James' Review
DOWIE DOOLE was founded in 1995 by Drew Dowie and Norm Doole. They had been connected to the McLaren Vale community for many years as grapegrowers in the region. Vineyard management is now led by champions of sustainable viticulture practices Dave Gartelmann and Drew Dowie. In May '16, with winemaker and managing director Chris Thomas leading a group of like-minded investors, DOWIE DOOLE acquired 35ha of vines of the 53ha Conte Tatachilla Vineyard, book-ended by 50 year-old bushvine grenache and grafted (in '12) vermentino, aglianico and lagrein. In October '18, DOWIE DOOLE purchased Possum Vineyard, its vineyards in Blewitt Springs and 500-tonne winery. Exports to all major markets.
About
DOWIE DOOLE is an artisan wine producer in the stunning region of McLaren Vale. Established in 1995 by renowned grape growers and champions of sustainable viticulture; Drew Dowie and Norm Doole, DOWIE DOOLE is now led by Chief Winemaker Chris Thomas. The team are committed to crafting regionally distinctive wines that uphold a sense of place. The founders believed that wine is more than a drink, it is a form of art in a bottle… a legacy that continues to this day.
Specialities
Chenin Blanc, Vermentino, Sauvignon Blanc, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz
Cellar Door
Information
The DOWIE DOOLE Tasting Room is currently closed for Renovation and will be re-opening late 2016
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Food
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Stockist Information
Distribution Information
DOWIE DOOLE is distributed all over Australia. For trade enquiries, please contact the relevant distributor in each market: https://dowiedoole.com/pages/trade-enquiries
International Sales Information
DOWIE DOOLE exports to the major markets of the world including Germany, the United Kingdom, China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand, Canada & Alaska.
Details
| Rating |
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| Winemaker |
Chris Thomas |
| Established |
1995 |
| Dozens |
25 000 |
| Vineyards (area) |
90 ha |
| Opening Hours |
7 days 10-5 |
| Address |
695 California Road, McLaren Vale, SA 5171
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| Telephone |
0459 101 372
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| Website |
www.dowiedoole.com
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