Rymill Coonawarra

Rymill Coonawarra is a sustainably certified cellar door at 110 Clayfield Road, Glenroy, right in the heart of the Coonawarra wine region and a short drive from Penola. The defining fact for dog owners: dogs are welcome inside the cellar door and across the grounds, and there is often a resident winery dog on site to greet you.

The dog setup. Dogs can join you both inside the cellar door and on the spacious lawns, making it a reliable pick in wet or cold weather when outdoor seating is not an option. Keep your dog on a lead at all times on the property. Water bowls are often available for visiting dogs, and the casual, highly pet-friendly atmosphere means well-behaved dogs are part of the normal flow.

Known for. Rymill is renowned for high-quality Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Sauvignon Blanc, produced under certified sustainable vineyard and winery practices. Beyond the tastings, the property features a gallery and museum plus a koi fish pond to wander. The friendly resident winery dog is part of the experience and often on hand to welcome visitors.

Getting there. Located on Clayfield Road in Glenroy, just a short drive from Penola. Free onsite parking is available directly outside the cellar door, so you can move from car to tasting without a long walk.

Nearby with the dogs. Rymill is a key stop on the annual November Coonawarra Woof and Wine Walk, and many neighbouring wineries along the Riddoch Highway welcome dogs. For more cellar doors to explore, head to Bellwether Wines, Redman Wines, DiGiorgio Family Wines, or Patrick of Coonawarra. Closer to Penola, Parker Coonawarra Estate and Hollick Estates (Cellar Door, Restaurant and Winery) are also within easy reach.

Pepsi: The koi pond is a fun distraction for a curious dog, but keep that lead short near the water - those fish are not part of the tasting.

When to go. Hours are Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm and Sunday 11am to 3pm. If you want to turn the visit into a bigger outing, time it for the November Woof and Wine Walk, when the whole region leans into dog-friendly festivities.

Sources

• Dog Friendly Winery Archives - Coonawarra Vignerons · coonawarra.org
• Coonawarra Woof & Wine Walk Weekend - 14-15 November 2026 · coonawarrawalkingtrail.com.au

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