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Howard Vineyard

Australia - South Australia - Adelaide Hills
Lot 1, 53 Bald HIlls Road, Nairne , 5252
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Howard Vineyard

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  • Adelaide Hills
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About us

Howard Vineyard is a stunning family owned Adelaide Hills winery and wedding venue located near Nairne, just 25 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD. Set amongst the rolling vines, towering gum trees, and terraced lawns, sits the Howard Vineyard Cellar Door, a beautifully restored stone barn.


History

The winery takes its name from pioneering horticulturist Amos William Howard who, in 1889, discovered subterranean clover growing naturally on the site where the Howard Vineyard Cellar Door stands today. His find led to a major contribution in pasture productivity in the Adelaide Hills area and throughout rural Australia, a thriving clover seed export industry continues to this day. Established in the late 1990s, the Howard Vineyard Group purchased a site at Nairne and another at Schoenthal, with the view to planting vines and creating a quality boutique wine brand. The Howard Vineyard brand was established in 2005 and the Cellar Door opened in November 2006. Since then the business and the brand have steadily grown with our wines fast becoming known for their delicate notes and fruit purity, a distinctive characteristic of our single vineyard grapes.

Vineyard & Terroir

To make great wine it takes time and patience, but that’s only part of the story. Great wines also come from the right vineyard sites. At Howard Vineyard our wines are a true expression of the terroir, which loosely translated means, ‘a sense of place’. We have carefully selected the sites at which we grow each of our varieties to take full advantage of the qualities and the effects that the local environment has on the production of our wines. We believe we have two of the best sites in the Adelaide Hills region and that is why our vines produce high quality, clean, fresh grapes. The Nairne vineyard was planted to 24 hectares and lies at elevations of 360 to 390 metres. The property lies at the northern end of a valley which culminates in a plateau at the Nairne Summit at 410 metres. Gentle north west facing slopes on the vineyard gives good exposure of fruit to the sun although perhaps the most important feature of the vineyards is the red loam soils which provide good drainage, giving a fine mineral structure to our wines. This unique microclimate in the Adelaide Hills enables us to produce red wines with great fruit purity, complexity and structure. Together these two features underlie the quality of the wines at Howard Vineyard and provide perfect conditions for our cool climate red varieties of Shiraz, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The Schoenthal Vineyard was planted to 36 hectares and provides an excellent site for Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. The higher elevation of 410 to 450 metres of the Schoenthal Vineyard ensures a long cool ripening period ideal for intense flavour development and fresh crisp acidity. Perfect for sparkling and white wines.

At The Winery

Cellar Door: 

Enjoy the Howard Vineyard experience at our Cellar Door. Nestled between the vines and the ghost gums, the Howard Vineyard Cellar Door is Located near Nairne in the Adelaide Hills, just 25 kilometres from the Adelaide CBD.

Take a stroll around our beautifully manicured gardens, relax on the large patio overlooking the terraced lawns, cosy up in front of the fire at our Cellar Door and, of course, enjoy our award winning wines.

Weddings at Howard Vineyard: 

At Howard Vineyard we can help turn your dream day into a stunning reality. We’ll carefully craft an exclusive bespoke wedding experience for you and your guests, ensuring that your special day is truly unforgettable. We invite you to come and have a look at our wedding venue, enjoy our wines, stroll through the grounds and picture your special day in this beautiful vineyard setting. We have a range of stunning indoor and outdoor locations for your ceremony, reception and bridal photos. We cater for any wedding theme from vintage right through to contemporary styles. 

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10-5
Thursday 10-5
Friday 10-5
Saturday 10-5
Sunday 10-5
Particular days Closed Public Holidays

Press & Awards

2014 & 2015 Finalists in Restaurant & Catering Wedding Caterer of the Year

Awarded 5 Star Winery in James Halliday's 2015 Wine Companion 

96 Points James Halliday Gold Medal Wine Showcase Magazine - Amos 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon

Trophy - Best Pinot Gris Adelaide Hills Wine Show - Clover 2014 Pinot Gris 

91 Points The Winefront - Amos 2013 Shiraz

93 Points James Halliday - Amos 2012 Chardonnay 

95 Points Wine Showcase Magazine - Amos 2014 Chardonnay 

93 Points Gold Medal Wine Showcase Magazine - Clover 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon

93 Points Gold Medal Wine Showcase Magazine - Clover 2013 Shiraz

Best in Class Royal Adelaide Wine Show - Picnic 2013 Cabernet Shiraz

Our Wines

  • Vintage
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  • Howard Vineyard wine
  • 2015
  • Picnic Sauvignon Blanc
  • Sauvignon Blanc
  • Adelaide Hills
  • $22.00

