Woodside Cheese Wrights

What Woodside Cheese Wrights does

Woodside Cheese Wrights is an artisan cheesemaker founded in 1994 by Kris Lloyd AM in Woodside, Adelaide Hills, South Australia. The company produces handcrafted cheeses in small batches using traditional methods — including overnight lactic set processes, cider-washing, and bloomy rind aging — from cow (including Jersey), goat, and buffalo milk sourced from approximately 80 Riverine buffalo and local Adelaide Hills farms. Its product portfolio spans two sub-brands: the Woodside Cheese Wrights range of traditional European-style cheeses (Brie, Camembert, Cheddar, Buffalo Persian Feta) and the Kris Lloyd Artisan range featuring innovative flavour profiles infused with native Australian ingredients (lemon myrtle, saltbush, bush tomato, pepperberry). Supporting categories include condiments, artisan crackers, branded accessories (Monet Cheese Knives co-designed with Koi Knives), curated gift hampers, and cheesemaking classes held at the cellar door.

The company operates a hybrid go-to-market model: direct-to-consumer via a Shopify online store (refrigerated Adelaide Metro delivery at a flat $17 fee plus selected interstate Express Post postcodes) and a physical cellar door at 20 Henry Street open seven days a week, complemented by wholesale distribution to Australian retailers and delis (Foodland, Harris Farm Markets, IGA, The Essential Ingredient and independents across all states/territories) and international stockists in the United States (Plum Plums Cheese NY, Bishops Orchard CT, Hudson Valley Connect NY) and Singapore. A bespoke corporate hamper program at quote-based pricing serves Adelaide Metro businesses for team gifts, client appreciation, and event catering. Pricing spans from ~$7.75 for small-format cheeses to ~$185 for premium gift hampers, with $25/$50/$100 digital gift cards available.

Woodside Cheese Wrights is a privately held, founder-operated business with no disclosed external funding, parent company, or institutional ownership. The organisation operates with approximately 5 employees and has earned multiple international and national accolades, including 1st place for Flower Power, 3rd for Monet, and 4th for Buffalo Curd at the 2024 World Championship Cheese Contest, plus repeated DIAA gold medals across 2022. Distribution is omnichannel via content marketing (recipe blog, Tips & Tricks), social media (Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube), email newsletter, and the in-person cheesemaking class experience.

Name

Woodside Cheese Wrights

Legal name

Woodside Cheese Wrights

Website

https://woodsidecheese.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Woodside Cheese Wrights is a privately held, Adelaide Hills-based artisan cheesemaker (founded 1994) producing handcrafted cow, goat, and buffalo milk cheeses across the Woodside Cheese Wrights and Kris Lloyd Artisan sub-brands, sold via cellar door, Shopify DTC, national wholesale, and US/Singapore stockists.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Artisan Cheese Production

NAICS

Cheese Manufacturing (311513)

SIC

Dairy Products (2020)

akta.pro primary industry

Private Label & Contract Cheese Manufacturing (AFAHABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cheese Shops & Fromageries (CRAHAGAD), Farmstead & Local Artisan Food Markets (Retail Shops) (CRAHAGAO)

Keywords

• Artisan cheese production
• Specialty dairy products
• Gift hamper retail
• Cheesemaking education
• Wholesale food distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Woodside

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Direct E-commerce Sales: Online direct-to-consumer sales through Shopify store, offering individual cheeses, hampers, and merchandise with delivery to Adelaide Metro and selected interstate postcodes.
2. Cellar Door Retail: On-site sales at cellar door location in Woodside, South Australia, open 7 days a week 11am-4pm.
3. Wholesale Distribution: Supply of award-winning cheeses to retailers, delis, and hospitality venues across Australia and internationally in the US and Singapore.
4. Corporate Hampers: Bespoke corporate hamper orders for business events, team gifts, and client appreciation packages delivered to Adelaide Metro businesses.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Woodside Cheese Wrights is an artisan cheese producer that handcrafts small-batch cheeses from South Australian cow, goat, and buffalo milk in the Adelaide Hills. The company sells its cheeses through a Shopify e-commerce store, a cellar door in Woodside, wholesale stockists across Australia, and select international retailers in the United States and Singapore. Complementary offerings include gift and corporate hampers, condiments, crackers, cheese knives, and in-person cheesemaking classes.

