When Coonawarra Meets Clare Valley: Our Epic wine collaboration with Claymore wines
Sometimes the best partnerships happen when two passionate winemaking regions decide to shake things up together. We’re excited to announce our latest wine collaboration with the brilliant team at Claymore Wines from South Australia’s Clare Valley. And just between you and me, we think this one is pretty darn special.
Twelve Bottles, Two Regions, Zero Compromise
Picture this: twelve bottles that tell the story of two of South Australia’s most celebrated wine regions, all wrapped up in one spectacular mixed pack. Our joint release with Claymore brings together six bottles of our finest Coonawarra drops with six of their award-winning Clare Valley creations. Much like the old El Paso soft vs hard tacos dilemma, why should wine lovers have to choose between two incredible regions when they can have both?
Located in Leasingham, Claymore Wines has been crafting exceptional wines that truly capture the essence of the Clare Valley. Known for their award-winning releases and commitment to quality, they share our passion for creating wines that not only taste magnificent but also tell the story of their unique terroir. When we first chatted about this co-crafted pack, it felt like a natural fit: two family-focused wineries with a shared love for showcasing what makes South Australian wine regions so bloody brilliant.
Why This Wine Collaboration JUST Makes Sense
Here’s the thing about this wine collaboration – it’s not just about mixing and matching bottles (though that’s definitely fun). It’s about celebrating the beautiful diversity that exists within our own backyard. While we’ve been perfecting our craft in the red soil wonderland of Coonawarra since 1992, the Claymore team has been working their magic in the limestone-rich soils of Clare Valley, which means each region brings its own unique personality to the table.
This wine collaboration allows you to explore the distinct characteristics that make each area special (but without two lots of shipping!). You’ll enjoy the flavours that come from Coonawarra’s famous terra rossa soil that gives our wines that distinctive elegance and structure, particularly our Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. Meanwhile, Clare Valley’s Mediterranean climate and varied soil types create wines with incredible intensity and flavour, especially their renowned Rieslings and robust reds.
But without a doubt, the best part of teaming up with the folks at Claymore is the chance to add something truly special to your collection: a stunning wine from another iconic South Australian region, handpicked to complement your Koonara favourites. There’s something magical about tasting the difference between two regions side by side. Suddenly you can taste the dirt, the climate, the passion that goes into each bottle.
What’s Actually in the Pack?
While we’re still finalising the exact selection (I mean we have a pretty good idea but we need to keep something a surprise!) we can tell you that this joint release will showcase the absolute best of what both regions have to offer.
From Koonara’s Coonawarra Collection:
- Wines that embody our philosophy of creating high-quality, age-worthy drops
- Vegan-friendly, low in sulphur, and minimal residual sugar
- Think elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and a few handpicked selections that showcase the very best of Coonawarra
From Claymore’s Clare Valley Selection:
- Crafted with the same attention to detail and passion for excellence that we admire
- Award-winning quality that has made them a standout in their region
- Wines that capture the intensity and character Clare Valley is famous for
- Cool musically aligned names we think you’ll find fun
Building Bridges Between Wine Communities
This wine collaboration isn’t just about sharing our wines – we’re sharing our stories, our traditions, and connecting two passionate wine communities. This partnership allows us to introduce our Coonawarra wines to Clare Valley enthusiasts while discovering new fans among Claymore’s loyal following.
It’s about showing that great wine isn’t about competition, it’s about celebration. When two regions come together like this, everyone wins: winemakers get to share their passion wider, wine lovers get to experience two celebrated regions side by side, all from the comfort of home. It’s a chance to expand your collection with standout wines that tell the story of South Australia’s diversity.
Supporting South Australian Wine Excellence
One of the things we love most about this wine collaboration is the opportunity to support and celebrate South Australian wine excellence. Both Coonawarra and Clare Valley have earned their reputations as world-class wine regions, and partnerships like this help showcase the incredible diversity and quality that exists right here in our own backyard.
By choosing this mixed pack, you’re not just treating yourself to exceptional wines – you’re supporting two family-owned wineries who are passionate about their craft and committed to showcasing the best of their regions.
How to Snag Your Pack
We’re putting the finishing touches on this exciting joint release, and trust us, the wait will be worth it. Keep an eye on your inbox if you’re one of our Angels Guild members as you’ll definitely be the first to know when this special pack becomes available.
This mixed pack will be available online, at our Coonawarra cellar door, and of course at the cellar door at Claymore too. Given that it’s a collaboration between two beloved wineries, we expect these packs to be popular, so we recommend acting quickly when the release is announced.
For those of you living local to the cellar door, why not pop in as we will even be tasting the Claymore wines at the cellar door so you can really try before you commit (although we are confident you are going to love them as much as us).
Wine Adventures Await
What excites us most about this wine collaboration isn’t just the wines themselves (though they’re pretty spectacular), it’s the conversations and discoveries it will create. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party and want to impress with wines from two distinct regions, planning a comparative tasting with friends, or simply treating yourself to something special, this pack offers endless possibilities for wine discovery.
This collaboration between Koonara and Claymore represents everything we love about the Australian wine industry: innovation, passion, friendship, quality, and a genuine desire to share the joy of great wine with others.
Stay tuned for the official release announcement, and get ready to embark on a wine journey that celebrates the very best of Coonawarra and Clare Valley. Because life’s too short for boring wine, and this wine collaboration is anything but boring!