Winemaker Comments

The Adelaide Hills produces the best Sauvignon Blanc in Australia. We believe this wine is no exception. The fruit for the 2015 Sauvignon Blanc is harvested in the middle of the night from Howard Vineyard (Block 5 and 10). This single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc from our Nairne displays tropical passionfruit, gooseberry and pineapple on the nose. The palate delivers white grapefruit, citrus and Summer herbs. A rich mouthfeel and lively acidity provide length and freshness to the finish. Drink in the Sun or perfect for a Picnic!

  • Howard Vineyard wine
  • 2015
  • Picnic Rose
  • Rose
  • Adelaide Hills
  • $22.00

Winemaker Comments

Our 2015 Picnic Cabernet Franc Rose emulates a dry, Loire Valley style Cabernet D’Anjou. The grapes were picked at night to reduce colour and are chilled in the press for 8 hours to preserve delicate varietal characters. We gently and slowly press the grapes, giving low extraction and intensity of fruit. We believe Cabernet Franc to be perfect for Rose due to its light aromatic profile and gorgeous bright salmon colour. Aromas of cherry, strawberry and musk lead on to a fresh and lively palate with an abundance of red cherries and strawberries. This wine is savoury in style, with crisp, crunchy finish. Its dryness makes for a top aperitif style for Spring and Summer. Perfect for a Picnic! Winemaker: Tom Northcott

  • Howard Vineyard wine
  • 2014
  • Picnic Red (Cabernet/Shiraz)
  • Cabernet Shiraz
  • Adelaide Hills
  • $22.00

Winemaker Comments

The Picnic Cabernet Shiraz is a blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Shiraz and 20% Cabernet Franc. This medium bodied red is 100% estate grown from the warm Howard Vineyard site in Nairne. Rich plums, rhubarb and spice aromas accompany the bright crimson colour. The balanced palate is filled with red berries, plums, toasty oak spice and finishes with delightful, soft tannins. This wine showcases the superb blending characteristics of Shiraz and Cabernets, the “Great Australian Red”. A classic pizza, pasta and BBQ wine perfect for a Picnic! Winemaker: Tom Northcott “A perfect BBQ wine to enjoy with friends.” Winemaker Tom Northcott

  • Howard Vineyard wine
  • 2015
  • Clover Pinot Gris
  • Pinot Gris
  • Adelaide Hills
  • $28.00

Winemaker Comments

2015 was an excellent vintage. Higher than average Winter rainfall and a warm steady growing season ensured the highest quality fruit was delivered to the winery. The Adelaide Hills’ cool climate produces some of the finest Pinot Gris in Australia. The fruit for our 2015 Pinot Gris is harvested in the middle of the night from Block K at Schoenthal. This block is 450m above sea level ensuring a cold, long, ripening period perfect for acid development and fruit intensity. The 2015 Clover Pinot Gris shows exceptional varietal definition showing intense Spring flowers, Granny Smith apple, Nashi pears and a touch of white pepper. The lees work gives creamy mid palate and a citrus zing. Enjoy chilled with seafood, pork dishes and good friends. Winemaker: Tom Northcott

  • Howard Vineyard wine
  • 2013
  • Clover Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Adelaide Hills
  • $28.00
  • award

Winemaker Comments

97% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Cabernet Franc a classic Bordeaux blend. This single vineyard wines comes from some of the oldest cabernets in the Adelaide hills, planted in 1998. 93 Points in Wine Showcase Magazine A vibrant purple-crimson colour gives way to a light elegant perfumed and floral aroma. A palate with cassis, blackcurrant, olive and dark cherry, the fruit is balanced by fine, savoury but earthy tannins. Previous Vintages 2010 – 94 Points James Halliday’s Wine Companion 2012 – 90 Points James Halliday’s Wine Companion

Press & Reviews

  • 93 Points in Wine Showcase Magazine

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  • Clover Restaurant @ Howard Vineyard
  • Lot 1, 53 Bald HIlls Road
  • Nairne, South Australia, Australia
  • 8188 0203
  • cellardoor@howardvineyard.com
  • http://www.howardvineyard.com

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