Key people Hugh Lloyd
Mark Lloyd Known for Lloyd Reserve Shiraz Founded 1967 | Cases/yr 50,000 Other products Olive oil, Olives Wine region McLaren Vale | |
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Location McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia Varietals Chenin blanc, Sangiovese, Shiraz Profiles | ||
Coriole vineyards winery adelaide for wines and cellar door
Coriole Vineyards is a winery located in the Seaview District in the McLaren Vale region of South Australia.
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Coriole was established by the Lloyd family in 1968, and now exports wine to the USA, Canada and various countries in Europe and Asia. They produce red wines from grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo and Barbera. Their range of whites is made from grapes such as Chenin blanc, Fiano and Semillon. The business also sells olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and local cheeses.
Coriole vineyards winery adelaide for wines and cellar door
History
The original house and barn were built around 1860, while the Shiraz vineyard was planted in 1919.
In 1962, after several changes in ownership, Coriole was sold to John Snell, who established Australia's first organic winery, Chateau Bon Sante, and built a small winery, which forms the basis of the existing modern winery.
In 1968 the property was bought by Hugh and Molly Lloyd who released the first Coriole label vintage in 1970, with the help of winemaker Graeme Stevens.
In 1985 Coriole pioneered the introduction of the Italian Sangiovese grape variety into Australia.