Si Vintners (Margaret River, WA)

A Quiet Revolution: The Story of Si Vintners in Margaret River

In the heart of Western Australia's celebrated Margaret River wine region, there's a different kind of story unfolding. While the area is famous for its powerful Chardonnays and Cabernet Sauvignons, winemakers Sarah Morris and Iwo Jakimowicz of Si Vintners are creating a buzz with a more hands-off, natural approach. Their journey is a testament to the idea that some of the most exciting wines come from a deep respect for the land and a minimalist philosophy in the cellar.

The "Si" in Si Vintners stands for Sarah and Iwo, a husband-and-wife team who met while studying winemaking at university. After spending years as "flying winemakers" across Europe—including Italy, Switzerland, and eight vintages in Spain—they returned home to Australia with a fresh perspective. They settled in a picturesque pocket of Margaret River called Rosa Glen and purchased a 30-acre estate with vines planted in 1978. Since taking ownership, their focus has been on converting the vineyard to a 100% biodynamic and organic operation, allowing the unique character of the land to shine through in every bottle.

Their winemaking is all about minimal intervention. They use native yeasts for fermentation and a very small amount of sulfur at bottling. The wines are unfined and unfiltered, a choice that gives them a raw honesty and texture that is a beautiful departure from the polished styles often found in the region. Their portfolio includes everything from a bright and expressive Chardonnay to a skin-contact Semillon and an elegant Cabernet Sauvignon. These are wines that truly speak of their place and the vintage they come from.