
When it comes to wine country, there’s perhaps no better place to visit in Australia than the Barossa Valley. Situated just an hour’s drive from Adelaide, the region is home to hundreds of gorgeous wineries and cellar doors that are perfect for the wine connoisseur and novice alike. That’s why it can be a bit of challenge when it comes to nailing down the best that the Barossa has to offer. Thankfully, the team at Best Restaurants have come together and curated our top cellar doors where you can experience the finest in winemaking and dining.
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Hentley Farm is really something special – the restored 1840s building and the fine dining restaurant are set on the banks of the Greenock Creek. The cellar door has four tasting areas, one of which is filled with art by local artist Greg Donovan for you to admire as you sip, as well as a private dining room for members, a gorgeous space that seats 12 people.Read more
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Artisans of Barossa is less than an hour’s drive from Adelaide CBD on the outskirts of Tanunda in the premier wine growing region of the Barossa Valley. The venue includes the wine room, where you can taste over 100 wines from 8 wineries in the region. The Delikatessen & Store is the place to browse and shop for great local artisan wine and food as well as enjoying an all day menu in the store, on the terrace or lawn. Essen, by Artisans of Barossa, presents a contemporary, innovative interpretation of seasonal Barossa food.
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If you want tradition and history, Yalumba should be at the top of your list. It is the oldest family-owned winery in Australia, founded in 1849. The cellar door is as beautiful as the vineyards, with an open fire in winter in one of the original stone buildings where you can taste Viognier, shiraz, Grenache or some emerging styles such as Marsanne, Tempranillo and Sangiovese Rose.Read more
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Drive along a palm-lined road and a stunning sight will be waiting to meet you – historic winery building and lush gardens as well as a 100 year old barrel cellar. Seppetsfield is the largest producer of Fortified wines, ask nicely and they will let you taste a port from your birth year.Read more