UNIQUE EXPERIENCES TATACHILLA

Experience the rare historic beauty of the heritage-listed Hardys Tintara Winery and surround yourself with the beautiful gardens and classic McLaren Vale wines we have to offer. Home to our handcrafted winemaking since 1878, the Hardys Tintara Cellar Door is set in the heart of McLaren Vale. Open seven days for tastings.

Established in 1894, Wirra Wirra's ironstone cellars were restored when first cousins Greg and Roger Trott revived the Wirra Wirra (Aboriginal for amongst the gums) operations in 1969. The cellars have been lovingly restored using resurrected timbers from Adelaide's old woolsheds, and the bricks and relics of a condemned Methodist church. Wirra Wirra vineyards is situated three point seven kilometres from the Township of McLaren Vale in South Australia. Over the years Wirra Wirra has developed a strong following for intense, beautifully crafted red wines and espressive whites, forging an enviable reputation as one of Australia's most recognisable and leading wineries. During winter blazing fires welcome visitors and in summer the cellars are wonderfully cool. Our famous woodhenge fence and bell tower are favourites with picnickers, and petanque balls are available to play on the lawns.

Angove Family Winemakers are one of South Australia's oldest family-owned and operated wine companies, established in 1886 by Dr William Thomas Angove. Less than one kilometre from the township of McLaren Vale, the family's historic vineyard on Chalk Hill Road is exceptionally positioned and farmed organically. The Angove McLaren Vale Cellar Door is nestled amongst the vines, and from the stunning terrace you are literally sitting in the middle of the vineyard with panoramic 180 degree views of McLaren Vale. It is a relaxed and friendly atmosphere to taste award winning McLaren Vale wines and sample local produce. The cellar door also offers single origin, free trade coffee and light food in a relaxed lounge setting with open fire as well as a gourmet outdoor kitchen and wood oven designed for special events. Open seven days a week for tasting and sales.

A sweet tooth's paradise. Visit The Menz Fruchocs Shop, situated in the heart of McLaren Vale. Sample exquisite confectionery such as Medlow fine gels - a fruit gel made using pectin, a natural derivative of fruit. Also try Menz FruChocs and Crown Mints. Select your product and watch it be covered in chocolate in front of your own eyes. An interactive attraction with working confectionery machinery, which is sure to entertain not only children but adults too. Free entry and easy parking with plenty of wicked confectionery to be purchased.

Goodieson Brewery is owned and operated by Jeff Goodieson - Master Brewer with years of brewing and technical experience - and his wife Mary. The brewery is rustic and informal, and visitors are welcome to walk amongst the brewing vessels, smell the smells, and talk to Jeff. There's not much he doesn't know about brewing and what goes on between barley and beer. The current range includes a Pale Ale, a Pilsner, and a Wheat beer, and Jeff guarantees traditional, flavoursome, great tasting beer every time!

The Marienberg Centre is a unique restaurant, wine bar and cellar door complex in the heart of the picturesque McLaren Vale. The centre incorporates the historically significant circa 1850's cottage, which was home to the local stonemason and limeburner, hence the name of the restaurant. The Marienberg Centre offers a cosy wine bar in the cottage, which is attached to the delightfully airy restaurant, showcasing some of the best regional produce the Fleurieu Peninsula has to offer. The Cellar Door facility located adjacent to the restaurant is the home of Marienberg and Fern Hill Estate wines. You are welcome to wander down during lunch and sample the large array of fine wines and local produce they have to offer, along with corporate apparel and souvenirs. Marienberg and Fern Hill Estate Wines can be enjoyed in the restaurant at Cellar Door prices. Other local wines also available.

Blessed Cheese is the start point of the McLaren Vale Cheese and Wine Trail. Pick up your cheese hamper from Blessed Cheese and enjoy a progressive cheese and wine tasting at some of the best cellar doors in McLaren Vale and surrounds. The hamper includes a selection of local cheeses, olives, dried fruit, almonds and crackers. You can also upgrade to the premium hamper (advance noticed required) which includes smoked salmon, pate, dip, local smallgoods, frittata, antipasto, bread and petit fours. This self drive tour gives visitors the opportunity to savour the flavours of the area at their own pace while enjoying a unique cheese and wine matching. Please note, facilities and opening times vary at each location on the trail.

Foggo Wines is located in the heart of the McLaren Vale wine district. They specialise in making super premium wines from some of McLaren Vale's oldest vines. The winery and cellar door are located on the estate vineyard and plantings date back to 1915. Foggo Wines also have estate vineyards at McLaren Flat and Willunga, where 70 percent of the vines are dry grown. Their super premium wines are made with a blend of old, traditional methods and modern wine making techniques. Foggo Wines are only available at their cellar door or via email orders. Foggo Wines is a family run winery and their cellar door is a must for the true wine enthusiast to visit to taste their wines. A range of local produce is also on sale at the cellar door.

Whether it's to gaze, to graze or just laze, the Penny's Hill and Mr. Riggs Cellars Complex offers visitors many an option. From tasting a wide range of Penny's Hill, Mr. Riggs and The Black Chook premium wines, to browsing a gallery of constantly changing works of art by Australian painters, walking the expansive grounds, finding photographic angles or lingering over a meal in our award winning 'The Kitchen Door' restaurant. 'Ingleburne Farm', where we are located, is an enchanting link with the ways of previous generations. Yet, it is a vibrant modern facility, bubbling with good cheer, friendly informed service and the chance to stay overnight, or two. Functions range from candlelit dinners, well orchestrated weddings, conference and training activities and of course outstanding food-wine happenings. On any day, the time can be passed happily. Why don't you join us?

