Parker

Despite the passing of John Parker in 2002, the privately owned estate continues with a vision for paramount quality and expression of place under the watchful eye of head winemaker Andrew Hardy, head viticulturist Brett Williams and a team of passionate vignerons and winemakers.

“It’s the close-knit community here that makes a difference for me,” says Brett. “It’s a supportive community and you can always get help if you want it. We grow the best Cabernet in the world so I get really excited about that.”

"My motivation is to achieve excellence,” says Brett. “I want to be as good as I can at what I do. And I’m pretty proud of some of the fruit I’m growing, for sure.”

Parker Coonawarra Estate Wines is an iconic Australian wine producer located in the Coonawarra region of South Australia. The estate has a long history dating back to 1890 when the Parker family first established their vineyards. Today, Parker Coonawarra Estate Wines is known for producing exceptional red wines that are highly sought after by wine enthusiasts all over the world.

The winery's philosophy is centered around producing wines that are a true reflection of the terroir of the Coonawarra region. The estate's vineyards are planted on the famous terra rossa soil, which is renowned for producing some of the finest red wines in the world. Parker Coonawarra Estate Wines is particularly known for their Cabernet Sauvignon, which is rich and full-bodied with intense blackcurrant and berry flavors. They also produce a range of other red wines, including Shiraz, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, as well as a limited amount of Chardonnay.

Parker Coonawarra Estate Wines employs traditional winemaking techniques, with a focus on minimal intervention in the vineyard and winery. The grapes are handpicked and sorted, and fermentation takes place in small batches using wild yeast. The wines are aged in French oak barrels for up to 24 months, resulting in complex and well-structured wines that are a true expression of the Coonawarra region.