FiHi. I look after these two boys, and it's a tough job, but someone has to do it. I'm a bit of a jack of all trades around here, so on my days off, I can be found in the office working on the website, doing the bookwork, marketing, and helping out in the vineyard and winery when and where I am needed. I look forward to welcoming you to our Cellar Door or hosting you for a long leisurely lunch.
ABOUT US
The Flaxman journey began in a way Colin and Fiona could never have predicted - with Col making the unexpected decision to purchase a vineyard while working a 6-week vintage in March 2004. This significant life change meant relocating from Melbourne, swapping careers and embarking on a new chapter in the beautiful Eden Valley Barossa.
The vineyard is planted out with Riesling, Shiraz, and Semillon, which were first planted back in 1929. Colin then also sources grapes from local growers in both the Eden Valley & Barossa to expanded the range to include a wider variety of wines. Col is at the helm of the wine production, directly overseeing the entire process.
Colin's background as a builder has allowed them to realise their vision, constructing a welcoming cellar door and an alfresco outdoor dining area. Colin has built a large pergola housing a 4.5 metre long table, alongside a handmade pizza oven for their guests to enjoy the food and wine on offer, all while overlooking the vineyard.
The Flaxman team warmly invite you to visit their Cellar Door & Winery for a tasting experience from Thursday through to Saturday, (Sundays are by appointment only). Booking in advance is highly recommended due to the very small cellar door. 72 hours notice is required for our 3-course & 5-course leisurely lunch options.
Situated in the beautiful Eden Valley & Barossa, just 10 minutes away from Angaston and Tanunda, and an hour's drive from Adelaide, the location offers a visit that is worth taking the detour to Eden Valley.
The Flaxman team look forward to welcoming you sometime soon.
Fi & Col writing the first newsletter in the vineyard - 2005
Meet the Flaxman team
GusI'm Gus, I'm 14 years young and the Cellar Door Manager here. I'll be here to greet you when you arrive and won't let you leave until I have won you over. I am also Fiona's shadow. Where she goes, I go and I also don't mind a little with Col out in the vineyard during vintage also (when Fiona is there). I love getting caught in the nets during picking time, enjoy eating the odd grape or two, but I mainly love to be around people (Fiona) and meeting guests. I look forward to seeing you at our cellar door sometime soon.
ColI'm Col. A Builder turned winemaker who also happens to enjoy cooking too. I'm the lucky person who rarely feels like I go to work, and I guess when you are indulging your passions, how can it feel like work? As they say, luck favours the brave, and it was our bold leap of faith that has us living in one of the most beautiful places on earth. Come and say hi, and you will understand why I will never work another day in my life.