About
Paracombe Wines is an award-winning family-owned winery perched high on a 1.7 billion-year-old ancient plateau in Paracombe, Adelaide Hills. The winery has deep roots in the region — born from the ashes of the 1983 Ash Wednesday bushfires, when the family planted their first vines on an old dairy farm and made wine in a tin shed. Today they produce a diverse range of premium wines including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Shiraz, made with a gentle, minimal-intervention approach; all wines are vegan-friendly. The cellar door is open by appointment, offering an intimate personal experience with food and wine pairings showcasing the best of local ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Paracombe Wines organic or biodynamic?
Paracombe Wines emphasises sustainability and minimal-intervention winemaking. Their public materials describe their practices as ecological and environmentally conscious, though no specific organic or biodynamic certification body is cited.
How do I visit the cellar door?
The cellar door at 294B Paracombe Road, Paracombe SA operates by appointment only. This ensures a personal, unhurried tasting experience. Contact the winery on +61 8 8380 5058 or via their website to book.
What wines does Paracombe produce?
The range centres on Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Shiraz, with a philosophy of producing expressive wines from their distinctive high-altitude Adelaide Hills terroir. Interesting blends and emerging varieties also feature in the lineup. All wines are vegan-friendly.
What is the history of Paracombe Wines?
The winery traces its origins to the aftermath of the 1983 Ash Wednesday bushfires, when the family replanted their land — formerly a dairy farm — with vines and began producing wine from a tin shed. That resilient, family-driven spirit continues to define the estate today.