Originally established in the 1860s by one of Melbourne’s founding fathers, James Johnston, Craiglee Vineyard was absent from the Australian wine landscape until it was replanted in 1976 by an enthusiastic agricultural science graduate called Pat Carmody. Pat continues to make wine from fruit grown, hand-picked and bottled at Craiglee, and is involved in every step of the process. The family-run winery prioritises sustainable practices, using the same bluestone winery that Johnston built 150+ years ago, as well as solar power, waste water and methods that protect soil structure, maintain carbon levels and benefit the surrounding environment.For over 40 years, Pat’s approach to winemaking has been resolutely founded on a respect for the site’s history, a dedication to craft and a commitment to producing wines that reflect the terroir of Craiglee.

CRAIGLEE Shiraz is classified EXCELLENT in the Langtons Classification of Australian Wine VI

“High performing wines of exquisite quality with a solid volume of demand”