Top McLaren Vale Food & Drink

Discover some of the best food and wine McLaren Vale has to offer, including a visit to the spectacular d’Arenberg Cube. From wine tastings to gin or beer tastings, and free time to explore the galleries and shops in the main street, you are sure to find something that tempts the taste buds on this full day tour.

Visit iconic and boutique family-owned cellar doors and wineries on this all-day guided tour in McLaren Vale. The tour can be customized to suit your tastes, which means the wineries will vary based on the group. Typically, the tour includes around five cellar doors and wineries in a day. Plus, spend as much time as you’d like at each stop.

Learn the art of blending wine during a class at d’Arenberg winery in McLaren Vale. Select from a variety of wines to create your own special blend, working with a staff member who shares expert advice on how to balance your wine and work with the flavors. At the end of your 90-minute class, take home a bottle of your own blend to share with your friends.

Visit some of the best wineries, distilleries, breweries, and eateries in McLaren Vale with a local guide. You’ll spend the whole day eating and drinking but won’t have to risk driving yourself around or getting lost. Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of this small-group tour with a maximum of 12 travelers.

This is a unique, behind the scenes, authentic and intimate experience. A culinary event that’s different from the norm, where visitors can enjoy a private tour of the Tipsy Hill vineyard and renowned two acre Mediterranean style gardens. Enjoy a meal of seasonal, local dishes paired with your choice of premium wines from the Bec Hardy portfolio, hosted by the sixth generation vigneron, Bec Hardy - a member of one of the world's most famous wine family's - the Hardys.

Throughout a guided tour we showcase to guests the behind-the-scenes intricacies of how a wine is crafted by the winemaker - our guests get to go where most wineries do not allow. At Shottesbrooke, guests can expect hands-on sensory experiences, barrel and finished wine tastings, and amazing opportunities to view our working winery operations up close. Our tour is followed by sparkling on arrival and an incredible three-course dining experience at The Currant Shed. The Currant Shed's culinary team brings many years of experience to their kitchen. With varied experience across many regions around the world, they have the remarkable ability to translate the flavours of the land directly onto the plate using some of the Fleurieu, and South Australia's best produce, sourced from a raft of local suppliers. Each dish is handcrafted and has its own individual story.

Uncork the secrets of Shiraz with a tour and tasting at Wirra Wirra Vineyard. Admire views of the McLaren Vale vineyards, peek behind the scenes on a winery tour and ring the famous Angelus Bell. Then, indulge in an expert-led Shiraz masterclass and sample four different wines, plus a rare Museum wine, paired with delicious Four Winds chocolates.