The Innovative La Prova Winery

Founded in 2008 by winemaker Sam Scott, La Prova Wines represents the culmination of over 20 years of experience in South Australia and abroad. Sam's passion for Italian grape varieties led him to believe that Australia, particularly the Adelaide Hills, is an ideal location for cultivating these unique grapes. La Prova is a pioneering winery that combines traditional Italian varietals with the ancient soils of Australia, producing wines that are not only sustainable but also resilient to climate change. Each grape variety is carefully selected and grown in the most suitable locations, ensuring that they thrive in the Adelaide Hills and surrounding regions.

Adelaide Hills Terroir

Located in the Adelaide Plains of South Australia, the Adelaide Hills region boasts an average rainfall of about 600mm and temperatures ranging from 16 to 22 degrees Celsius. This Mediterranean climate, characterized by warm summers and cool winters, creates one of the most fertile areas in Australia. The predominant soil type is red clay loam, complemented by sandstone outcrops and patches of black earth, providing an excellent foundation for grape growing.

Winemaking Philosophy

At La Prova, the winemaking process emphasizes meticulous vineyard management and a precise picking schedule. The philosophy is simple: the best wines are made on the day the grapes are harvested. The winery sources fruit from vineyards that are best suited for each grape variety, primarily in the Adelaide Hills, but also from regions like King Valley for Prosecco and McLaren Vale for Nero d'Avola. This careful selection ensures that each wine reflects the unique characteristics of its origin.

Experiences to book at La Prova Wines

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Amy Thornton
October 6, 2021
I have visited with my friends twice in the last 2 years and both times it has been great! The wine is fantastic! The service is excellent! The people are lovely and knowledgeable! I cannot fault our visit. We will be back without question.
Matias Goldman
June 5, 2022
Really nice place, great ambient, friendly staff and Wow! wines are absolutely amazing!. Delicious Italian varieties, personally couldn't recomend more the sangi and Nero d'avola if you're into reds or Fiano and pinot grigio if white is your cuppa.
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Location

Location Mount Barker Road - Main Street, Hahndorf South Australia 5245, Australia

Region

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia

Spoken Languages

Services

Reduced Mobility Access
Pets Allowed
Parking

Visiting Hours

Monday - Sunday
11:00 - 16:30

Wine types

Red Wine
White Wine
Rose Wine
Sparkling Wine

Grape varieties

Prosecco
Pinot Grigio
Fiano
Cortese
Sangiovese
Nero d'Avola
Barbera
Nebbiolo
Aglianico

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Reviews (5)

Rebecca McGuirk
Reviewed on March 31, 2024

My friend and I were at the Easter Markets and decided to stop in for a platter and wine. They advised the platter was not available because of the weekend but we were more than welcome to bring food from the markets to the restaurant. The wine tasting was one of the best we have tried in Adelaide! Liam was great and very engaging and friendly. Would highly recommend stopping here for something more intimate and they have fantastic wines!

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Matias Goldman
Reviewed on June 5, 2022

Really nice place, great ambient, friendly staff and Wow! wines are absolutely amazing!. Delicious Italian varieties, personally couldn't recomend more the sangi and Nero d'avola if you're into reds or Fiano and pinot grigio if white is your cuppa.

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Amy Thornton
Reviewed on October 6, 2021

I have visited with my friends twice in the last 2 years and both times it has been great! The wine is fantastic! The service is excellent! The people are lovely and knowledgeable! I cannot fault our visit. We will be back without question.

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Chloe C
Reviewed on August 21, 2020

Been here a couple times now, it’s a cute little intimate spot. Staff are extremely friendly, professional and knowledgeable. Delicious wines - a favourite for sure.

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J.C. DiLamanno
Reviewed on June 3, 2019

La Prova was probably my best experience in South Australia - and to think we stumbled upon it on accident! We were traveling from Melbourne to South Australia and were recommended it when in Adelaide. Visiting Hahndorf - and not thinking anything of it - we passed by and luckily enough they were open! (They are only opened the first weekend of the month.) We went in and despite not having a booking, we were sat and accommodated perfectly. I really suggest booking as the place was full! The decor was cute and I felt cozy the moment I walked in. They were making hand-made pizzas that looked amazing but we were too full so just opted for the basic tasting with some chèvre cheese and crackers. We all ordered a wine flight of red Italian wines and every wine was different from one another and delicious. Many times reds can start tasting similar in a tasting but every wine stood out from one another. The staff was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and professional. We were sat at a long "family style" shared table and had a great conversation with the people sat with us. It was a really special afternoon and I would recommend this place to anybody stopping in Hahndorf or even the Adelaide Hills area in general. Well worth it! It's a hidden gem.

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Frequently Asked Questions about La Prova Wines

Where is La Prova Wines located?

La Prova Wines is located in Adelaide Hills, Australia

What type of wines does La Prova Wines produce?

La Prova Wines produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Sparkling Wine.

What grape varieties do they plant at La Prova Wines?

At La Prova Wines, they cultivate Prosecco, Pinot Grigio, Fiano, Cortese, Sangiovese, Nero d'Avola, Barbera, Nebbiolo, Aglianico.

What languages do they speak at the La Prova Wines?

At La Prova Wines they speak English, Spanish.

Do they produce organic wines at La Prova Wines?

No, La Prova Wines is not an organic wine producer.