Our Story
Main & Cherry is family owned and operated by South Australian winemaker Michael Sexton.
“Winemaker Michael Sexton has a knack of teasing out something special.”
JANE FAULKNER, HALLIDAY WINE COMPANION
The original Main & Cherry winery and vineyard, nestled on Main Road in Cherry Gardens, sits among the rolling Adelaide foothills, where most wines are still made using a small basket press and traditional techniques.
Michael grew up tending the original family vineyard, earned his oenology degree at Adelaide University, and has since spent over twenty years making wine—working vintages both locally and overseas.
Today, Michael lives with his family on his own vineyard above Clarendon in McLaren Vale, sourcing grapes from the original Main & Cherry vineyard and select sites across the Adelaide Hills and McLaren Vale.
Michael crafts wines that are vibrant, expressive, and full of personality, capturing the character of the Mediterranean climate and rugged landscapes.
Approachable and bright, these wines are meant to be shared, making life’s special moments even more memorable.
