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Kangaroo Island Wineries
Cuttlefish Bay

Kangaroo Island Wineries

About Kangaroo Island Wineries

Dudley Wines is Kangaroo Island's pioneer winery, established in 1997 by Jeff Howard and partners. The clifftop cellar door, located 12km from the ferry terminal, offers tastings of 14 100% Kangaroo Island wines with spectacular views across Backstairs Passage to mainland Australia. The family-run business also features a small menu of platters and pizzas, local produce, and a one-hole golf course.

Tasting Experiences

Wine Tasting

Sample from a range of wine tasting paddles featuring 14 wines, all grown and produced on Kangaroo Island

Lunch Service

Small cellar door menu of platters and pizzas available for pre-order and pre-payment at booking

One-Hole Golf Course

Play a one par golf course while enjoying the cellar door experience

When to visit Kangaroo Island Wineries

Monday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
WednesdayClosed
Thursday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Saturday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sunday12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Good to know about Kangaroo Island Wineries

Can you visit Kangaroo Island Wineries? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Kangaroo Island Wineries has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026). Walk-ins are welcome.

What is Kangaroo Island Wineries known for?

Kangaroo Island Wineries is known for kid-friendly, outdoor seating, scenic views, walk-ins OK and good for groups.

What wines does Kangaroo Island Wineries specialize in?

Signature bottles include Shearing Shed Red, Cabernet Shiraz blend.

Do you need a reservation to visit Kangaroo Island Wineries?

No, Kangaroo Island Wineries welcomes walk-ins.

Does Kangaroo Island Wineries serve food?

Yes, Kangaroo Island Wineries has food available alongside tastings.

Is Kangaroo Island Wineries dog-friendly?

Kangaroo Island Wineries doesn't allow dogs on the property.

Can you bring kids to Kangaroo Island Wineries?

Yes, Kangaroo Island Wineries welcomes children.

Where is Kangaroo Island Wineries located?

Kangaroo Island Wineries is at 1153 Cape Willoughby Road in Cuttlefish Bay, South Australia, in the South Australia wine region. Phone: (08) 8553 1333.

When was Kangaroo Island Wineries founded?

Kangaroo Island Wineries was established in 1997.

Who makes the wine at Kangaroo Island Wineries?

The winemaking at Kangaroo Island Wineries is led by Jeff Howard.

What tasting experiences does Kangaroo Island Wineries offer?

Kangaroo Island Wineries offers Wine Tasting, Lunch Service and One-Hole Golf Course.

What are Kangaroo Island Wineries's tasting hours?

Kangaroo Island Wineries is open Thursday to Tuesday, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, closed Wednesday (from their website, September 5, 2026).

Does Kangaroo Island Wineries have outdoor seating?

Yes, Kangaroo Island Wineries has outdoor seating.

Where to find Kangaroo Island Wineries

Kangaroo Island Wineries is at 1153 Cape Willoughby Road, Cuttlefish Bay, South Australia, Australia.

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