What wineries are in the Coonawarra?

Here are our top five Coonawarra wineries

• Di Giorgio Family Wines. Don’t miss out on visiting the family owned and operated Di Giorgio Family Wines.
• Katnook Estate.
• Leconfield Wines.
• Rymill Coonawarra.
• Wynns Coonawarra Estate.
• Zema Estate.

How many wineries are there in the Coonawarra?

36 Coonawarra wineries
The region is one of many from the Limestone Coast Wine Zone in South Australia; giving Coonawarra wineries an intricate maritime influence that cascades personality and flavour. There are 36 Coonawarra wineries, but Wine Regions Australia has compiled a list of ‘6 Wineries in Coonawarra That Will Tickle Your Fancy’.

Is Coonawarra worth visiting?

It is the oldest and most central town in the Limestone Coast. Nestled within the Coonawarra wine region it has a fascinating history and smorgasbord of food and wine experiences. Stop in at Koonara Wines in the main street to taste a local drop or two and venture on to explore boutique shops, cafes and restaurants.

Is Coonawarra a cool climate?

Climate. As a recognised cool climate wine region, Coonawarra is one of the coolest places in Australia to ripen Cabernet Sauvignon – our grapes develop more complex flavours as a direct result of the longer ripening season and lower yields.

Was Coonawarra a good year 2014?

2014 VINTAGE Season 2014 in Coonawarra will be described by most as one of the longest on record starting Mid February and finishing in the first week of May. The season started with the winter season which was the second wettest in the last 28 years providing a very welcome recharge to the underground aquifer.

For which grape variety is the Clare Valley best known for?

Riesling
Grape varieties The most important white variety is Riesling, with the Clare Valley regarded as its Australian home. Principal red varieties are Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.