Meet the Winemaker: Téssera Wines
Téssera Wines – Crafting Distinctive Wines from South Australia
Téssera Wines is boutique, small-batch and proudly South Australian in its fruit and winemaking style — the kind of label that sits right in the sweet spot: serious enough to impress, but always made for good times and great food.
The Story Behind Téssera Wines
Téssera is a name that hints at the origin story: it’s linked to four close friends who started the label, with early vintages built on carefully sourced fruit around Strathalbyn on the Fleurieu Peninsula. As the demand grew, so did the scope — bringing in fruit from places that make perfect sense for their style, including McLaren Vale and the Adelaide Hills.
What makes that combination interesting is the range it allows: you can move between regions and varieties while still keeping a consistent signature — wines that feel modern, balanced, and made with intent.
The winemaking team reflects that same “do the right thing, then don’t overdo it” mentality: whites are made by Peter Leske and reds by Phil Christiansen. In plain terms, you’re getting wines made by people who respect variety and place, aiming for purity and drinkability rather than loud, overworked flavours.
Another twist in the Téssera identity: while the wines are grown and produced in South Australia, the brand proudly calls Brisbane home. That combination gives the label a bit of personality — regional, but not stuck in one lane; polished, but still playful.
What Makes Téssera Stand Out?
- Small-batch and quality-led — made with precision, not production-line thinking.
- Minimal-intervention mindset — the wines stay clean, expressive and true to variety.
- South Australian fruit — with thoughtful sourcing across regions like Adelaide Hills and McLaren Vale.
- Food-friendly balance — bright, tidy, and built for real-life drinking.
- A modern label with personality — approachable, but not basic.
Shop Téssera Wines at Wine Simple
Currently available
Téssera “Stompa” Sauvignon Blanc
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Téssera Wines FAQs
What does “Téssera” mean?
The name is linked to the number four in Greek, referencing the four close friends who founded the label.
Where are Téssera wines made?
Téssera wines are grown and produced in South Australia, sourcing fruit across regions including the Adelaide Hills and McLaren Vale, while the brand also proudly calls Brisbane home.
Where can I buy Téssera wines online?
You can shop Téssera wines online at Wine Simple here: Téssera Wines Collection and the current feature wine: Stompa Sauvignon Blanc.
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