Celebrate Coonawarra Cabernet with this fun, complimentary tasting challenge. Test your senses as you match classic Cabernet aromas and flavours, learn from our Cellar Door team, and call “BINGO!” for a chance to win prizes. Perfect for wine lovers of all experience levels.
BOOK NOW: Join Demetrio Zema in Melbourne for an exclusive afternoon of fine wine, canapés and conversation as he showcases a selection of current and back vintage wines at the prestigious 67 Pall Mall Saturday Cellar Series. A rare opportunity to experience Zema Estate alongside Carlei Estate while hearing the stories behind the wines directly from the winemakers.
BOOK NOW: Step behind the scenes at Zema Estate for a rare and immersive Winery Tour & Tasting. Explore the workings of a family-run winery, and then join owner Nick Zema for an exclusive tasting in the estate’s nostalgic private museum.
BOOK NOW: Join us at Zema Estate for a fun day out with friends and family, as Mrs. Zema lovingly prepares her legendary homemade pizzas. Experience Zema’s Italian hospitality while you enjoy live music, and wines by the glass in a lively atmosphere.
BOOK NOW:Discover the magic of cyanotype printing in this hands-on SALA Festival workshop at Zema Estate. Using the power of sunlight, you’ll create beautiful Prussian Blue prints with natural materials such as leaves, feathers and lace. Suitable for adults and children over 10, this fun and creative workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike.
BOOK NOW:Discover a freer, more expressive approach to drawing in this inspiring SALA Festival workshop with acclaimed artist Ann Carpenter. Using ink, a simple stick, water and soft pastels, you’ll explore the beauty of gum leaves, birds and trees while learning techniques that loosen your style and encourage bold, creative results. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, this hands-on workshop will help you let go of perfection and embrace the unexpected.
From the classic elegance of our Estate Shiraz to the greater depth and structure of our Family Selection, Coonawarra Shiraz can take on many expressions. Join Zema Estate Winemaker Lewis White as he explores what makes our region’s Shiraz so distinctive – and the differences between these two signature wines.
Coonawarra may be famous for Cabernet Sauvignon, but long before Cabernet became king, Shiraz helped shape our region’s story. Discover why this elegant, age-worthy variety remains one of Coonawarra’s best-kept secrets – and why Shiraz has been at the heart of Zema Estate since 1982.
Discover how time transforms great Cabernet by comparing museum and current-release wines, including our 2018 and new 2022 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon – plus the 2015 and 2019 Family Selection Cabernet Sauvignon. Experience the remarkable ageing potential that makes Coonawarra Cabernet truly exceptional.
Zema Estate welcomes Lewis White as Winemaker, marking an exciting new chapter in the winery’s 44-year history. With deep Coonawarra experience and a shared respect for tradition, Lewis joins the Zema family as we look ahead to the 2026 vintage.
BOOK NOW: Taste the best of Coonawarra as top producers hit the road for wine tasting visiting Adelaide + Sydney + Melbourne + Noosa + Brisbane. Meet the makers, and enjoy an unforgettable tasting experience alongside fellow Coonawarra wineries. Tickets are on sale now for all events.
Discover how to cellar wine at home, what to open now or save for later, and why well-made wines at every level can age beautifully with time, patience and thoughtful storage.
