Our Vineyards

Sam Plunkett’s family was the first to plant vines in the region in 1968, and this kick-started the Strathbogie Ranges being recognised as an official Australian Wine Region when it got its own Geographic Indication in 2002. And the fruits of the Plunkett’s labour are still being enjoyed in our award-winning wines today.

Wine by Sam founders Sam Plunkett and Bron Dunwoodie have around 8 hectares of their own vines, and they have access to an additional 53 hectares owned by Alan Plunkett (Sam’s dad). Together, these grape gardens include the following varieties: Riesling, Gerwurztraminer, Savagnin, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Lagrein, Tempranillo, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. All of these vines can be found growing at between 450-500m above sea-level in quick-draining, sandy, granitic soils.