McLaren Vale

Winery

Bekkers Wine

Boutique producer of premium Grenache and Syrah.

Distillery

Neat Spirits

This McLaren Vale distillery and cellar door specializes in craft gins and vodkas, including unique flavors like Old Vine Shiraz Gin and Berry Bliss Gin. Their relaxed garden bar offers spirit flights and $15 cocktails under towering gum trees, open weekends from 11am to 5pm.

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Zerella Wines Cellar Door

A family-owned winery where Italian tradition meets innovation, producing exceptional single vineyard wines including Sangiovese, Grenache, Mataro and Shiraz. This intimate cellar door offers tastings Thursday to Monday in McLaren Vale, showcasing wines crafted from a rich heritage of farming and viticulture dating back to 1956.

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Thicker Than Water Wines (Producers of Squid Ink Shiraz)

Award-winning McLaren Vale winery producing estate-grown wines with an impressive portfolio recognized by the Halliday Wine Companion. Famous for their distinctive Squid Ink Shiraz, which earned 95 points and a gold medal, alongside premium releases like Omertà Shiraz and RDW Grenache.

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Oliver's Taranga

Sixth-generation McLaren Vale family estate.

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Primo Estate

Joe Grilli's innovative winery producing Joseph wines and La Biondina.

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Samuel's Gorge

Boutique winery in a heritage pumphouse producing hand-crafted McLaren Vale wines.

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Primo Estate Winery

A family-owned McLaren Vale winery celebrating Italian heritage through innovative winemaking and premium olive oil production. Known for their unique wine range including limited release Sparkling Red with museum vintages dating back to the 1960s, and their acclaimed JOSEPH extra virgin olive oil that exemplifies la dolce vita.

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Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards - Cellar Door and Winery

This McLaren Vale winery offers an impressive range of varietals from Italian whites like Vermentino and Fiano to premium Shiraz and Grenache. With a 4.9/5 Google rating and wines ranging from accessible everyday bottles to premium reserves, they provide both cellar door tastings and online sales with regular special offers.

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Aphelion Cellar Door

A family-run McLaren Vale winery specializing in Grenache and producing acclaimed low-intervention wines they call "bottled sunshine." Known for their flagship Affinity Grenache Mourvèdre blend, they handcraft delicious wines to exacting standards that capture the essence of McLaren Vale's sunshine.

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Kay Brothers

Sixth-generation family winery producing Block 6 Shiraz from 1892 vines.

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Hugh Hamilton Wines

McLaren Vale producer with creative labels.

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Dandelion Vineyards

Multi-region producer with McLaren Vale cellar door.

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Gemtree Wines

Biodynamic McLaren Vale producer of Obsidian Shiraz and Luna Tempranillo.

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Shingleback Wine

Family-owned McLaren Vale winery.

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Mollydooker Wines

This McLaren Vale winery creates seriously fun, juicy wines through a combination of science, innovation and dedication. Their wines of fantastical quality and incredible flavor are designed for all wine lovers, with a cellar door experience and MollyClub membership offering six wines delivered three times a year.

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Angove McLaren Vale Vineyards and Cellar Door

A fifth-generation family winery specializing in organic and biodynamic wines from their McLaren Vale vineyards. Located 45 minutes south of Adelaide, they offer premium single vineyard wines and award-winning spirits, with tastings available at their cellar door surrounded by organic Warboys Vineyard.

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Kay Brothers Winery & Cellar Door

As McLaren Vale's oldest family-owned winery, this historic establishment has been crafting exceptional wines since 1890 using traditional methods at their original Amery vineyard. Visitors can enjoy guided tastings and regional produce platters while taking in spectacular views across the vineyards to the Mount Lofty Ranges from their heritage-listed stone cellar door.

Brewery

Goodieson Brewery

McLaren Vale craft brewery producing ales and lagers.

Winery

Yangarra Estate

Biodynamic McLaren Vale estate producing old vine Grenache and Rhône varieties.

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Chalk Hill Wines

McLaren Vale estate producing premium wines and extra virgin olive oil.

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Paxton Wines

Biodynamic McLaren Vale producer.

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Chalk Hill Wines I McLaren Vale wine tastings & events

A six-generation family winery producing award-winning McLaren Vale wines since 1964, with their premium Alpha Crucis label reserved for exceptional vintages. Offers daily tastings from 11am-4pm in their Cellar Door or Alpha Crucis Lounge, plus unique sensory experiences exploring how sound and texture influence wine perception.

Meadery

Maxwell Meadery

McLaren Vale mead from Maxwell Wines.

Winery

Maxwell Wines

McLaren Vale family winery with cellar door and restaurant.

