Top McLaren Vale Dining Experiences

Go behind-the-scenes of Shottesbrooke Winery on this exclusive private wine and dine experience in McLaren Vale. Including barrel tastings, full-sensory experiences, and a 3-course lunch at the Currant Shed, this Shottesbrooke Winery tour gives you the chance to learn about the art of winemaking from the vineyard to the bottle while showcasing the amazing food of the region in a handcrafted culinary feast.

Settle in with a member of the Hastwell & Lightfoot family and learn about our more than 30-year history in McLaren Vale. In addition to enjoying McLaren Vale varieties like Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, we also specialise in Mediterranean varieties like Tempranillo, Fiano, Vermentino, Barbera and more!

Experience the joy of cruising around McLaren Vale and Moana Beach on e-bikes and sampling amazing local wines on this fun-filled small-group adventure day. Starting by the beach in Moana, you’ll take the scenic route up to McLaren Vale with a gentle-paced e-bike adventure. Once you arrive, you’ll stop for a coffee and then swap the e-bikes for a minibus so you can enjoy tasting all the different wines of the region.

Your Tasting in the Dark Experience will begin at the Hardys Tintara Cellar Door. You will meet your host at the Cellar Door where you will be guided to our Fortified Barrel Hall. This room is on the bottom level of the original winery, and maintains a constant temperature of 18 degrees Celsius, so make sure to bring a jacket in the colder months. Your host will then guide you through the wine tasting process and describe what role each of the senses play during the process. With the lights turned down, blindfolds on, and sipping from black wine glasses, you will discover what happens when you remove the sense of sight, and understand how it influences your wine tasting experience. This tasting is about enhancing your wine knowledge and gaining a deeper understanding of your palate.

Winner of 2020 Best Tourism Experience, 2021 Best Tourism Operator & Attraction and 2022 Best Customer Service*. The perfect day. Electric bike ride along the stunning coast followed by paddle boarding on the Onkaparinga River. Top it all off with a meal at a local eatery followed by a wine tasting in McLaren Vale. All in one day! *Onkaparinga Business Awards