We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. We honour and respect their cultural heritage and beliefs, as well as their spiritual relationship with the land, sea, waterways and sky and that they are of continuing importantance to the Kaurna people living today.
Awarded 'Best Small Producer' at the 2022 McLaren Vale Wine Show
Young Gun of Wine Finalists 2022 & 2023
Our Story
We are a husband-and-wife duo dedicated to winemaking and grape growing. Each second-generation winemakers, we boast a combined experience of 40 vintages both in McLaren Vale and internationally.
Our approach is straightforward: crafting wines we adore from regions close to our hearts. From the crisp Rieslings of Clare Valley to the elegant Pinot Noir of Adelaide Hills, and of course, expressive Shiraz and Grenache that define our beloved McLaren Vale.
Our logo embodies the rich heritage of winemaking in our families. The flowing cursive script pays homage to several Cooter family enterprises dating back to 1847.
In 2012, we found our dream vineyard and established Cooter & Cooter. Located on the southern slopes of Whites Valley in McLaren Vale, our 70-acre estate is a tapestry of exceptional grape varieties. The vineyard features Shiraz vines planted in the mid-nineties, offering rich and expressive flavours. It also boasts some beautifully gnarled old vine Grenache from 1960, alongside younger Grenache, Cabernet, and more recent plantings of Mataro and Fiano.
2022 McLaren Vale Wine Show - FOUR x Trophy Winners
The Vineyard
Our dedication to sustainable agriculture guides every aspect of our vineyard management. We strive to minimize environmental impact and resource use and are proud to be certified organic and biodynamic. Additionally, we are certified members of Sustainable Winegrowing Australia (SWA), reflecting our commitment to responsible and forward-thinking practices.
Our vineyard sits at the juncture of the Willunga and Sellicks Foothills in the McLaren Vale wine region. The soil here belongs to the Christies Beach Formation, a unique geological feature characterized by red-brown alluvial fan clays, sands, and gravels. These were deposited around 125,000 years ago by ancient watercourses that once flowed across the Willunga Fault from the Sellicks Hill Range.
This vineyard is not just our livelihood but also our home. We live, work, and raise our family amongst the vines, deeply connected to the land and the craft of winemaking.
Kimberly & James Cooter
