Farmer's Leap is the wine business of the Longbottom family, who have farmed at Padthaway in South Australia since 1938, long relying on onions, sheep and cattle. The first vines were planted in 1993, and more than 400 hectares are now devoted to grapes across six varieties.
Grower Scott Longbottom, whose family has farmed Padthaway for four generations, takes a hands-on approach to every aspect of viticulture on the region's distinctive limestone soils. Winemaker Renae joined in 2011 after studying oenology at the University of Adelaide. The vineyard is certified by Sustainable Winegrowing Australia and uses under-vine composting with clover and grass pasture between the rows.
The cellar door is open daily for tastings, meals and light fare, and hosts weddings and events. It makes a good stop on the way to Coonawarra.
- Address
- 41 Hodgson Road, Padthaway SA 5271
- Founded
- 1993
Visit the Farmer's Leap Wines website
Regions
Wines
- Farmer's Leap Wines Cabernet Blends Pillar Box Padthaway Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot — Red
- Farmer's Leap Wines Cabernet Sauvignon — Red
- Farmer's Leap Wines Padthaway Chardonnay — White
- Farmer's Leap Wines Pillar Box Padthaway Chardonnay — White
- Farmer's Leap Wines Random Shot Padthaway Cabernet Sauvignon — Red
- Farmer's Leap Wines Random Shot Padthaway Chardonnay — White
- Farmer's Leap Wines Random Shot Padthaway Sauvignon Blanc — White
- Farmer's Leap Wines Random Shot Padthaway Shiraz — Red
- Farmer's Leap Wines Random Shot Padthaway Shiraz Cabernet — Red
- Farmer's Leap Wines Shiraz — Red
- Farmer's Leap Wines Shiraz Brian — Red
- Farmer's Leap Wines Shiraz Cabernet Sauvignon Pillar Box Red — Red
- Farmer's Leap Wines Shiraz Henry's Drive — Red
- Farmer's Leap Wines Sparkling Destiny Padthaway Brut Brut — Sparkling
- Farmer's Leap Wines The Brave Shiraz — Red