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Barossa wine tours combine the finest wine, born of a rich European heritage, with the relaxed ambience of modern rural Australia. It's little wonder it was the only Australian location featured on the coveted New York Times list of '53 places To Go To in 2008', and was ranked as one of the world's top ten wine destinations on a popular community-based travel website, appearing alongside such European luminaries as Bordeaux and Tuscany.
The Barossa, which encompasses the South Australian wine regions of the Barossa Valley and Eden Valley, is located approximately 70 kilometres North East of Adelaide, the capital of South Australia. Nestled in the south, it offers agreeable weather all year round, with balmy summer evenings; crisp, clear days in spring and autumn; and chilly winter nights. Of course, Barossa wine tours make the most of each season, from outdoor dining with clean, fresh whites in summer to cosy comfort food and robust reds shared in front of a log fire in winter.
Grape growing and winemaking began in the Barossa in the 1840s with English and German immigrants. Since that time star winemakers from around the world have been drawn to the region to ply their craft in the remarkably versatile soil. Today, 700 expert grape growers (also known as vignerons), many with inherited knowledge passed down over six generations, tend to a breathtaking array of grapes varieties on these fertile slopes. They partner with over 100 small and large wineries to produce a world class range of styles that will satisfy even the most demanding wine tasting connoisseur.
A few of the very best wines to be sampled on the Barossa wine tours are the Barossa Shiraz (Barossa boasts some of the oldest Shiraz vines in the world), Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Semillon, together with the Eden Valley Riesling and also the Chardonnay. The region's reputation continues to flourish with such famous names as Seppelt, Yalumba, Jacob's Creek, Penfolds and Peter Lehmann. It is also the proud birthplace of one of the world's most celebrated wines - Penfold's Grange. Alongside these great estates, Barossa wine tours include an increasing number of boutique producers that provide the adventurous wine lover with a diverse wine tasting experience.
Of course, the finest of wines must be complimented by the finest of foods and Barossa wine tours do not disappoint in this respect. The locals are passionate about their food and this is reflected in the care taken in growing, producing, preserving and cooking gastronomic delights for family, friends and visitors alike. In small shops tucked away amongst the region's townships you will discover butchers and bakers blending German traditions and with a modern Australian to create smokehouse meats, smallgoods, sourdough breads, cakes, biscuits and preserves.
Beyond the tantalising dining and magnificent wine tasting there are ever more activities to be enjoyed including golf, cycling, bush walking, shopping and touring by car or bus. There are also art galleries and displays of heritage craft with a highlight being Tanunda's Old Mill Gallery, featuring paintings and drawings of Barossa scenes by local and visiting artists. Big events are a regular occurance with annual shows such as the ever popular Barossa Under the Stars featuring international music acts; the Barossa Vintage Festival; Barossa Gourmet combining fine dining, premium wines and live music; and the Barossa Band Festival.
Whether you are looking for indulgence, romance, relaxation or adventure, you'll find it all with Barossa wine tours.
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