Innovation is woven into the fabric of South Australia’s wine story. Long before “wine tech” became a global buzzword, the Australian state was redefining how wine is made, experienced and shared.
Backing the next generation of SA wine and tourism leaders
Ten South Australian professionals have been awarded scholarships to help them become the next generation of leaders in wine business and tourism.
Adelaide Hills and Beyond: Wine, Landscape and the Art of Slowing Down in South Australia’s Great Wine Capital
Arriving in Adelaide after travelling through many of the world’s great cities brings an unexpected feeling: time seems to slow down.
The city feels elegant yet relaxed, spacious yet welcoming. Streets are calm and clean, and people greet visitors with genuine warmth. After visiting more than thirty countries and nearly two hundred cities around the world, it is rare to encounter a place that seems to operate at its own gentle rhythm. Adelaide does exactly that.
Where Creativity Feels Like Part of the Landscape
The Wonderground Gallery and Mirus Vineyard combines art gallery and sanctuary with vineyard and cellar door, covering 80 acres on Barossa Valley’s Western Ridge in the wine state South Australia.
Simple Pleasures in Adelaide, South Australia
Adelaide, South Australia has a way of making world class wine feel wonderfully easy, with a Simple Pleasures philosophy behind its wine tourism.
Vinteloper: Where Resilience Meets Design in the Adelaide Hills
Vinteloper in the Adelaide Hills – a mere one hour’s drive from Adelaide Airport – is a cellar door that is testament to its owners’ resilience and creativity, and the power of place.
Building Skills for the Future
South Australia’s wine and tourism industries are evolving rapidly in response to changing domestic and international customer preferences, and the need for skilled, adaptable professionals is increasing.
South Australia’s wine professionals awarded global learning opportunities
Eight South Australian wine industry representatives have been selected to travel to other world-renowned wine regions to connect with international experts and explore new ideas and innovations.
South Australia’s Iconic Vintage Wine Events
South Australia’s wine regions celebrate harvest – known locally as “vintage” – with passion, pageantry and a strong sense of community.
Applications open for wine business and tourism program – Adelaide, South Australia
South Australian wine tourism owners and managers are encouraged to apply for the next round of an educational program designed to deepen wine, business and tourism knowledge, helping the sector prepare for future challenges.
Family and Pet-Friendly Adventures in South Australia’s Wine Country
South Australia’s wine regions are known for their world-class vintages, rolling vineyards, and charming cellar doors – but they’re also increasingly welcoming to families and furry companions.
Award-winning luxury Adelaide Hills accommodation
Mount Lofty House and Estate was recently awarded the 2026 Best Of Wine Tourism Award for Accommodation for Adelaide, South Australia, recognising its role as a leader in immersive wine tourism and a gateway to the entire Adelaide Hills wine region.