Product overview

Woodside Cheese Wrights is an artisan cheese producer established in 1994 in the Adelaide Hills, South Australia. The company offers a diverse portfolio of handcrafted cheeses under two primary sub-brands: the Woodside Cheese Wrights Range (traditional European-style cheeses) and the Kris Lloyd Artisan Range (innovative flavours with native Australian ingredients). The product lineup centres on fresh and aged cheeses made from cow, goat, and buffalo milk, including lactic cheeses, white mould cheeses (Brie/Camembert), table cheeses, and the Buffalo Milk Range. The Native Range incorporates native ingredients like bush tomato, lemon myrtle, and saltbush. Beyond cheese, the company sells complementary products including condiments (honey, jams, dried fruits), artisan crackers, and merchandise. They offer gift hampers for personal and corporate gifting, as well as cheesemaking classes. Distribution spans cheesemongers and supermarkets across Australia, with select retailers in the United States and Singapore.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Kris Lloyd Artisan: A product range featuring artisan cheeses including buffalo Persian feta, truffle curd dip, and other specialty cheeses.

Products and services

• Charleston Jersey Brie 'Charlie' French-style Brie (110g) crafted from Jersey cow milk sourced from Adelaide Hills, with farmyard and mushroom flavors developing as the cheese ripens. Aimed at cheese enthusiasts seeking premium bloomy rind cheeses.
• Buffalo Persian Feta Ultra-creamy Persian Feta made from buffalo milk using a traditional 12-day lactic process, marinated with thyme, peppercorns, and olive oil. Marketed to food lovers seeking richly flavored, handcrafted feta.
• Smokey Bush Tomato Buffalo Persian Feta Buffalo milk Persian Feta infused with smoked bush tomato and native pepperleaf, offering mild heat and complex flavor. Targeted at consumers seeking native Australian ingredient profiles.
• Lemon Myrtle Buffalo Persian Feta Buffalo milk Persian Feta with a fresh citrus twist from lemon myrtle, delivering a bright and balanced flavor profile. Targeted at food enthusiasts exploring native Australian flavors.
• Outback Chilli Buffalo Persian Feta Buffalo milk Persian Feta infused with native pepperberry, providing a gentle heat that builds on the palate. Positioned as a spicy, native-Australian take on Persian Feta.
• Chèvre Versatile fresh goat cheese made from Saanen, British Alpine, and Toggenburg goat milk, suitable for spreading, crumbling, or cooking. Targeted at home cooks and cheese enthusiasts.
• Swag Chèvre Goat Chèvre lightly rolled in ash, reducing surface acidity for a more complex mouthfeel and creamy texture. Aimed at cheese enthusiasts seeking premium lactic goat cheeses.
• Lemon Myrtle Chèvre Goat Chèvre rolled in native Australian lemon myrtle herbs, delivering a vibrant, herbaceous citrus flavor. Targeted at consumers of the Native Range.
• Outback Chilli Chèvre Goat Chèvre rolled in a blend of chilli, saltbush, pepperberry, and Tanami apples, delivering a spicy Australian-style kick. Sold as part of the Native Range.
• Saltbush Chèvre Goat Chèvre featuring native Australian saltbush, creating a tangy, salty, and aromatic profile. Targeted at Native Range shoppers.
• Goat Curd Fresh, light, and fluffy goat curd handcrafted in small batches using traditional lactic set methods. Sold as part of the Woodside Cheese Wrights Range.
• Truffle Curd Dip Goat curd infused with Western Australian Black Truffle, handcrafted in small batches for a light, luxurious dipping experience. Positioned in the Kris Lloyd Artisan Range.
• Monet Multi-award-winning goat Chèvre adorned with edible flowers and herbs, creating a visually stunning centrepiece cheese with bright citrus notes. Targeted at gifting and celebration occasions.
• Traditional Chèvre Trio Curated trio featuring Swag Chèvre, plain Chèvre, and Goat Curd for experiencing goat cheese across different textures and flavors. Aimed at consumers exploring cheese ranges.
• Flower Power Cooked curd semi-hard goat cheese infused with Marigolds, Cornflowers, and native Thyme. Sold as part of the Woodside Cheese Wrights Range and recognized as DIAA's Most Innovative Cheese and World Championship Cheese Contest 1st place.
