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At Balhannah Wine Estate, we believe that great wine is born in the vineyard. Located in the pristine Adelaide Hills, our estate is defined by its cool climate, elevated slopes, and diverse soils—ideal conditions for crafting wines of purity, structure, and distinctive character.

Our Vineyards & Clones

Chardonnay (9.4 acres – Block 2 & 3)

  • Entav 1066 (Rows 1-6): Sourced from Puligny-Montrachet, this prized Burgundian clone delivers crystalline acidity, citrus zest, and wet stone minerality—hallmarks of great white Burgundy.
  • Entav 548 (Rows 7-20): Originally from Meursault, this clone contributes textural richness, white peach, and a subtle hazelnut complexity, adding depth to our blends.
  • Bernard 76 (Rows 21-44): A Dijon clone with roots in Chassagne-Montrachet, known for its vibrant structure, green apple freshness, and lingering saline finish.
  • Bernard 95 (Rows 45-72): Also from Dijon, this selection offers concentrated stone fruit, toasted almond, and a creamy mid-palate, ideal for barrel fermentation.

Sauvignon Blanc (4.76 acres – Block 6)

  • Clone F4V6: A Loire Valley (Sancerre) selection, prized for its intense aromatics—passionfruit, grapefruit, and freshly cut grass—with a racy, mineral-driven finish.

Pinot Noir (17.45 acres – Blocks 7, 8, 9)

  • Clone 115 (Block 7 – 5.9 acres): Hailing from Vosne-Romanée, this classic Burgundian clone brings silky tannins, red cherry, and earthy spice—elegance in every sip.
  • Clone MV6 (Block 8 – 7.32 acres): An Australian heritage selection from Mount Mary (Yarra Valley), contributing dark fruit density, forest floor complexity, and fine-grained tannins.
  • Clone 114 (Block 9 – 4.23 acres): Originating in Gevrey-Chambertin, this clone adds floral lift, wild strawberry, and bright acidity for aromatic finesse.

Shiraz (19.53 acres – Blocks 1, 4, 5)

  • Clone BV RC12 (Blocks 1 & 4 – 12.27 acres): A Barossa Valley elite selection, yielding bold blackberry, black pepper, and structured tannins—perfect for age-worthy wines.
  • Clone Don Rivers (Block 5 – 7.26 acres): ASouth Australian heritage clone, it delivers plush dark plum flavors and velvety texture for opulent single-vineyard expressions.

At Balhannah Wine Estate, we marry Old World precision with New World innovation. By nurturing exceptional clones in their ideal terroir, we craft wines that are not just unique to our vineyard, but unforgettable in every glass.

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