Coonawarra SA

They say a good day starts with good coffee and ends with good wine… Today was a good day 😊

After a (not) quick coffee stop at the Metro Bakery in Mt Gambier (credit though to their sourdough loaf) we headed north towards the wine growing region of Coonawarra, famed for its age-worthy reds and strip of terra rossa ('red soil') – one of the most valuable patches of earth in Australian wine🍷

Our first stop was at Parker Estate, a relative newcomer to the region but a strong contender nonetheless. The kids entertained themselves playing poker on the lawn out front, much to the amusement of staff 😆

Next up we tasted the offerings at Hollick Estate, a boutique winery renowned for its high-quality wines from both Coonawarra and nearby Wrattonbully. This was a definite winner and our favourite of the day, so much so that we’re now a ‘Friend of Hollick’ and a case of their finest heavier after signing up for their member's deal!

For lunch we chanced Brand’s Laira cellar door. It had been recommended for their lunch platters, which were good, but after two cracking starts we were uninspired by their wines.

We promptly moved on to Majella Wines, another excellent recommendation from Dan’s sommelier friend. The friendly and informative service adding to the experience.

Back at the van the boys enjoyed a good old fashioned water fight before heading to dinner at Mac’s Hotel, where I enjoyed a Majella rosé while Anthony and Dan tried a dessert beer 🤪🍻Read more