The Islander Estate Vineyards - Kangaroo Island Wines

I enjoyed a visit to the Islander Estate Vineyards last week while taking my mum on a holiday for her birthday. Although we arrived at the cellar door very close to their closing time, Carmen and Sean were still very welcoming, weren't rushed, and provided us with a five-star experience. They were beautiful people and the wine (especially the sparkling) was fantastic! I left with a few bottles of sparkling and reds to share with family and friends at home. Thank you, Carmen and Sean, for making our afternoon!

One of my favorite wineries ever! They might not have a fancy view like some other wineries in KI, but their wines are better. Each and every wine was really good. I'd recommend and go back.

Very nice personalised experience where the staff were able to talk to the wines with good information about the wines, the winemaker and pairings with food. Relaxed environment, not rushed. Highly recommend.

Hands down the best wine on Kangaroo Island. The cellar door is situated in Cygnet River and is open daily except for Wednesdays 12 - 5pm. Recognized by Australian Gourmet Traveller as Australia's Best Cellar Door and tasting experience in May 2021 it's definitely well worth a visit. Sadly, on January 10th 2020 their vineyards were completely burnt down however with the quick thinking of the owners, staff and locals they managed to save their wine bottles, barrels and tanks and can now continue selling their outstanding range. Please go and support Islander Estate by visiting their cellar door, purchase your favourite wines and share the love. Enjoy!

An outstanding producer with interesting takes on classical French wine styles. Always excellent service from Carmel and her team at the cellar door.

Had an amazing time at the Island, wine was amazing, views were beautiful, Carmen went above and beyond during our tasting and was so hopeful for tips on places to see around KI! 10/10 experience and a must do when visiting KI

Was there with a group of 4. Sat outside on the deck and enjoyed the premium $30 tasting. Liked how they had a selection of grazing food so you could arrange your own nibbles. On offer were crackers, cheese, salami, olives, etc. Staff were very welcoming and friendly, and although they were scheduled to close at 5pm, we ended up leaving after 6pm, and we didn't feel rushed. They also offered to help with locating a missing phone which we thought was left at the Bee Farm up the road, they called them and others they knew for us, referring to the "Kangaroo Island Grapevine". (The phone was later discovered in my husband's pocket). Overall a lovely spot to visit.

Super friendly and personalised tasting. It’s a smaller cellar door but definitely worth a visit. You can build your own basket of local foods to pair with your wine 🍷 great!