Tatachilla's vineyards are scattered amongst the sloping hills and tapered basin of McLaren Vale. Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz are king, and form the backbone of Tatachilla's collective of crafted, silky textured wines. The abundant variety of soils encourage a kaleidoscope of flavours, whilst the cooling ocean air and rolling gully winds cool the sun-warmed grapes, allowing them to reach their full flavour potential without over-ripening. The influences intertwine to develop fruit that creates wines silky in texture, supple in the mouth and vibrant with rich fruit flavours.

The McLaren Vale's rich tapestry of soils veer from red soil over limestone near the Gulf St Vincent to ironstone in the heart of the Vale. The bright patchwork of olive groves, avocado orchards and rows of vines impart a Mediterranean flavour to the grapes. A small, diverse community of growers, winemakers and providers –rooted in McLaren Vale's heritage– trumpet the region's reputation as one renowned not only for its wines, but also its local produce and fine food.

The young and talented French winemaker, Fanchon Ferrandi, is leading Tatachilla to its next chapter. With a sweeping international perspective free from cultural rules, her winemaking essence lies in integrating innovation and technology with a healthy regard for the vineyard. Matching innovation with a respect for the past, Fanchon crafts wines which truly express the rich silken fruit qualities that wear the thumbprint of the McLaren Vale.

Tatachilla wines wear the thumbprint of McLaren Vale. The red wines of the McLaren Vale range exude the intensity of regional Shiraz, Cabernet and Merlot with the velvety touch unique to McLaren Vale. The award-winning flagship Foundation Shiraz, sourced from low yielding McLaren Vale vines, epitomises the richness and concentration of superbly ripened McLaren Vale fruit. The Keystone range of Tatachilla pairs innovative winemaking techniques with traditionalist grape and wine styles to create succulent, food-friendly wines that evoke the Mediterranean energy of McLaren Vale.

Tatachilla's dynamic duos of Shiraz, married with the aromatic Viognier, and Cabernet, woven with the earthy Sangiovese, constitute succulent innovative wines blended in the modern Mediterranean style. The lightly oaked Chardonnay and the McLaren Vale classic, Grenache Shiraz, are vibrant food-friendly favourites. Partners Cabernet Shiraz and Growers Semillon Sauvignon Blanc are bursting with the fresh fruit vitality and easy drinking consistency of premium fruit sourced from South Australian vineyards. Tatachilla is well recognised for its full flavoured, lifted white wines and its championing of emerging varietals such as Sangiovese, Arneis, Barbera, Viognier and Vermentino.

The name Ridgeback is descriptive of the vineyard location, being situated on the back of the main ridge at Panton Hill, but also directly alludes to our fine and aristocratic Rhodesian Ridgeback vineyard dogs, one of whom is proudly to featured the estate's label. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are varieties for which the Yarra Valley is renowned, and the wines Ridgeback makes from these varieties proves the point. Ridgeback Cabernet Sauvignons and Merlot are elegant and refined, exhibiting all the class and finesse for which these Bordeaux varieties are acclaimed.

New Chum Gully Estate, home to Ridgeback Wines, is situated in the cool-climate region of Victoria's Yarra Valley. The property is nestled on the back of a high ridge in an old gold-mining area dating back to the 1850s. New Chum Gully Estate, with its wide-sweeping views to the Dandenong Mountains, is within easy reach of Melbourne suburbs and just 45 minutes from the CBD. There are still remains of old mineshafts embedded in the clay soils. Ron and Lynne Collings established the vineyard in 1991, purchasing an old apple orchard, and gradually planted 10 acres of vines. Initially, they sold their top class fruit. Their own label was released for the 2000 Vintage.

Best viticultural practices, close planted vines, minimal cropping, a slow ripening season, hand-picking, French Oak and superb winemaking blend together to produce premium wines. The elegant and refined Chardonnays display citrus and creamy flavours, with just a touch of vanilla. Earthy Pinot Noirs, so typical of the region, ooze with chocolate, roasted coffee and "forest floor", with an overlay of plums and black cherries. Subtle aromas of blackcurrant, sweet vanilla and cigar box, with just a hint of mint, epitomise the Cabernet Sauvignons.

The crème de la crème, from the small block of Merlot, shows luscious plum and mulberry fruits with classic tealeaf earthiness. Full, rounded and silky smooth blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot shows all the trade marks of this beautiful blend. All will age beautifully, but equally, drink well now, either alone or accompanied by food.

A delicious dry Pinot Noir Rosé, made for Ridgeback by James Lance at Diamond Valley Vineyards entirely from fruit grown on ourthe Ridgeback estate. This wine is ideal for the Australian climate and to accompany al fresco dining and barbeques. Chilled Rosé! What could be better on a hot summer’s day? Ridgeback wines are still enjoying export success in the UK. Ridgeback have been featured at Balls Brothers winebars and restaurants in London, and from all accounts they have gone down extremely well.

Zeppelin is source fruit from vineyards either owned by Teusner Wines or Sons of Eden, selected for their age, up to 80 years old, low yielding nature and character. Ferdinand is from a vineyard in Greenock, the Barossa Shiraz in Angaston and the Barossa Grenache is sourced from 60 to 80 year old vines between Greenock and Ebenezer.

A very simplistic approach to winemaking is employed, preserving individual vineyard character and making wines with personality. The red wines are made using open fermenters, pumped over by hand, and basket pressed. Predominantly older French oak is used, with Ferdinand up to 50% new, before bottling without fining or filtration. Minimal sulphur added.

Originally planted in 2000, the vineyard was re established as Willoughby Park in 2010. Since then, the harvests have been fashioned to create expressive wines that are true representations of the Great Southern wine region. The premium fruit is treated with care throughout the winemaking process, each step focusing on allowing the inherit varietal and regional characteristics to shine through. Hand picked, estate grown fruit is the focus of Willoughby Park wines.

Alongside the highly regarded Kalgan River vineyard, fruit is sourced from dedicated wine growers in sub regions across the Great Southern for our Willoughby Park range. The Great Southern is the largest and most diverse wine region in Western Australia, the Willoughby Park winemaking team are able to identify the most ideal locations.

The varying soil types, altitudes and rainfalls of the region are all expertly taken advantage. The Great Southern Wine Region is made up of five sub regions, Denmark and Frankland River, Mount Barker, Porongurup and Albany. From sprawling agricultural lands, to unspoilt coastline, to towering forests and mountain ranges, Willoughby Park are incredibly lucky to call this spectacular corner of the world home.