• Golden Blossom Fresh goat Chèvre covered in native herbs, edible flowers, and golden leaf, served with a vial of native honey. Targeted at cheese enthusiasts and gift occasions.
• Mature Cheddar Mild, creamy Cheddar with a smooth and balanced flavor, suitable for cheeseboards and cooking. Sold as part of the Woodside Cheese Wrights Range.
• Buffalo Curd Creamy buffalo milk curd with a rich, velvety texture from the higher fat content of buffalo milk. Recognized 4th place at 2024 World Championship Cheese Contest.
• Spilt Milk Peasant-style cheese washed with Sparkke Vintage Cider during aging, featuring subtle caramel notes. Crafted by Senior Cheesemaker Mitch from repurposed ingredients during the COVID-19 pub closure period.
• Patrice Triple Cream Ultra-decadent triple cream Brie made with Adelaide Hills cow milk and extra cream, offering a rich, silky-smooth texture. Sold as part of the Woodside Cheese Wrights Range.
• Cow Persian Feta Cow milk Persian Feta (300g) made using the traditional lactic set method, producing an ultra-creamy texture. Targeted at consumers preferring cow milk versions.
• Monet Rye Flatbread Crackers Artisan crackers crafted from rye and adorned with dried edible flowers, designed to elevate cheeseboard presentations. Sold as part of the accompaniments range.
• Flatbread with Chives Crispy, thin crackers infused with aromatic chives, designed for pairing with soft cheeses. Sold as part of the accompaniments range.
• Monet Flower Salt Delicate blend of finishing salt and edible petals, ideal for finishing dishes with visual and flavor enhancement. New product line addition promoted on the company's homepage.
• Monet Flower Butter Artisan butter created to bring table presentations to life with stunning flavor and visual appeal. Sold as part of the Monet accompaniments range.
• Honey Aromatic honey sourced from Adelaide Hills, designed to complement cow, goat, and buffalo cheeses on cheeseboards. Sold as part of the condiments range.
• Plump Mix Juicy dried pears and apricots from South Australia's Riverland, preserved with minimal sulphur for natural, vibrant flavor. Sold as part of the condiments range.
• Fig, Walnut, Almond Sweetbread Sweet condiment featuring local figs and nuts, finished with Coriole vineyard Semillon for added character. Sold as part of the condiments range.
• World Championship Cheese Contest Hamper Curated hamper featuring recent award winners including Flower Power (1st place), Lemon Myrtle Buffalo Cheese, Buffalo Persian Feta, Buffalo Curd (4th place), and Monet Crackers. Targeted at gifting and gourmet consumers.
• The Survival Hamper Curated hamper featuring Charleston Jersey Brie, Patrice Triple Cream, Cow Persian Feta, Smokey Buffalo Feta, Lemon Myrtle Chèvre, Honey, and Chive Flatbread crackers. Targeted at Easter and seasonal gifting.
• Let's Celebrate - Cheese & Wine Gift Hamper Gift hamper with artisan cheeses, gourmet condiments, and Coriole Vineyards Prosecco for celebration occasions, priced from $95. Targeted at personal gifting.
• Corporate Hampers Bespoke cheese hampers designed for corporate gifting, team events, and business occasions. Currently limited to Adelaide Metro delivery with quote-based pricing. Targeted at businesses seeking premium corporate gifting solutions.
• Cheesemaking Classes Educational classes teaching traditional and modern cheesemaking techniques. Hosted in-person at the Woodside cellar door for cheese enthusiasts and aspiring cheesemakers.
• Monet Cheese Knives Purpose-built cheese knives designed by Kris Lloyd AM in collaboration with Koi Knives, featuring a unique dual-function design for soft cheeses. Targeted at consumers building a cheese-serving setup.
• Gift Card Digital gift cards redeemable online or at the cellar door in denominations of $25, $50, or $100. Targeted at gifting without product selection.
• Buff & Truff - Truffled Buffalo Persian Feta Buffalo milk Persian Feta infused with truffle, sold as part of the Kris Lloyd Artisan Range. Targeted at gourmet cheese shoppers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Multiple international and national cheese awards 2022-2024 including World Championship Cheese Contest victories
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Sparkke BrewingcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020Creative collaboration born from COVID-19 crisis when pub closures left Sparkke Vintage Cider surplus. Together they created 'Spilt Milk' cheese, a peasant-style cheese washed with Sparkke Vintage Cider, turning potential waste into an award-winning product that celebrates local producers' resilience.
