Points of Interest

  • Welcome to The Story of Sevenhill Cellar’s History
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    Welcome to The Story of Sevenhill Cellar’s History

    Founded in 1851, this site hosts a rich historical tapestry within the South Australian landscape.

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  • Cellar Door
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    Cellar Door

    Sevenhill is a unique blend of history, faith, and winemaking, creating a destination steeped in significance. The oldest winery in the Clare Valley, producing wines continuously since 1851.

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  • Underground Cellar
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    Underground Cellar

    The underground vaulted cellar offers a rare glimpse into the history and craftsmanship of 19th-century winemaking.

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  • Schreiner Green
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    Schreiner Green

    The lawn area enjoyed by many today is named for the first Jesuit Winemaker, Brother Johannes Schreiner.

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  • Outdoor Screw Press
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    Outdoor Screw Press

    The historical Screw Press at Sevenhill Cellars, used until the 1960s, revolutionized winemaking, symbolic of the many technological advancements made at Sevenhill since 1851 which have helped transition from the traditional labor-intensive, to more efficient production methods.

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  • Slate Tank – Constructed from Mintaro Slate
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    Slate Tank – Constructed from Mintaro Slate

    Dating back to 1879, this slate tank showcases timeless winemaking traditions, still used today for crafting premium small-batch red wines in our Heritage, Saints and Reserve ranges.

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  • Old Vines
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    Old Vines

    In September 1851, Brother Johannes Schreiner planted Sevenhill’s first vines for sacramental wine, marking the birth of Sevenhill Cellars and the Clare Valley wine region.

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  • Sandstone Quarry
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    Sandstone Quarry

    The vineyard's early stone buildings were constructed using local stone from on-site quarries, where dangerous work tragically claimed the life of Brother George Sadler in 1865 while excavating for Saint Aloysius Church.

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  • St Ignatius Shrine
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    St Ignatius Shrine

    The dry-built sandstone shrine, crafted by Brothers Lenz and Danielewicz, honors Saint Ignatius, co-founder of the Jesuit Order, whose transformative journey from a knight devoted to worldly vanities to a spiritual leader shaped the foundation and enduring legacy of the Society of Jesus.

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  • The Stations of the Cross
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    The Stations of the Cross

    Considered to be an important location for people of faith, take a moment of reflection as you walk this tranquil path.

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  • Sevenhill Cemetery
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    Sevenhill Cemetery

    Established in 1862, Sevenhill Cemetery is the resting place of local pioneers, parishioners, and First Nations people, including Franz Weikert, a Silesian farmer who led Jesuit missionaries to Australia in 1848 and whose grave, marked by a hand-carved cross, symbolizes his enduring legacy in the region.

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  • Weikert Cottage and Dairy
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    Weikert Cottage and Dairy

    Weikert Cottage, once home to Franz Weikert and his pioneering family, stands as a restored symbol of Sevenhill's rich history, having survived the Ash Wednesday bushfires and welcomed visitors like Saint Mary MacKillop.

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  • Marian Shrine
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    Marian Shrine

    Our Lady’s Shrine – a place of contemplation

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  • The Madonna of the Vines
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    The Madonna of the Vines

    Brother John May, the seventh and final Jesuit Winemaker

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  • Indigenous Rocks Recognition and Reconciliation
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    Indigenous Rocks Recognition and Reconciliation

    Sevenhill and the Jesuits have a long and ongoing association with the local Ngadjuri people, the traditional custodians of this land.

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  • St Aloysius Church
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    St Aloysius Church

    The grand St Aloysius Church is synonymous with Sevenhill.

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  • St Aloysius Church – Crypt
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    St Aloysius Church – Crypt

    42 notable Jesuits have been laid to rest here.

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  • Saint Aloysius College (Not open to the Public)
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    Saint Aloysius College (Not open to the Public)

    The first Catholic School in South Australia, and the first Catholic Boarding School outside of Sydney. Nestled amidst the tranquil surroundings of Sevenhill, St. Aloysius College stands as a testament to the Jesuit tradition of education and community service.

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