Wignalls Wines

Wignalls Wines was established on the outskirts of the then Town of Albany in 1982, after extensive research and investigations into “Terroir” (Environmental factors creating wine quality) by our founder Dr Bill Wignall.

Climatological data from the nearby weather station at Albany’s airport revealed that Albany’s growing conditions in Spring and Summer closely resembled those of the renowned wine-growing region of Burgundy in central France. This discovery prompted us to embark on an experiment with Burgundian varieties such as the then-unknown Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc – all of which are now well-established in Australia.

The initial vintages at the Wignalls Vineyard yielded remarkable results, with both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay garnering Trophies and Gold medals. Subsequently, our family estate has continued to excel, accumulating over sixty Trophies and Gold’s to date, both domestically and, more significantly, internationally. This recognition underscores our commitment to producing exceptional wines that stand out on the global stage.

MORE THAN 60 GOLDS and 35 TROPHIES have been won by our family estate to date, both Domestically and Internationally.