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Pike Wines
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“The historic stone buildings stand as a lingering testament to the original Polish settlers and to the legacy of the Pike family themselves.”​

Pike Wines Dining
Pike Wines

Pikes Wines

Pikes Wines

Pikes Wines was established in 1984 by brothers Neil and Andrew Pike. Today, Andrew’s son Jamie is leading the business as Managing Director and the winery will be celebrating its 40th birthday in 2024. Located in the Polish Hill River subregion of Clare Valley, Pikes Wines provides visitors with stunning views of rolling hills, vineyards, and ancient gum trees. The historic stone buildings stand as a lingering testament to the original Polish settlers and to the legacy of the Pike family themselves.

Pikes Wines is most known for riesling, however, the winery has grown over twenty different varieties and produces a range of approximately twenty-three different SKUs every year. Riesling, shiraz, cabernet and sangiovese are the four hero varieties that the winery specialises in.

Pikes Wines have received numerous accolades, including the Halliday People’s Choice Award for Best Winery Experience in 2021 and 2022, the 2023 Traditionale Riesling won Best Dry Riesling at the Canberra International Riesling Challenge. It also won best 2023 Riesling and the Mick Knapstein trophy for Best Riesling of Show at the 2023 Clare Valley Regional Wine Show. The restaurant on-site is the Australian Good Food Guide Chef Hat winner for five years running.

Pikes Wines offers a range of experiences. The tasting room offers complimentary tastings starting with the iconic traditionale riesling, followed by four wines of choice from the extensive wine list. The SLATE restaurant offers a casual modern Australian dining experience overlooking the vineyards of the estate. The menu incorporates the use of locally sourced and estate grown produce and protein.For a premium experience, The

Pruner’s Hut is the hill-top space available for a private dining experience, featuring a long lunch with paired wines, all cooked and served by the Head Chef Louis Ritchie.

For the beer lovers, Pikes Beer Company is the adjoining brewery, offering tasting paddles of the freshly brewed craft beers seven days a week. For a more relaxed dining option, Pikes Beer Company also offers a beer garden menu everyday between 12pm and 3pm. Pike Beer Company’s core range is heralded by its flagship pilsner, pale ale, IPA and stout, with exciting new limited releases on offer throughout the year.

Tasting Notes

Pike Wines
⇐ 2023 Traditionale Riesling

A crisp, acid driven wine, this riesling is bursting with plenty of fresh lime and other citrus flavours. The balance of palate weight and acid barely-there sweetness creates a seamless and lengthy finish.

Pike Wines
⇐ 2022 Eastside Shiraz

A bright and lively expression of shiraz. A myriad of fresh forest fruits evident, cherry, mulberry and blueberry. Aromatic spices develop with time
in the glass. The freshness carries through to the palate, dominated by red and blue fruits.

Pike Wines
⇐ 2022 Luccio Sangiovese

A great example of this Italian varietal, this wine is truly versatile. A great accompaniment with grilled meats, antipasti, charcuterie, pizza and
pasta. Made for immediate enjoyment in mind, but equally can handle a few years in the cellar.

Pike Wines
⇐ Pikes Beer Co Pilsener​

Brewed in a traditional Pilsner style, this lager is fresh and very aromatic. On the palate citrus and fruity notes lead into a clean and crisp finish, with
a hint of bitterness adding length and texture.

VISITOR’S GUIDE

Getting There
233 Polish Hill Road,
Polish Hill River

Contact Details
Tel: (08) 8843 4370
Email: cellardoor@pikeswines.com.au
Website: www.pikeswines.com.au

Cellar Door
Open Daily 10am – 5pm
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Da

Restaurant
Open from 12pm for Lunch Thursday to Sunday,
Open from 6pm for Dinner on Saturdays

Weddings & Functions
Yes – 100 seated and 120 standing

Accommodation
No

Additional Features
Craft beer available to purchase from Pikes Beer Company