• Koi KnivescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with Koi Knives founders Ramon and Shannon to design the Monet Cheese Knife collection, specifically designed by Kris Lloyd AM for cutting and serving artisan cheeses. The knives feature a unique dual-function design for soft cheeses.
• Coriole VineyardsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupplier of olive oil for marinating artisan cheeses (particularly Buffalo Persian Feta varieties) and wine pairings featured in hamper products and recipe suggestions. Also provides Racked Semillon for Fig, Walnut, Almond Sweetbread.
• Towerview and Oskjberg Goat DairiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal goat dairy partners supplying milk for Chèvre and Traditional Chevre Trio products, ensuring highest quality and seasonal control over milk sourcing for artisan cheese production.
• Riverland Fruit GrowersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupplier of dried pears and apricots from Riverland region of South Australia for Plump Mix condiment, sourced with minimal sulphur to ensure natural, vibrant flavour.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Bruny Island Cheese Co. Tasmanian artisan cheesemaker known for handcrafted, small-batch cheeses and a cellar door experience. Closely comparable on artisanal positioning, cellar door retail model, and premium pricing, though focused on cow and goat milk rather than buffalo.
• Vermont Creamery: US artisan creamery producing fresh and aged cheeses including fresh goat cheese (chèvre) and cultured butter. Comparable on small-batch artisan production, fresh lactic cheese expertise, and farm-to-table positioning, with a similar premium specialty retail presence.
• King Island Dairy: Premium Tasmanian dairy brand producing artisan cheeses (brie, camembert, specialty). Most direct Australian competitor in the premium artisan cheese category, with similar wholesale distribution through Australian supermarkets and a comparable product breadth across cow milk cheeses.
• Jindi Cheese: Australian premium cheesemaker producing brie, camembert, and specialty cheeses with broad retail distribution. Comparable on product categories and Australian supermarket presence, though a more established mainstream premium player than a craft cellar door brand.
• Cypress Grove: US artisan cheese maker best known for Humboldt Fog and other goat milk cheeses. Highly comparable on premium goat cheese innovation, award-winning product development, and US specialty retail/wholesale distribution — a useful US analog given Woodside's existing US stockist presence.
• Meredith Dairy: Victorian farmstead producer of sheep and cow milk cheeses including feta-style and marinated varieties. Direct comparable on the farmstead/artisan positioning, mixed-milk cheeses, and marinated Persian-style feta SKUs that overlap with Woodside's Persian Feta range.
• Berrys Creek Gourmet Cheese: Small Gippsland artisan cheese maker producing award-winning cow and goat milk cheeses, including blue and washed rind styles. Closely comparable on boutique scale, award-driven brand equity, and direct-to-consumer/wholesale hybrid distribution.
• Yarra Valley Dairy: Victorian artisan cheesemaker producing fresh, white mould, and washed rind cheeses. Comparable as a premium Australian boutique cheesemaker with cellar door, wholesale distribution, and similar product categories (brie, camembert, fresh cheeses).

Broad incumbents

• Bega Cheese: Large Australian dairy conglomerate with mainstream cheese brands (Bega, Farmers Union). Operates broadly in the same dairy/cheese space and competes for supermarket shelf space, but does not specialize in artisan cheese or cellar door experiences.
• Lactalis Australia (formerly Parmalat): Major dairy company owning brands like Pauls, Romano, and President. A broad incumbent in Australian dairy/cheese with significant supermarket distribution that competes for cheese category shelf space against Woodside's wholesale stockists.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/woodside-cheese-wrights

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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