Today, it’s a modern winery with a streak of innovation, making signature wines from both classic and exotic grape varieties.
1859
Barossa Valley
Alex MacKenzie
Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Chardonnay, Riesling, Fortifieds
Alex MacKenzie started as 10th Winemaker at Saltram in 2017, 16 years after his first experience with Saltram when he worked alongside the 8th maker, Nigel Dolan.
Since inception, No. 1 has remained the cornerstone of Saltram winemaking and is an integral component of the winery’s history and future; its philosophy has remained unchanged since it was first produced.
William Salter, together with his son Edward, pressed the first Saltram wine in 1862 and appropriately named it No. 1. This set the foundation from which this Barossa icon was to endure.