Owned and operated by sisters Jane Richards and Claire Davies, the vineyard is located in Wrattonbully, South Australia. As part of South Australia's Limestone Coast Wine Region, Wrattonbully is famous for its Terra Rossa soils which provide ideal conditions for grapes to grow.  
With a constant supply of fresh subterranean water that filters through the limestone and a temperate climate, moderated by the influence of the Great Southern Ocean. 
These excellent conditions allow the vineyards to thrive and produce outstanding quality wines. 
Jane and Claire have been supplying premium grapes to some of Australia’s most iconic wine labels since 1995. Labels such as Penfolds, Orlando and Taylors. 
Starting in 2005, Jane and Claire began keeping a careful selection of the highest quality fruit for themselves to produce wines for their family and friends to enjoy. 
Named after their 8 children who can usually be seen hanging off a gate or a fence somewhere. 
The sisters' philosophy around growing grapes and making wine is much the same as raising their children; provide a sustainable, healthy, nurturing environment and don’t interfere too much!
These women are producing wines that are winning hearts, palates, and awards around the world. 
Eight at the Gate, made with passion, resolve and a touch of chaos 😉

Australia

South Australia

Limestone Coast

Eight at the Gate Wines

Bright and fragrant, showing blackcurrant, dried herb, clove and roasted nut
characters, followed by a succulent palate offering lovely weight and roundness. 
Well framed by silky texture and chalky tannins, making it harmonious and lingering with delectable flavours.

Lanacoona of Wrattonbully Cabernet Shiraz

Western Australia

Wrattonbully

Cabernet Sauvignon

Shiraz

Only the very best makes it into our Family Selection range. Matured in premium oak barrels. Black fruits, chocolate and dried herbs. Wonderful palate with saturated flavours. Dense, yet balanced with fine tannins and a long, lingering finish. Will only get better with time.

Family Selection Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

A velvety palate of rich black fruit, chocolate, freshly ground spices with hints of leather. Finishing impressively long and silky.

Single Vineyard  Shiraz

Experience a symphony of flavours as the luscious dark fruits take center stage, complemented by the warmth of spice and the subtle complexity of oak.

Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

With a bright purple foam and a fine bead this wine is light in style and refreshing. Lush berry fruit with Christmas cake spice and some oak complexity.

Sparkling Shiraz

Rosé

Picked as a Rosé to achieve the ideal balance of sweetness, acidity and flavour resulting in an enticing contemporary style. Savoury and spice aromas with a crunchy taste of red currants and refreshing watermelon candy. 

Single Vineyard Rosé

White

Rounded and fleshy palate of apple and pear. Bright acidity with a dry finish.

Single Vineyard Pinot Gris

Pinot Gris

Fine zesty structure with Chardonnay flavours of peach and melon. Just a hint of oak supporting the fruit, a lovely crisp acidity to finish.



Single Vineyard Chardonnay

Chardonnay

Medium gold, stone fruit and citrus blossom. The oak treatment has given it roasted and toasty characters. White peach and citrus with a hint of brioche, good weight and mouthfeel. An elegant wine. Vegan Friendly.


Family Selection Chardonnay

Created from a blend of nearly equal proportions from the best sections the vineyard. This wine is consistently a real crowd pleaser. With the Shiraz making it instantly appealing in the Cabernet filling in the palate the result is a beautifully balanced quintessential Australian red blend.

Single Vineyard Cabernet Shiraz

Blanc de Blancs typically express elegance and this wine is no exception. The palate is brisk and fresh, light brioche notes supporting again that austere chalk driven mineral structure and lively citrus texture. Truly a wine for celebration, oysters, seafood platters and plenty of laughter.

Sparkling Blanc

Good winter rainfall meant near full soil moisture profiles at budburst. Moderate rain during early spring encouraged good shoot growth, with a quick and even flowering resulting in excellent fruit set.  Mild & dry conditions, without any significant extremes continued throughout the growing season.  Production levels were excellent, above long term averages and the mild & slow ripening conditions enabled strong varietal character to develop.  Vintage was dry and the weather stable so fruit was harvested, at optimal flavour development and high natural acidity. A "goldilocks" vintage.

Eight at the Gate Wines

Limestone Coast, South Australia, Australia

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