Richard Hamilton and his family in Coonawarra, South Australia. Leconfield Coonawarra produces many delicious wines, each boasting an intense aroma, rich flavour...

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Whistle Post

Whistle Post

Coonawarra, SA

Whistle Post is a famous, award-winning winery located in Coonawarra. From its humble beginnings, the family-owned business has grown exponentially over the years, and has now become a leading wine producer in the...

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Banks Thargo Wines

Banks Thargo Wines

Penola, SA

Banks Thargo Wines is located in the Coonawarra region, towards the north-eastern border of Penola and has serviced South Australia for more than two decades. The Banks Thargo family established this beautiful winery...

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Jack Estate Coonawarra

Jack Estate Coonawarra

Coonawarra, SA

Jack Estate is one of Coonawarra’s leading wine producers. The family-owned winery reflects the passion and dedication that goes into winemaking. For wine connoisseurs, nothing captures the region’s prime...

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Wehl’s Mount Benson Vineyards

Wehl’s Mount Benson Vineyards

Mount Benson, SA

Wehl’s Mount Benson Vineyards is set in one of the most picturesque areas in the Mount Benson wine region. As the first vineyard ever in the region, it is easy to see why it is a preferred destination for wine...

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Yalumba Coonawarra Estate

Yalumba Coonawarra Estate

Angaston, SA

Yalumba is well-known for its Menzies Wine Room and Vineyard, and when you visit this estate, you will see an extensive native vegetation area surrounding the property. It took approximately six years for Yalumba to...

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The Blok Coonawarra

The Blok Coonawarra

Penola, SA

The Blok Coonawarra is a beautiful and quaint winery, with many visitors often coming here for a cellar door wine tasting tour. In summer, the estate’s manicured garden turns verdant with lush foliage and wild...

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Wangolina Winery & Vineyard

Wangolina Winery & Vineyard

Mount Benson, SA

The Wangolina Winery & Vineyard is a beautiful boutique vineyard located at the heart of the Mount Benson Wine Region within the Limestone Coast. Wangolina is fondly referred to as the place ‘where the...

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