Mitchell Wines, wines with purity and longevity

Mitchell Wines, established in 1975 by Andrew and Jane Mitchell, is a family-owned winery located in the renowned Clare Valley region of South Australia. The Mitchells planted their first vines on the Watervale property, focusing on varieties well-suited to the area’s climate and soils.

The winery is known for producing high-quality, estate-grown wines that reflect the unique characteristics of the Clare Valley. Their portfolio includes exceptional Rieslings, for which the region is famous, as well as Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Semillon.

Mitchell Wines’ flagship Watervale Riesling is particularly celebrated, consistently earning accolades for its purity and longevity. The winery also produces a premium Shiraz from old vines, showcasing the power and elegance typical of Clare Valley reds. It is their reds that really appeal to me and if I am looking for a day trip, I will drive ip to Clare to purchase from a number of wineries, Including Mitchell Wines, Otherwise, they ring me a couple of times are year with specials and I happily repents my cellar over the phone

With a commitment to sustainable viticulture and minimal intervention winemaking, Mitchell Wines has established itself as a respected producer, crafting wines that express the essence of their Clare Valley origins.

Based on my three cellar door visits plus the occasional phone call, and from an unsolicited perspective, I love their wine and customer service. It is friendly, casual but still professional.

They really are a winery worth a visit.