Whistle Post Estate & Cellar Door

Whistle Post Estate sits on the Riddoch Highway on the edge of Penola township, a modern boutique cellar door with a resident wine dog named Alfie and a strong pet-friendly reputation across the Coonawarra region.

Dog setup. Dogs are welcome across the grounds and on the partly shaded deck, though not indoors. Water bowls are put out for visiting dogs, a step up from most cellar doors in the area. Guests can also bring their own food to go with the wine, so it is easy to make a proper stop rather than a quick tasting.

Known for. Acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon and a picturesque outdoor setting built for lingering over a glass rather than rushing through a tasting list.

Getting there. Address is 15712 Riddoch Highway, right on the edge of Penola, with on-site parking. It is close enough to central Penola that dogs staying in town accommodation can walk over rather than drive.

Nearby with the dogs. Penola town centre is a short walk away for cafes, and several other wineries along the Riddoch Highway are also dog-friendly, making a walking or driving loop easy.

When to go. Open daily 11am to 6pm; an afternoon session on the deck suits dogs well once the day has warmed up. Good for owners staying in Penola without a car.

Sources

• Cellar Door - Whistle Post Estate · whistlepost.com.au
• Dog Friendly Wineries in Coonawarra - Whistle Post Wines · whistlepost.com.au
• Dog Friendly Winery Archives - Coonawarra Vignerons · coonawarra.org

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