The Angelus Bell

The ¾ tonne Wirra Wirra bell that sits proudly atop our cellars was found in a wreckers yard. For generations it rung out thrice daily from the Jesuit Church at Norwood, South Australia at 6am, midday and 6pm, calling the faithful to joyful prayer. Since its rescue, loving restoration and elevation to its final resting place at Wirra Wirra, it has been engaged to announce the start and finish of each vintage at McLaren Vale and for other suitable celebrations and occasions.

In honour of that tradition, the name The Angelus is reserved for only exceptional parcels of Cabernet Sauvignon which are selected and vinified at Wirra Wirra.

Visitors to the cellars are welcomed to ring the bell. These are the friends and faithfuls of the Wirra Wirra community that become our Bell Ringer Members.