Small Wonder winery opens on reclaimed Tasmanian swampland, fully organic
Small Wonder opened September 18 on gorse-infested swampland. The winery is fully organic-certified. It exports to 15 countries.
Small Wonder winery opened September 18 on former gorse-infested swampland. The winery is fully organic-certified.
It uses regenerative farming, native re-vegetation, and solar power. Chief executive Paul McArdle said Tasmanian wine has natural acidity.
The vineyard exports to 15 countries worldwide. The restaurant kitchen is 95 per cent free of disposable plastic.
It buys from local producers including Robbin Island Wagyu and local oyster farms. Tasmania's wine industry made about 20 million bottles in 2025.
That was a 37 per cent increase from the year before.
- September 18
- Opening date
- 15 countries
- Export destinations
- 95 per cent
- Restaurant plastic-free
- 20 million bottles
- 2025 Tasmanian wine output
Why it mattersThe winery shows how land reclamation and organic farming can build exportable businesses. At the same time, they fix damaged ecosystems.
AustraliaTasmania's wine industry continues to grow, offering local jobs and demonstrating that sustainable farming can be commercially viable in Australia.
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