Parker Coonawarra Estate
Parker Coonawarra Estate was established in 1985 by John and Faye Parker, following John’s long-standing connection with the region. Today, the privately owned estate remains committed to his uncompromising standards, with a singular focus on expressing Cabernet Sauvignon from Coonawarra’s famed Terra Rossa soils—widely regarded as the benchmark for classic Australian Cabernet.
The inaugural 1988 vintage of First Growth was an immediate success, winning the Penfold Hyland Trophy and being ranked among the top Bordeaux-style wines at the 1991 International Wine Challenge in London. It quickly cemented its place as one of Australia’s iconic premium wines.
Over the years, Parker Estate has continued to collect an impressive array of awards and accolades, maintaining a Five Star rating from James Halliday and achieving Langton’s Classification V for Excellence.
While the range has expanded to include Chardonnay, Shiraz and Merlot, Cabernet remains at the heart of the estate. First Growth sits at the pinnacle—showcasing the very best fruit from the vineyards and delivering a wine of structure, depth and enduring character.