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Hi guys, going down to the Barossa for a couple of days in March next year, any recommendations as to which cellar doors to pop by?

We can skip the well known ones like Rockford, Penfolds and Seppeltsfield. Any experiences would be appreciated

Some really nice ones are;

Murray Street Vinyards
Hentley Farm
Kalleske (appointment)
David Franz (appointment only)
Tscharke
Torbreck

Wayne Dutschke (Lyndoch) - by appt.

Its a bit of cross forum posting, but here's a report I posted from a visit to several establishments in the Barossa earleir this year, some of which have already been mentioned above

http://forum.winestar.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=23842

Would definitely recommend Tscharke, Dutschke, Murray Street and Kalleske

A great friend of mine recently came back from barossa.

His CD highlights were:

Gibson
Langmeil
Charles Melton
Turkey Flat

I very much enjoyed Torbreck...lovely guys and you get to try some pretty expensive wine! Also, Artisans of Barossa is worth visiting. Lots of wines to try...Spinifex really stood out for me.

Simon

Lunch at Maggie Beers' is also nice. Especially if she's around.

Don't miss the Artisans of the Barossa where you can taste wines from a number of producers including John Duvall, Spinifex, Hobbs of Barossa etc.

Drive out to Eden Valley and go to Henschke.... massively worthwhile and also some great scenery... you can stop by Yalumba while out there (make sure to ask what wines they have open not on the official tasting list)

We go to the Barossa every year and some of the ones we try to pay a visit are:

Rockfords - Stonewallers.
Charles Melton - last year they had a couple of back vintages on tasting and the Hutton Vale meat pies are as good a "dogs eye" as you'll eat.
Gomersal - Barry White is a real character and his Shiraz is amazing for the money.
Turkey Flat - they quite often have a couple of back vintages on tasting.
Torbreck - just because it is Torbreck I suppose plus they normally have the whole range on tasting except for "The Laird".
Greenock Creek - sadly only open for a couple of weeks in September, so no good for you.
Artisons of Barossa - a must do. Beautiful place and lots of high quality wines to try.
Peter Lehmann - worth a look and they do a nice platter.
Kalleske - Appointment only (although the cellar door must be close to opening) but well worth it.
Ballycroft - Appointment only but again, well worth it.
Murray Street Vineyards - Probably close to the best cellar door in the Barossa.
Sieber Road Wines - a bit out of the way but Val is a lovely lady and the cellar door is absolutely beautiful. The wines are a surprise as well.

There are so many to go to and if you do too many it starts to become a bit of a blur in all honesty. We normally limit ourselves to 4 a day and enjoy many of the other activities the Barossa has to offer - like eating!!
Enjoy your trip and if you enjoy yourselves like we do, you won't forget it in a hurry.

Cheers
Ian

Here's some notes from a recent visit
viewtopic.php?f=1&t=12640&p=101288&hilit=barossa+trip#p101288

+1 on the Gomersal tip from Ian. Cracking wines, especially at the price.

Here's a couple of recommendations Rachel from Rockfords recommended.

Wineries in the Barossa to recommend for you:

Charlie Melton

I am sure you have heard of this winery. They are just up the road from us – and their wines are fabulous – if you have not heard of them – then this is a must go. Their new wines are always released in August – so they do have a limited range at the moment. Tele 08 85633606 http://charlesmelton.com.au/


The Willows

This is a small Cellar Door – and the wine price reflect this too! Great value for money. They do a great Shiraz, Sparkling red and Riesling to name a few! Telephone 08 85621080 http://www.thewillowsvineyard.com.au/index.html

Whistler Wines

This is a small family owned winery that is doing some great things as well. The prices are reasonable. Some of their fruit in the past was sold to Rockford wines. Tele 08 8562 49 42 http://whistlerwines.com


Seppeltsfield Wines

If you like fortified you should go to Seppeltsfield wines – and try their fortified wines + go on a tour! (They have a tour at 10.30 daily and 2.30 daily) http://www.seppeltsfield.com.au/Home.html Tele 08 85686200. The history of Seppeltsfield is great and the grounds are amazing. Also the best coffee and chocolates are sold here – with Richocolates!


Seiber Road Wines

Just up the road from Seppeltsfield – the views are great and the straight Mataro is really good!


Richmond Grove

This is the place to go for Rieslings – and their old Rieslings are great. 08 85637303. If Paul or Annie are on – they will both look after you well!


Hentley Farm Wines

They do charge for a tasting but the wines are great! If Dru is around he will look after. Telephone 08 8562 8037

www.hentleyfarm.com.au


Kabminye Wines

Good place to go for lunch too – but you might need to book. They have some unusual varieties like Zinfindel and Duriff! If Craig is around he will look after, if not Rick is also great – both have beards so sometimes hard to tell apart but one is the son in law!! Tele 08 85630889


Torbreck Wines

You probably know this winery well – however the wines are great, so it is worth recommending you visit them. Telephone 08 85624155.


Kalleske Wines

Worth giving them a call as the cellar door might be open. Tele 0409 339599


Rusden Wines

Telephone Ben Chipman 0407 793137. They are gaining a great reputation for their wines. Ben and Christian used to work at Rockford.. http://www.rusdenwines.com.au


Spinifex (Now part of the Artisans of the Barossa)

Mags and Pet are friends – and the wines they make are very French influenced. Not in your face fresh fruit! info@spinifexwines.com.au or telephone 08 85642059 web http://spinifexwines.com.au/ Artisans is run by Mel – another friend and best to contact Mel on Mel@artisanofbarossa.com or 08 8563 3935


Diggers Bluff (No Cellar Door – call for an appointment)

Robert’s son Tim has started this label. They also do not have a Cellar Door – so you will need to ring him on 85631510

Hutton Vale Wines (No Cellar Door)

Stone Jar Rd – Angaston. John and Jan Angas are related to George Fife Angas – who Angaston is named after. John and Jan do not open cellar door to the public – so it will be a great opportunity for you to taste the wines, we will need to book you in ahead of time. Telephone 85648270.

So far i got a couple of great places to look forward to visit, thanks guys!

+1 for Wayne Dutschke by appointment. (http://www.dutschkewines.com)

And if you want to kill 7 birds with one stone, then go to Artisans of Barossa. Beautiful cellar door. (http://www.artisansofbarossa.com) They are:
Hobbs of Barossa
John Duval Wines
Massena
Schwarz Wine Company
Sons of Eden
Spinifex
Teusner
Cheers, Travis.