Started by Doug and Joy Bowen in 1972 with the first vintage in 1975, Bowen Estate is now run by their daughter Emma.
This month, Bowen Estate releases its landmark half century vintage, showcasing the commitment of a family whose name has become synonymous with classic Coonawarra cabernet sauvignon.
Family owned and operated since its foundation, Bowen Estate has remained true to its philosophy of crafting wines that express the unique character of Coonawarra's celebrated terra rossa soils.
“I had lots of energy and passion to start my own winery experience," Doug Bowen recalls.
"I never wanted to work for anyone else, simply wanted to put all my efforts into my own project.
“To make the best wine you have to have the best grapes. End of story.
“To make the best wine you have to have the best grapes. End of story.
“With Emma in the winery I am immensely proud of what she is doing and has achieved.
“I have stepped back from the winery largely over the past few vintages and she has accepted the new responsibility well. Fortunately, we both share the same philosophy and commitment to our style.”
Bowen Estate makes wines from only three grape varieties: cabernet sauvignon, shiraz and chardonnay, and has a loyal following among collectors, trade and consumers alike, with its wines recognised for their balance and cellar worthiness.
“I have stepped back from the winery largely over the past few vintages and she has accepted the new responsibility well. Fortunately, we both share the same philosophy and commitment to our style.”
Bowen Estate makes wines from only three grape varieties: cabernet sauvignon, shiraz and chardonnay, and has a loyal following among collectors, trade and consumers alike, with its wines recognised for their balance and cellar worthiness.
“Bowen Estate has never just been where I work - it's where I grew up," says Emma Bowen. "Vintage was part of our family life, and some of my fondest memories are of watching my parents in the winery and vineyard.
“To now stand beside Dad as we celebrate and release our 50th vintage is incredibly humbling. It represents everything my parents have built over the past five decades, and I'm honoured to help carry that legacy forward."
“To now stand beside Dad as we celebrate and release our 50th vintage is incredibly humbling. It represents everything my parents have built over the past five decades, and I'm honoured to help carry that legacy forward."
Image: Doug and Emma Bowen
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