Chapel Hill Winery and The Retreat at Chapel Hill, McLaren Vale are the embodiment of the wine and food experience delivered using the best of sustainable practices by people who are passionate about the product and the region. Chapel Hill produces a range of premium wines that are an outstanding example of true regional, varietal and winemaking expression. The cellar door is set within a nineteenth century stone chapel with magnificent views across the vineyards to the sea. The chapel also houses a gallery, showcasing emerging South Australian contemporary and indigenous artists. The Retreat at Chapel Hill Winery is the perfect venue for small conferences, meetings or group and family getaways. Offering stylish accommodation and Hands on Cooking School, The Retreat team can tailor a stay designed to meet the needs of each individual group.

If you are interested in fishing, canoeing or photography the spectacular Onkaparinga River Recreation Park is a must. South Australia's second largest river, the Onkaparinga, meanders through gorges before transforming into an entirely different estuary environment of wetland ponds and flood plains. Explore the gentle estuary channels by kayak or canoe. Try your luck fishing. Ride along the cycle trails and see a variety of bird life on the river and in the ponds along the trail. To explore the estuary environment, use the River Road entrance.

Dyson Wines were established in 1977 and specialise in the production of dry grown, single vineyard, 100 percent premium variety red and white table wines. Varieties produced are Chardonnay, Viognier, White Port, Cabernet Sauvignon and Liqueur Chardonnay. All wines are handmade and estate produced. Dyson Wines are open for tasting and sales.

Oxenberry wines is a small winemaking operation by McLaren Vale born and bred winemaking duo, the Scarpantoni brothers, and is based at the historic site of McLaren Vale's first settlers in 1840, Oxenberry Farm. The Oxenberry Farm cellar door has an exceptional outlook across vineyards and wetland area, complete with resident duck population. All wines are available to taste or enjoy by the glass and by the bottle whilst taking in the views from the veranda or in our unique wine lounge, The Colton Room; the perfect place to experience our structured Liqueur Muscat and Single Origin Chocolate tastings. The Oxenberry range highlights the long established McLaren Vale performers of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache and Chardonnay, along with the more recent arrivals to Australia of Tempranillo and Pinot Grigio. These limited-production wines are only available via the Oxenberry Farm Cellar door and by mail order.

McLaren Vale's Carriage Cafe is a cafe, old fashioned milk bar and so much more. Join us at the Carriage Cafe, a family run cafe situated inside an old, 1908 South Australian railway carriage that was in service for many years, including forming part of the 1936 South Australian Centenary Train, before being converted into a charming and quaint little restaurant. Visit us for lunch, afternoon tea or sample our all day breakfast menu. We've also got the biggest range of milkshakes around, currently in excess of 100 flavours. Hop aboard and take the trip into the past with us today. There is a kids corner to keep the little ones amused and well behaved pets on a leash are welcome to join their owners on the decking for a bowl of water or puppy chino. For those who want some healthy and fun activity, try exploring the Shiraz Trail, which runs alongside the carriage. Hire one of our Avanti mountain bikes, or our tandem. The kids can come too, as we have kiddie trailers and a tag-a-long. We can even provide you with a picnic pack lunch to enjoy on the ride. Gift certificates are available.

Maximus Wines is located in the heart of the McLaren Vale wine region. Wines are crafted to perfectly reflect the terroir of the vineyard and the nurturing provided there. Maximus has a full range of red and white wines to enjoy in a free tasting. Guests are also welcome to stay and take advantage of the wonderful views in a shaded picnic area, use the new barbecue facilities or relax with a cheese platter and a bottle of Maximus Wine. Maximus also offers monthly matched food and wine tastings and Barrel Store Tours.

The Lloyd Brothers Wine and Olive Company is located just 40-minutes from Adelaide. The Mediterranean climate offered by this region is the perfect location to grow the finest fruit and for more than 100 years, olives have been grown on this property. Alongside the property's olive grove is a 30 acre Shiraz vineyard producing grapes for their complete range of Shiraz wines as well as a number of different Shiraz based food products such as jams and sauces. The Cellar Door is open seven days and visitors are invited to sample their complete range of products which include olives, oils, pesto's, vinegars, wines, Australian alpaca products and olive oil based body care products. With a focus on quality Lloyd Brothers have specifically limited their production to reflect this approach and as such their products are only sold through the cellar door and web site and a few specialist stockists.

The d'Arenberg Cellar Door offers a truly unique wine tasting experience, with over 35 wines made from more than 25 grape varieties. Established in 1912, this fourth generation family owned winery has paved the way for many alternative varieties in the region, achieving worldwide acclaim for their white and red wines. The cellar door and restaurant are located in a nineteenth century homestead with stunning views of the rolling hills and endless vineyards of McLaren Vale. D'Arry's Verandah Restaurant is an award-winning restaurant specialising in regionally inspired cuisine based around the extensive d'Arenberg wine range. Whether wine tasting or staying for lunch, it is advisable to leave plenty of time to soak up the d'Arenberg experience. Winner SA Restaurant and Catering Awards - Best Restaurant in a Winery 2008, 2006, 2005.