The Longbottom family have been farming in Padthaway, South Australia since 1938. Onions, sheep and cattle have long been their main stay. In 1993 the first vines were planted. Now over 400* ha are dedicated to wine grape production with 6 varieties being produced.
Our vision is for Farmer’s Leap wines to be recognised as a quality brand. A bottle of wine you can pick from your shelf or cellar and you know what you are going to get! Quite simply, a bottle of Farmer’s Leap wine, is a bottle you can trust and enjoy. Whilst remaining true to our values, history and region, that makes our wines worth selecting and drinking every time.
Our farmer has a name – Scott Longbottom. His family have been farming in Padthaway for 4* generations. The unique limestone soils are a part of our farmer’s DNA. Scott has a hands on approach on all aspects of viticulture and especially the little things that make all the difference. During pruning, watering, adjusting to seasonal conditions, harvesting, and everything in between he is there every step of the way making sure it’s the Farmer’s Leap way. His passion for the land is evident in every bottle of wine produced by Farmer’s Leap.
Farmers Leap – General Manager, Sales and Marketing, Adam Jeffries has been a part of the Famers Leap family for over 10 years.
Adam is passionate about the region, the brand, its history and most importantly what the future holds for this iconic brand.
Adam forms close relationships with all Farmers Leap customers, both locally and internationally, as well as an in-depth knowledge of the Farmers Leap range.
Renae Hirsch
Growing up with an inquisitive mind, an aptitude for science and surrounded by vineyards in the Adelaide Hills. Renae studied Oenology at the University of Adelaide and joined the Farmer’s Leap team in 2011, and she has been the perfect fit ever since. With extensive vintage experiences, Renae has completed vintages in Califfornia, Southern France, Germany, and Spain. Her approach to winemaking is to showcase specific vineyard sites in each wine she makes, capturing the purity and freshness of each grape variety. Renae’s influence and direct involvement in the Farmer’s Leap business and consistent quality is hard to overstate. She shows great commitment, passion and has an endless pursuit of quality that is of immeasurable value to Farmer’s Leap.
Peta Baverstock
Peta’s journey into winemaking began when she observed the distinct culture of food and wine in her best friend’s Italian family. The sensory fascination, coupled with her scientific inclinations, was ignited during her high school chemistry class discussing fermentation. Her academic path led to study Oenology at Adelaide University. Her choice to specialize in sparkling winemaking emerged as a unique pursuit during her graduation years when the emphasis was mainly on white and red wines. Recognizing the need for differentiation, she was drawn to the meticulous nature of sparkling winemaking that suited her detail-oriented personality. Peta joined Farmer’s Leap in 2017 when she crafted Destiny. Now overseeing ten labels and owning her own label, she relishes the diversity of her role.
Heading the the South East or the Coonawarra for a weekend getaway? Make sure you stop by Farmers Leap cellar door on your way through.
Unique to Padthaway, our cellar door captures the essence of Farmer’s Leap. A friendly warm environment with undeniable country hospitality. We offer meals & light fare, wine tastings, weddings, events and functions.
Open Wednesday – Sunday*
10AM – 4PM
*Excludes some public holidays
