McLaren Vale is situated 40 kilometers south of Adelaide. The rolling, vine-covered hills feed over 50 small, very individual wineries. The Region's wines are described as the 'middle palate of Australia' because they produce soft, full flavored wines.

Begin traveling through the Adelaide Hills to Hardys Chateau Reynella winery sampling the wonderful assortment of wines. Continue onto the scenic Hills via the picturesque town of Clarendon to Coriole winery, a beautiful little ironstone cellar surrounded by magnificent views and gardens. They produce an outstanding range of wines, olives, olive oils and cheeses with some exceptional wines styles unique to their winery.

Next stop is a visit to d'Arenberg winery, which feature a range of outstanding and innovative wines, made by Chester Osbourne from this 4th generation family run winery. Lunch will be at the charming Salopian Inn restaurant. After lunch, visit the rustic Wirra Wirra winery, one of the premium wine producers in the area. Here you will taste fine wines and tour their state of the art winery.

In the afternoon if time permits, you will visit the boutique Fox Creek winery, producing exceptional wines. To make more of a gourmet food tour, you could visit Brian's Olives, do a tasting of the fine Tatachilla wines and then taste the locally produced almonds at the Almond train and finish with a visit to Medlow Fine Gels and Chocolates.

Other wineries of interest are the new Cascabel winery and Hamiltons winery. The area also abounds with flower farms, herbs, venison, yabbies and cheese producers which can be visited or take a leisurely journey back to Adelaide via the Hills, visiting charming historic towns like Willunga an old slate mining town. Maybe also choose to return via the magnificent south coast.

As this is a private tour, you can decide where you want to go on the day, under the expert guidance of your 'Taste of Australia' guide!

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