Collection: Tim Knappstein & Son | Adelaide Hills Riposte Wines

Tim Knappstein and Son – Riposte Adelaide Hills Wines

Discover Tim Knappstein and Son, a distinguished Australian winemaking family with a legacy spanning generations. The Riposte range showcases the exceptional cool-climate character of the Adelaide Hills, with precision-crafted Pinot Noir and Shiraz that exemplify the region's ability to produce elegant, refined wines with distinctive regional expression.

Adelaide Hills Wine Region – Cool-Climate Excellence

Located in the Mount Lofty Ranges east of Adelaide, the Adelaide Hills is one of Australia's premier cool-climate wine regions. Sitting at elevations between 400 and 600 metres above sea level, the region benefits from significantly cooler temperatures than the surrounding plains, with crisp mornings, moderate days, and cool evenings that extend the growing season. This diurnal temperature variation allows grapes to ripen slowly and evenly, developing complex flavours whilst retaining natural acidity and elegance. The diverse soils, ranging from ancient weathered rock to clay loam, combined with the maritime influence from Gulf St Vincent, create ideal conditions for premium cool-climate varieties.

Pinot Noir & Shiraz – Adelaide Hills Signature Varieties

The Dagger Pinot Noir showcases the Adelaide Hills' exceptional suitability for this noble Burgundian variety. The cool climate allows Pinot Noir to express its classic characteristics—bright red fruit flavours of cherry and raspberry, silky tannins, earthy complexity, and vibrant acidity. The elevated sites and extended ripening period produce wines of finesse and elegance with genuine varietal character.

The Cutlass Shiraz demonstrates a different expression of Shiraz than Australia's warmer regions. Adelaide Hills Shiraz is refined and peppery, with medium body, fresh acidity, and flavours of dark berries, white pepper, and subtle spice. The cool climate produces a more elegant, food-friendly style that emphasises structure and aromatics over power.

The Riposte range from Tim Knappstein and Son represents great value for wine enthusiasts seeking premium Adelaide Hills wines with genuine family winemaking heritage and the distinctive cool-climate character that defines this celebrated region.