Nepenthe Wines: At Balhannah in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia

Nepenthe: described by Homer in The Odyssey as an Egyptian herbal drink so powerful that it eases grief and banishes sorrow from the mind.

Only a 25 minute scenic drive from the centre of Adelaide, Nepenthe Wines is situated at Jones Road, Balhannah and just minutes out of historical Hahndorf. Nepenthe Wines, set amongst the beautiful Adelaide Hills, have produced some soul reposing potions of their own: uncompromising wines of outstanding quality and internationally recognised distinction. Wines that, have been impressing both critics and consumers with their varietal faithfulness and subtle Adelaide Hills nuances. Wines this good undertake a journey as arduous and epic as Homer's famous hero - a journey that we, like the gods, determine with immutable fascination.

The fruit grown by Nepenthe is sourced from their three vineyards totalling approximately 80 hectares in size and are located at Lenswood, Charleston and Balhannah.

The main varieties grown are:

Cabemet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Riesling, with small parcels of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Tempranillo, Zinfandel, Pinot Gris, Shiraz and Semillon

Come to taste and purchase Nepenthe's internationally acclaimed award-winning range of premium wines and merchandise. Also available is a selection of older vintage wines exclusive to the cellar door.

Contact Us

Address
Jones Road
Balhannah, South Australia, 5242

Telephone: +61 (0)8 8388 4439
Fax: +61 (0)8 8398 0488
Email: cellardoor@nepenthe.com.au
Web: www.nepenthe.com.au

Opening times
7 days 10am to 4pm