BAROSSA VALLEY, SA
SIP
For a gloriously epicurean weekend away, this premier South Australian wine destination ticks all of the boxes.
With a rich history, gourmet eateries, more than 150 wineries and 70 cellar doors to try, it is hard to know where to begin your weekend of indulgence.
One of the region’s most famous estates is the award-winning Henschke Cellars, run by the Henschke family, one of the Barossa’s most distinguished winemakers who’ve been making wine in the region since 1862.
Tucked away in the rolling hills of the Western Ridge, Seppeltsfield has one of the region’s best cellar door experiences and offers a variety of tasting options.
Don’t miss Yalumba, Jacob’s Creek, Hentley Farm, Peter Lehmann, Rockford Wines Cellar Door, David Franz and Barossa icon Penfolds, located in the heart of the valley.
EAT
This region is home to Aussie foodie icon Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop & Café
– a must-do in the area – as well as some world-class restaurants.
Our picks for memorable culinary experiences are Hentley Farm, Appellation at The Louise, fermentAsian and the awardwinning Fino at Seppeltsfield.
For fresh casual fare and sensational views, head to Harvest Kitchen.
STAY
There’s no shortage of stylish places to rest full bellies after a day of tastings in the beautiful Barossa.
For absolute luxury and intuitive first-class service, five-star vineyard retreat The Louise certainly delivers.
The luxury two-bedroom villa J.H.A Stone Cellar, at Hutton Vale Farm, is a tasteful place to experience some generous Barossa hospitality and the slower pace of country life.
DO
Don’t leave without stopping in at the Barossa Valley Cheese Company.
The brainchild of qualified winemaker Victoria McClurg, this Barossa institution produces sensational handmade artisan cheeses behind their shop.
Indulge in a cheese platter or experience pairing cheese to wine, gin, cider or tea in their famous cheese cellar or purchase a hamper and winery trail map for the road.