Winery

Down The Rabbit Hole Wines - Cellar Door & Restaurant

A world of sensory delight featuring handcrafted organic wines and fine dining at restaurant Fiore, overlooking McLaren Vale vineyards to the sea. Their cellar door offers wine tastings and casual outdoor dining, with a focus on seasonal, local produce and creating memorable experiences with quality wines crafted from vineyard to glass.

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Chapel Hill Winery Tasting Room

Experience fine wine, heritage and art in a historic 150-year-old chapel overlooking McLaren Vale, just 35 minutes from Adelaide. This iconic tasting room offers multiple wine experiences featuring organic Shiraz and premium Cabernet Sauvignon, with glimpses of winemaking in action at the co-located winery and vineyards.

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Coriole Vineyards

This McLaren Vale winery offers wine tastings at their cellar door and operates a restaurant open 7 days during summer, serving long lunches with valley views. They specialize in varieties including Chenin Blanc, Sangiovese, and Estate Shiraz, with wines available through their online store and cellar door.

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Vine Shed Venue & Cellar Door

Located on one of South Australia's oldest vineyards dating back to 1880, this rustic venue combines a cellar door offering Vine Shed and Conte Estate wines with wood-fired pizzas, share platters, and live weekend music. The family-run operation features indoor and outdoor spaces with vineyard views, plus unique experiences like wine and chocolate pairings.

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Hickinbotham Clarendon Vineyard

Historic Clarendon vineyard. Brooks Road Shiraz.

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Penny's Hill

McLaren Vale winery with award-winning wines and a gallery restaurant.

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Wirra Wirra McLaren

Iconic McLaren Vale estate.

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Wirra Wirra Vineyards

McLaren Vale icon with beautiful grounds.

Cidery

Oxenberry Farm Wines

This boutique McLaren Vale winery sits on the site of the region's very first settlers from 1839, making it the oldest winery in the area. The Scarpantoni family creates critically acclaimed wines on this historic estate, offering tastings with views over Pedler Creek wetlands and vineyards.

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Mitolo Wines

McLaren Vale producer of Jester and Savitar Shiraz.

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Woodstock Wine Estate

Heritage McLaren Vale estate with old vine wines.

Distillery

Never Never Distilling Co

McLaren Vale distillery producing bold, complex gins inspired by the Australian landscape and climate.

Distillery

Woodstock Distillery

McLaren Vale distillery with a long history of producing award-winning bourbons and brandies in South Australia.

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dArenberg

McLaren Vale's eccentric icon, home to The Cube, producing distinctive wines including The Dead Arm Shiraz.

Distillery

Never Never Distilling Co.

A distillery in McLaren Vale offering spirits, cocktails, and bookable experiences. Open daily with extended hours on weekends, they provide tastings and private functions at their cellar door facility.

Winery

d'Arenberg

A fourth-generation family winery in McLaren Vale, making distinctive wines using traditional methods since 1912. Known for their unique d'Arenberg Cube cellar door experience, organic and biodynamic wines, and aromatic fruit-driven wines crafted by Chester Osborn.

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The d'Arenberg Cube

A striking cube-shaped winery in McLaren Vale featuring five levels of immersive experiences including wine tastings, an Alternate Realities Museum, and sensory rooms. Visitors can explore art installations, enjoy panoramic valley views, and participate in hands-on blending experiences in this unique architectural marvel.

Brewery

Swell Brewing Co

McLaren Vale brewery producing ales.

Brewery

Swell Brewing Co. Taphouse & Brewery

A brewery and taphouse in McLaren Vale open 7 days a week, serving craft beers and food with a coastal surf vibe. Known for their range including Shipwreck Bay Hazy NZ IPA, Rincon Point West Coast IPA, and Tropical Crush Kettle Sour, plus unique offerings like hop water.

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Pirramimma Wines

McLaren Vale's oldest family-owned winery, farming the same land since 1892, producing rich, fruit-forward reds.

Distillery

Settlers Spirits

A craft distillery in the heart of McLaren Vale's renowned wine region, producing premium spirits with a focus on local ingredients and traditional techniques. With a solid 4.2/5 rating, visitors can expect quality tastings and an authentic South Australian distilling experience.

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Gather Brewing

A local brewery in the heart of McLaren Vale's renowned wine region, bringing craft beer to South Australia's premier wine destination. The perfect spot to gather with friends and enjoy freshly brewed beers in a relaxed setting.

Winery

The Winery Door

A McLaren Vale winery offering wine tasting experiences in one of South Australia's premier wine regions. Visitors can sample local varietals and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of this established wine destination.

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Fox Creek Wines

Family winery producing Reserve Shiraz and JSM blend.