History
The Downer Family have farmed their property 'Erinka' since 1939, reaping benefits of fertile soils of the Onkaparinga Valley in the heart of the Adelaide Hills. The farm has operated as a beef cattle property for the last sixty years.
Charlie and Julie Downer established Murdoch Hill in 1998. The twenty one hectare vineyard is situated in undulating hills where cool climate predominates and produces magnificent fruit. Murdoch Hill is the highest point in the surrounding district, standing 516 metres above sea level.
The Label
The design on the old earthenware bottle was used in the Murdoch Hill label.
It came from Charles Downer's ancestor, another Charles Downer, whose business thrived in the later part of the nineteenth century in Waymouth Street, Adelaide. Messrs Downer and co Wine & Spirit Merchants, aerated water and cordial makers was a most successful company.
The Winemaker
Brian Light, who is well known throughout the wine industry, is the winemaker for Murdoch Hill.
His uncompromising dedication to producing only the finest premium wines is the reason Murdoch Hill Wines delivers excellent quality and consistency.
