Island Wine Experiences//
Learn from the creators at Islander Estate Vineyards and capture this part of the world in a glass.
Arrange a private masterclass or take it home with you.
Meet Jacques and Yale.
Founder and winemaker Jacques Lurton is a 5th generation winemaker from Bordeaux’s oldest family wine dynasty, dating back to 1650. One of the world’s best known ‘flying winemakers’ Jacques learned his craft in Bordeaux before branching out to establish wineries across Europe and South America. However, it was Kangaroo Island that captivated Jacques, and he established The Islander Estate Vineyards in 2000.
Together with his partner Yale, they have focused on handcrafting elegant cool-climate wines that showcase ‘underdog’ varietals like Cabernet Franc & Semillon.
Surrounded by gum trees and rural surrounds on Kangaroo Island Islander Estate Vineyards is the perfect destination to enjoy both the manifestation and bearer of spirit to the soul – the liquid quintessence of concentrated sunbeams – wine.
Enjoy intimate and deliberately paired wines and decadent platter from regional producers at the Islander Estate. The heritage & finesse of Bordeaux and one of Australia’s newest, most remote and untamed wine regions, Kangaroo Island, are blended by Jacques Lurton to create unique, elegant, cool-climate wines.
Highlights.
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Pre-order and pick up 6 of Islander Estate’s best-selling wines while en route to your WanderPod to make sure you’re fully stocked for your trip.
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Indulge in a private masterclass, curated to your needs, where they bring the experience to you to enjoy in your WanderPod.
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Or, choose a cellar door experience and enjoy IEV’s flagship wines along with a local cheese selection.
Pre-purchase The Islander Estates Vineyards: Best Sellers Wine Pack.
Just a few minutes from Kingscote & Kangaroo Island Airport, The Islander Estate Vineyard Tasting Room is a convenient stop to collect wine & provisions for your stay.
Package Includes:
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- Petiyante NV Sparkling Chardonnay/Pinot Noir Classic champagne acidity & texture. Brioche, pear, white peach, elegant finish. Halliday 92 points
- White Chardonnay A contemporary Australian style. Peach, nectarine, melon, toasted nuts. Refreshing acidity & a long finish.
- Rose A Provence-style Rose that is bone dry, fresh & dangerously easy to drink. Strawberries & cream, peach notes & a light leesy grip adds complexity.
- Red Shiraz Classic cool-climate shiraz, pepper, eucalyptus, vanilla, mulberry, red fruit a hint of charry oak & slightly gamey notes. Halliday 94 points
- Bark Hut Road Shiraz/Cabernet Franc Islander Estates signature Cab Franc blend in a Bordeaux style. Firm tannins, natural acidity, blackberry, blueberry & sarsaparilla notes with vanilla & coconut oak notes.
- Old Rowley Shiraz/Grenache Made from bush vine Grenache & Shiraz, Old Rowley is almost Burgundian in its elegance. Supple raspberry, boysenberry, lifted florals, vanilla & clove oak notes. Halliday 95 points
Price.
$219
‘At Yours’ Masterclass.
What.
The ‘At Yours’ masterclass brings the wine experience to you, with a private wine masterclass delivered in your WanderPod, customised to your personal wine preferences.
For an exceptional evening, combine your private wine experience with an in-house chef.
Price.
$150 per person with a minimum 4 people.
Bookings are customised and by request only, subject to availability with minimum 7 days notice.
How to book.
Have Your Wine and Drink it too.
What.
Visit the intimate Tasting Room to stock up before heading to your WanderPod.
Indulge in a Flagship tasting experience for 2, then relax on the deck with a locally sourced cheese board while our team packs your selection of 6 bottles of varietal wine to take away.
Experience includes:
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- Flagship tasting experience for 2 people
- Enjoy a locally sourced cheese platter at the cellar door
- Your selection of 6 bottles from our Varietal range to take home or to your WanderPod.
Price.
$300 per couple.
How to book.
Simply add to your booking with the link below.
Sooth the soul and taste the quality only produced in far off lands with these masters of wine.
Highlights.
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Pre-order and pick up 6 of Islander Estate’s best-selling wines while en route to your WanderPod to make sure you’re fully stocked for your trip.
-
Indulge in a private masterclass, curated to your needs, where they bring the experience to you to enjoy in your WanderPod.
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Or, choose a cellar door experience and enjoy IEV’s flagship wines along with a local cheese selection.
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