OUR STORY
About Us
OUR FAMILY
Philip & Vivienne
After selling their mining consultancy business, Phil and Viv sought a new challenge. Their love of wine, shaped by travels through Old World wine regions, and the serendipitous discovery of the Singlefile site drew them to a new calling. With previous careers as geologists, they brought a deep respect for the land, applying their knowledge, curiosity, and work ethic to vineyard life. Living on the Denmark property, they play an active role in Singlefile’s daily rhythm: tending the estate vineyard, maintaining the grounds, and caring for the Cellar Door. Their presence is integral to Singlefile’s ongoing pursuit of excellence, from vineyard to glass.
OUR FAMILY
Patrick & Pamela
Pat & Pam’s journey with Singlefile is grounded in a shared vision and long-held love of wine. This passion was first sparked during their early years together living in Italy, where they developed an appreciation for wine that tells a story of place, and honours both craft and region. As co-founders alongside Phil and Viv, they embraced an ambition to reveal the finest expressions of the Great Southern’s cool-climate terroir. Today, Patrick leads Singlefile as managing director, playing an active role in wine production and shaping the winery’s evolution, while Pamela oversees day-to-day business operations with a steady hand and thoughtful care.
OUR HISTORY
Vineyard History
CHARDONNAY
1986
The original chardonnay vineyard is planted, establishing deep roots in Singlefile’s Denmark home.
DENMARK
2007
The Snowden and Corbett families become custodians of the Denmark site, marking the beginning of Singlefile Wines.
VINTAGE
2008
Singlefile’s first vintage released from the estate vineyard, including the first Family Reserve Chardonnay.
FRANKLAND RIVER
2010
Singlefile produces its first Frankland River wines, a subregion known for structured reds of depth and purity.
DARK HORSE WINERY
2014
Named the inaugural winner of James Halliday’s Dark Horse Winery of the Year. First wines from Mount Barker released.
COCO D'VINO
2018
Selected by Gourmet Traveller Wine as one of the 50 Top Wine Experiences in the World, singling out the innovative Coco d’Vino tasting.
PRODUCER OF THE YEAR
2023
Named Ray Jordan’s WA Producer of the Year, recognising Singlefile’s pursuit of excellence across its portfolio.
ALBANY
2024
Produced our first wines from Albany, now offering single vineyard expressions from each of the five subregions of the Great Southern.
TOURISM AWARDS
2025
Gold medal winner at the Western Australian Tourism Awards, securing Bronze nationally at the Australian Tourism Awards in the Tourism Wineries, Distilleries and Breweries category.
OUR STORY
A Family Pursuit
The idea for Singlefile was born during a summer in Italy, where Pat and Pam, then living abroad, joined Phil and Viv in exploring Old World wine regions — a journey that deepened their shared love of wine and inspired the dream of a family-owned winery. That vision came to life when Phil and Viv purchased the Denmark property, its established vines discovered serendipitously from a neighbouring block.
Together, the family combined their experience and passion to establish Singlefile, naming it after the resident geese whose evening procession in single file to the lake became a lasting symbol. The crest on Singlefile’s label reflects this union of heritage and ambition: the springbok for the Snowden family’s Southern African roots, the stag for Pat’s birthplace in Ireland, and their motto, Semper Superne Nitens — “the pursuit of excellence” — expressing their commitment to crafting wines of distinction from the Great Southern.
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