Sinclair's Gully
Nestled in the picturesque Adelaide Hills, just 20 minutes from Adelaide's CBD, Sinclair's Gully is a boutique winery that offers a unique blend of exceptional wines, stunning natural beauty, and eco-friendly practices. This family-owned winery, established in 1998, provides wine enthusiasts with an unforgettable experience that goes beyond mere wine tasting.
Location and Setting
Sinclair's Gully is set on a breathtaking 20-acre property in Norton Summit. The winery is surrounded by a towering Candlebark gum forest, creating a serene and picturesque backdrop for wine tasting and events. The property also serves as a nature sanctuary, home to over 130 species of native plants and 66 species of native birds, some of which are rare or threatened.
Sustainable Winemaking
The Delaney family, owners of Sinclair's Gully, are passionate about sustainable viticulture. They employ biodynamic methods and focus on soil health, using native grasses in the vineyard to encourage beneficial insects. This commitment to eco-friendly practices has earned them numerous awards for environmental protection and eco-tourism. In fact, Sinclair's Gully operates the only ECO-certified cellar door in the Adelaide Hills.
Wine Portfolio
Sinclair's Gully specializes in cool-climate wines that reflect the unique characteristics of the Adelaide Hills region. Their portfolio includes:
Sparkling Wines: The winery is fast becoming regarded as the Hills' sparkling specialist, offering one of the largest sparkling wine ranges in the Adelaide Hills.
White Wines: Cool climate Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.
Red Wines: Pinot Noir from the Adelaide Hills, Shiraz from the Barossa, and Grenache from McLaren Vale.
Many of their wines have been rated over 91 points by James Halliday, a testament to their quality and craftsmanship.
Cellar Door Experience
The cellar door at Sinclair's Gully offers a rustic and intimate tasting experience. Open on Sundays from 12 pm to 4 pm between September and May, visitors can enjoy:
Wine tastings
Picnics under the towering Candlebark gums
Wildflower walks in spring
Opportunities to spot native wildlife, including black cockatoos at dusk
Unique Experiences
Fizzology Sessions
For sparkling wine enthusiasts, Sinclair's Gully offers "Fizzology Sessions" where visitors can learn the art of making sparkling wine. Participants get to hand disgorge, dosage, and cork their own bottle of 94-point sparkling Rubida to take home.
Forest Weddings and Events
The winery specializes in intimate forest weddings and events, offering a unique, natural setting for special occasions.
Music Events
Throughout the year, Sinclair's Gully hosts various music events, allowing visitors to enjoy live performances in a stunning natural amphitheater.
Sinclair's Gully offers wine lovers a chance to "uncork conservation" and discover the wild side of wine. With its commitment to sustainability, exceptional wines, and breathtaking natural setting, it's a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the Adelaide Hills wine region.