Fleurieu Wineries and Cellar Doors

The Fleurieu has more than 75 cellar door wineries for you to visit, making it an ideal wine touring destination.

You'll find most at McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek - producers of some of Australia's most exciting wines. There are plenty of emerging wine centres to visit at Currency Creek, Victor Harbor and along the southern coast.

In McLaren Vale be sure to visit:
D’Arenberg: This winery includes a charming restaurant on its enclosed, corrugated iron and glass verandah that serves up fine cuisine overlooking a vista of vineyards.  
Coriole: Enjoy fresh, regional produce platters in the courtyard or under a Mulberry, Moreton Bay or Chinese Elm tree while listening to musicians and poets.  
Fox Creek: Ancient gum and olive trees frame a lake full of water birds adjacent to the bridge which crosses Fox Creek on the way to the 19th Century stone cellar door. Look out for changing art exhibitions featuring local and regional artists.
Kay Brothers: Barbecues and picnic areas perfect for families greet visitors to this picturesque winery where you can even stay on site in historic Amery Vineyard Cottage.
Wirra Wirra: At this friendly cellar door you can ring the 750kg Angelus Bell that sits on top of the winery and is used to mark the start and end of vintage. There are even toys and games for the kids while the adults enjoy wine tasting.
Woodstock: Jams, relishes and other food and available along with fabulous wines at this cellar door which includes a great restaurant.
Penny’s Hill: This small producer of hand-made, estate-grown wines includes the Red Spot Café with a refreshing tapas-style menu. Look out for friendly geese!
Samuel’s Gorge: Wine tastings are held in a former olive press house in this winery which overlooks dramatic Australian wilderness in Onkaparinga River National Park.
Hugh Hamilton: On the first Sunday of the month between May and November you can enjoy freshly shucked oysters along with a glass of wine. Enjoy breathtaking 360 degree views from this hilltop cellar door.
Hoffmann Wine’s Currant Shed: Try seasonal produce at lunchtime in this restaurant housed in a renovated currant drying shed.
Leconfield Wines: Home of a Day on the Green on the Fleurieu Peninsula, international singer Rod Stewart has performed at Leconfield, headquarters of Richard Hamilton wines.
Pertaringa: Follow a road flanked by giant gum trees to reach this rustic cellar door.
Primo Estate: Olive oil and vinegar are produced alongside fine wines at this modern winery where every day is la dolce vita, Australian style. Primo also offers structured wine flights as do other Fleurieu Peninsula wineries such as Gem Tree and Dowie Doole, Tintara and Coriole.
Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards: Sample wines in the 1850’s Worker’s Cottage restored by 5th and 6th generation Oliver family members plus many helpers.
DogRidge: At the base of the Southern Mount Lofty Ranges, this winery is named after Curly Coat Retriever dogs. Meet the dogs and indulge in art at their gallery.
Foggo Wines: Premium wines and extra virgin olive oil are produced alongside each other at this husband and wife team winery.
Maximus Wines: From a family of cider makers and brewers for four generations, Rowland and Shelley are now living the dream of creating their own wine label, and inspiring strength, character and integrity in all they do. 
Rosemount Estate: This well-known winery hosts everything from individual tastings through to wedding receptions, cocktail parties and gala dinners.
Tapestry: Enjoy fine wines and delicious tapas-style food while taking in breathtaking views of the coast from the newly elevated deck or shaded picnic area.

Other great wineries on the Fleurieu Peninsula include:
Bremerton: Enjoy the atmosphere of a restored 1866 stone barn set among the vines at Langhorne Creek. Visitors can indulge in regionally inspired food platters.
Bleasdale: This is where Langhorne Creek’s wine industry began. Today owned and operated by fifth generation members of the Potts family, the winery’s red gum wine press is 15 metres long, 7 metres high, weighs 3.5 tonnes and was hand built in 1892. See it for yourself.
Rusticana Wines (and Newmans Horseradish Farm): Enjoy a platter, coffee or glass of wine in picturesque Langhorne Creek.

While in Langhorne Creek, also visit Cleggett, Angas Plain, Zontes Footstep, Lake Breeze and The Wine House which is a unique cellar door featuring four award winning labels. Parri Estate winery has fantastic views of the valley with a big fireplace. Enjoy regional platters and an authentic Aussie barbecue. Middlebrook Estate, Currency Creek boasts a Tuscan-style cellar and tasting area. View a full list of Langhorne Creek wineries and cellar doors.