From humble beginnings as a garden shed nestled among the vines with a rustic homemade bar, Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard has evolved to become a multi-award-winning tourism destination.
Lauren Hansen: New-Wave Winemaker
Lauren Hansen is a breath of fresh air in the historic Coonawarra wine region, pushing boundaries as she helps to lead a new generation of creative winemakers. Coonawarra is one of 18 wine regions in Adelaide, South Australia.
Grapes for Good: “Do a little good with every glass you pour”
Grapes for Good is an initiative that has brought together six wineries from the Adelaide, South Australia wine region of Langhorne Creek, to create a mix of wines supporting Zoo South Australia’s conservation efforts. Part proceeds from sales of these special wines go to Monarto Safari Park, the largest safari park outside of Africa. More than 70% of species at Monarto are threatened with extinction in the wild and need our support and protection to survive and thrive. This clever alliance earned Grapes for Good the Best of Wine Tourism Award for ‘Tourism Collaboration Excellence’ in 2023.
Gemtree Wines – McLaren Vale
Gemtree Wines is an organic and biodynamic certified winery in McLaren Vale, in Adelaide, South Australia.
Ticking off a thrillseeker’s bucket list
Adventurous ideas for exploring Adelaide, South Australia wine regions.
Southern Rhone comes to South Australia: How an old bush vine Grenache inspired Yangarra Estate Vineyard
The changing climate is forcing producers to rethink the varieties that will thrive in their regions.
100+ wine and food producers under one roof for 3-day city festival
Cellar Door Fest is an annual festival in Adelaide, South Australia that allows city dwellers to easily experience the best of the regions on their doorstep.
Grapes of Mirth – the perfect blend of comedy and wine
There’s nothing better than a good laugh – except perhaps a good laugh with a glass of wine in a picturesque setting.
Torbreck Vintners – Barossa
Torbreck is an internationally recognised Barossa Valley winemaker, producing a number of highly awarded premium wines. At Torbreck Cellar Door in Marananga, they aim to present a world class and professional experience which exceeds the expectations of the discerning domestic and international wine visitor, and ensure a visit to Torbreck is part of any wine collector’s itinerary in the Barossa.
Penfolds and Grange: The View from the Top
I tend to actively avoid the word ‘iconic’ as it seems like a somewhat crass descriptor for most wines. However, for truly iconic wines, what other word applies? When tasked with the assignment to write about an iconic wine from Adelaide, South Australia, there seemed to be little contest. Penfolds Grange was the obvious choice. As I sit in Penfolds Chief Winemaker Peter Gago’s office at Magill Estate to discuss Grange’s role as an icon, Gago accepts its truth, but with a sigh.
Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards – McLaren Vale
2022 Wine Tourism Services People’s Choice Award winner, Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards is a sixth-generation family-owned business in the heart of McLaren Vale. The Oliver family produce a collection of small batch, handcrafted wines from their 100 ha property, hosting guests in their heritage cottage cellar door.
Great Wine Capitals Global Network Ushers in New Era with Key Leadership Appointments
In an exciting development that promises to invigorate the global wine community, the Great Wine Capitals Global Network (GWCGN) is pleased to announce the election of Paolo Arena as President and Jo Colins as Vice President. The appointments were confirmed during the 2023 GWC Annual General Meeting held recently in Lausanne, Switzerland.