Australia’s reputation as a world-class wine producing country is now a secure one, with many of the best wines to come out of the premier vineyards here being proclaimed as among the finest in the world. If you’re passionate about beautifully made, exclusive wines (and who isn’t?) then a trip to a winery can be a hugely enjoyable, eye-opening experience. In South Australia, some wineries are going the extra mile for their visitors and guests, and are offering additional, unforgettable experiences for wine lovers willing to make the journey. You can not only learn about the vinification process and visit the vineyards, but also taste some of the best food on this side of the country, visit on-site art galleries with amazing contemporary collections, and of course, get to try some of the best wines on earth. Here are three wineries which are definitely worth the trip.

 

Seppeltsfield Winery

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This beautiful winery in the world-beating Barossa Valley offers experiences which are unlike any other. Every year, Seppeltsfield winery release a 100 year old single varietal vintage wine (no other winery in the world does anything like this), and a trip here will end with a Port tasting direct from a barrel which was filled in the year of your birth. Truly unforgettable, and utterly delicious!

 

Penfolds Magill Estate

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The king of the crop, the best of the best, Penfolds is a wine lover’s dream, and responsible for some of the greatest wines Australia (if not the world) has ever produced. Explore the underground cellars and taste some of the most exclusive wines available, before settling into an award winning dinner at their fine dining restaurant.

 

d’Arenburg

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If you want to immerse yourself in winemaking tradition and history, then d’Arenburg in Mclaren Vale is the place for you. Discover their traditional practices, taste their beautiful, exclusive produce, and blend and name your very own wine to take home and add to your cellar.