Seppeltsfield Winery

Culture & history

After we pick you up in the city at 9.00am (or 8.30am in Glenelg), we head out of the city to the iconic Barossa Valley. Kies Family Wines is our first stop of the day. The Kies Family have been growing grapes in the region for six generations, some vines are over 80yrs old! The little cottage, once used as a Chaff Mill opened its cellar door in 1985. Their philosophy has always been “not to get bigger, just better”. There is something for everyone here; from a dry Reisling to a Sparkling Rosé, lighter style red, right through to a big Barossa red, sweet wine or a Fortified…there’s even something for the tea connoisseurs. By the time you leave here you’ll feel like one of the family. We head to the western edge of the Barossa to our second stop of the day Pindarie Wines, taking its name from an Aboriginal word meaning “hilly place”. It is a family owned and sustainably run property consisting of sheep, pastures and of course vines. Step through the doors of the restored 1860’s stables and adjacent grain store where we experience a guided tasting of their award-winning wines; from sparkling La Femme Rosé, Fiano, crisp Sangiovese Rosé to their signature TSS blend. Then sit and take in the views of the of the vineyards while enjoying a lunch of regional produce. After lunch we make our way further into the heart of the Barossa to the historic township of Tanunda, where you can enjoy some free time to have a leisurely stroll through the shops and attractions. We’ve discovered the Red and White of the tour…now it’s time to beGin our journey through the most iconic palm lined road in Australia to Seppeltsfield Rd Distillers. Sample their award-winning Barossa Shiraz Gin, it received 99 points at the 2022 International Wine & Spirits Competition – the highest score awarded to any gin to date! Finally, we move on to the last destination of the day, Greenock Brewers. This boutique brewery is located in a historic Wheat Store and producing small batches of traditionally fermented beers, using the German Beer Purity Law of 1516. Meet the brewer and take a tour of the brewery while enjoying a taste of their creations. Now it’s time to relax and reflect on the day as we travel back to the city for a 5pm finish.

- Pick-up from Adelaide CBD, Glenelg or Hahndorf accommodation - We then drive through the beautiful Hills villages. - Visit the wildlife park where you can see many Australian animals such as koalas, kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, wombats, - dingos, echidnas and more - Walk amongst and feed the kangaroos and wallabies with a complimentary bag of pellets - Delight in a cuddle and have your photo taken with a Koala - Snap a selfie with a kangaroo - Call in to Melba’s Chocolate Factory and Woodside Cheese Wrights for tastings - Enjoy free time in historic Hahndorf to explore and have your lunch. Choose from over 40 cafes, pubs and restaurants within a 1km strip on the beautiful main street - Visit Beerenberg Strawberry Farm Shop where you will be able to taste their world renowned jams, condiments and products - Visit Adelaide’s highest peak, Mount Lofty Summit, to experience a panoramic view of Adelaide - Indulge in a complimentary box of chocolates on the drive home before being dropped off at your Hahndorf, Glenelg or Adelaide CBD accommodation

On this unique 30-minute small-group activity you’ll be hosted by a wine educator who will tell you about the history of the Centennial Cellar and its wines dating back to 1878. See 140+ years of wine in barrels and taste directly from the barrel the award-winning 100 year old Para Vintage Tawny. Seppeltsfield Winery’s founder, Joseph Seppelt and his eldest son, Benno, were renowned for their long-term vision for the estate, closely following custodianship principles to ensure a legacy that would be passed on to future generations. Evidence of this can be seen in Benno Seppelt’s Centennial Cellar, which is an unparalleled system of maturing single barrels of vintage tawny for 100 years before release. In 1866, plans to build a new bluestone cellar were undertaken by Joseph Seppelt. In 1878, following the passing of his father, Benno completed the stone cellars and gave instructions that wine from an 1878 barrel was not to be bottled for 100 years. This single barrel of 1878 tawny port remained, maturing in a separate room within the bluestone cellars for 100 years. The tradition of laying down a barrel of the finest wine from each vintage has continued every year since that time. The Centennial Cellar now comprises an unbroken lineage of every vintage from the current year back to 1878, and is a living museum of Australian winemaking history.

- Pick up from Glenelg, Adelaide CBD, or Hahndorf accommodation - Drive through the beautiful hills villages of Stirling, Aldgate and Bridgewater -- Experience a panoramic view over the Barossa Valley at Mengler’s Hill Lookout and Sculpture Park - Enjoy cheese tasting at the award-winning Barossa Cheese Co., Angaston (Except for Tuesdays) - Relax at the iconic Seppeltsfield Winery and cellar door with wine tastings and explore the beautiful grounds - Visit Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop, Nuriootpa, where you will be able to taste Maggie’s world-renowned products and have your photo taken wearing Maggie’s apron on the TV series set of ‘The Cook and the Chef’ - Indulge in a variety of chocolate tastings at the Barossa Valley Chocolate Company, a heaven for chocolate lovers. - For Lunch Step into an ambiance steeped into our best-chosen winery where you will enjoy gourmet Lunch and wine tasting. - Afterward, explore the iconic Chateau Tanunda, which is a historic winery in the Barossa Valley, known for its stunning architecture and award-winning wines. It offers visitors an immersive experience with tastings, tours, and a glimpse into the region's winemaking heritage. - Get your adrenaline pumping with an optional helicopter flight over the Barossa Valley with Barossa Helicopters (extra charge applies) - Visit the Whispering Wall and experience its unique acoustics first-hand (it really does whisper!) - Enjoy a complimentary box of chocolates on the drive home before being dropped off at your Hahndorf, Glenelg or Adelaide CBD accommodation