Atom Wines

Richard Jones grew up on an historic farming property in the Jordan River Valley. Seven generations of Joneses had laboured there since the 1860s. But a life on the land wasn't for him. Beyond school, Jones spent more than a decade working interstate in oil, gas, and mining industries. 

On returning home with his young family in 2016, he lent a hand in the establishment of Invercarron Vineyard at Broadmarsh. The experience unlocked a latent passion for cool climate viticulture. 

Having worked alongside respected viticulturists Marty Smith and Mark Hoey, Jones was quick to ply his new-found skills, accepting vineyard management roles with Peak Viticulture and SISU Wines. 

In 2021, Jones and his wife Rachael launched Atom Wines. The boutique label sources premium fruit from the Coal River Valley, the East Coast and North West Tasmania. A network-based approach ensures access to exceptional fruit while supporting emerging, quality-driven vineyards.

The Atom portfolio includes sparkling pét-nat and still table wines crafted from small batches of Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and Syrah (Shiraz). The skilfully blended Entropic White has developed a strong following over four vintages.

Atom Wines are made under contract at Ghost Rock, near Devonport. Justin Arnold and Sierra Blair are charged with producing small batches of user-friendly wines with minimal intervention.

The Atom brand is Jones's acknowledgement of the extraordinary people within his orbit who have supported him on his wine journey – his wife Rachael, their three young children and a small circle of great mates and family connections.

Key principals:

• Richard Jones, owner
• Rachael Jones, owner

Vineyard/cellar door address:

No cellar door sales. See the Atom Wines website for tastings and sales options.

Telephone:

+61 (0) 408 876 198.

Email:

drink@atomwines.com.au

Website:

www.atomwines.com.au

Tasmanian viticulture takes place within a diverse mix of soil types and microclimates.

Climate data* for sites contributing to Atom Wines highlight the wide diversity of growing conditions here. Consider: Bruny Island Premium Wines (MJT 15.4°C; 747 GDD) and Tinderbox Vineyard (MJT 17.3°C; 1088 GDD).

South Australia's Piccadilly Valley* (MJT 20.4°C; 1730 GDD) and Victoria's Macedon Ranges* (MJT 19.9°C; 1365 GDD) are regarded as the coolest GIs in their respective states.

*Source: My Climate View, utilising past data from the Bureau of Meteorology and the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts. Funded by the Australian Government.

Last page update: November 2025