About
Sinclair's Gully Winery sits on a private 20-acre nature sanctuary at Norton Summit in the Adelaide Hills, farming with biodynamic methods and native grasses to nurture healthy soils. The estate is best known for one of South Australia's most extensive hand-disgorged sparkling wine ranges — four varieties rated over 91 points — alongside Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, plus sourced Barossa Shiraz and McLaren Vale Grenache. The cellar door opens Sundays from September through May, and the unique "Fizzology" sessions let guests hand-disgorgue and cork their own bottles. The property doubles as an intimate micro-wedding venue and sits adjacent to Morialta Conservation Park on the Heysen and Yurrebilla trails.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Sinclair's Gully Winery use organic or biodynamic practices?
The vineyard is farmed using biodynamic methods and native grasses to promote soil health. No formal certification body is stated on their website, so this is best described as biodynamic-method farming rather than certified organic.
When is the cellar door open?
The cellar door is open Sundays 12pm–4pm from September through May. It closes over winter (roughly late May to end of August). Weekday visits or orders can be arranged by calling ahead.
What are the Fizzology sessions?
Fizzology is a hands-on sparkling wine experience where guests hand-disgorgue and cork their own bottle of sparkling wine to take home. Bookings are required; check the winery website for pricing and availability.
What wines does Sinclair's Gully produce?
The range includes four hand-disgorged sparkling wines, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grown in the Adelaide Hills, plus Shiraz (Barossa fruit) and Grenache (McLaren Vale fruit).