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Soul of the Barossa: Old Vines, Bold Flavors, and Wide Open Skies

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The route

11 stops·6 wineries · 2 restaurants · 1 hotel · 1 activity · 1 shop

1. 01

   Hotel

   Arrive in Tanunda & Check In at The Louise

   The Louise wraps you in Barossa luxury with vineyard views, private verandas, and the excellent Appellation restaurant steps away.

2. 02

   WinerySouth Australia

   Henschke

   Henschke's legendary Hill of Grace Shiraz comes from vines older than most countries, making this sixth-generation Keyneton estate utterly unmissable.

3. 03

   WineryBarossa

   Penfolds Magill Estate Cellar Door

   Trace Penfolds' legendary lineage back to 1844 through immersive tastings at this Barossa icon's historic cellar door.

4. 04

   Restaurant

   Appellation at The Louise

   Hyperlocal Barossa ingredients shine in seasonal tasting menus paired with an exceptional regional wine list at this destination restaurant.

5. 05

   WinerySouth Australia

   Torbreck Vintners

   David Powell's 1994 Barossa gem showcases stunning Rhône blends and single-vineyard Shiraz from ancient dry-grown vines.

6. 06

   Activity

   Tanunda Farmers Market

   Stock up on local charcuterie and fresh pastries at this monthly community favorite that captures the Barossa's artisan spirit.

7. 07

   WinerySouth Australia

   Turkey Flat Vineyards

   One of the Barossa's oldest vineyards, Turkey Flat has been family-run since 1847 and still produces celebrated Shiraz.

8. 08

   Restaurant

   Fino Seppeltsfield

   Wood-fired magic meets small-batch Barossa wines in a historic estate setting that takes local seriously.

9. 09

   WineryBarossa Valley

   Seppeltsfield Winery

   Taste a fortified wine from your birth year at this 1851 heritage landmark's legendary 100-Year-Old Para Tawny release.

10. 10

    WinerySouth Australia

    Kaesler Wines

    Deep Barossa roots since 1893 yield expressive Shiraz, Grenache, and Semillon from old vines at this Nuriootpa boutique.

11. 11

    Shop

    The Ferment Store

    Tanunda's go-to spot for discovering small-batch Barossa natural wines and supporting local artisans in one curated, convivial space.