John Parker's focus and unwavering dedication to Coonawarra remains core to Parker Coonawarra Estate today -
"The most appropraite grape varieties and clones, grown on the right soil profile in the best locations with the Coonawarra, to make the best possible wines from this exceptional growing region."
S.B.W. #4 - Hungry Lou - is made up of 65% Barossa Valley Shiraz, 25% Coonawarra Shiraz and 10% Barossa Valley Tokay. The moniker 'Hungry Lou' is part nod to the Tokaj wine region of Hungary where the grape-variety 'Tokay' originates from, and part reference to King Louis XV who was known to have a penchant for both Tokaji and Syrah wine, recorded as often using these wines as gifts amongst Royals.
Since the 1991 release of the inaugural 1988 vintage, First Growth has set a benchmark for superior wine quality in the Coonawarra region. It is a wine made without compromise, using only the very best viticulture and winemaking practices.
S.B.W. #3 - Napoleon - is made up of 75% Coonawarra Cabernet and 25% Barossa Montepulciano. Named after Napoleon Bonaparte - whose Italian heritage and French birthright saw him become both emperor of France AND King of Italy; similarly the grape varieties in our S.B.W.#3 hail from both France (Cabernet Sauvignon) and Italy (Montepulciano).
