Coonawarra Essence - Half Day Tour (12.30 - 5 pm)  (Private group booking from 1 to11 people)

Embark on a journey to uncover the hidden gems of Coonawarra! Join our Half-Day private wine-tasting adventure and explore four cellar doors in this picturesque region.  Coonawarra is famous for its vivid red soil - Terra Rossa - and world-class wines. From its world-renowned Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Merlot red wines and then to crisp, aromatic whites and vivacious bubbles. Don't miss your chance to savour the best wines this region has to offer. 

What sets our tour apart is the flexibility of customised experiences, which allow you to handpick the wine cellar doors you wish to visit. Explore the options and plan your group's personalised day of wine tasting in the Coonawarra. 

Perfect for Groups up to 11 people – Gather your friends, family, or work colleagues for an unforgettable day in Coonawarra!  Enjoy a fixed group price of only  $495 for up to 11 people.  The price per person will vary starting from just $45 per person depending on the number of people on tour.  Book Together—Save Together!

We offer free pickup from Naracoorte, Penola, and Coonawarra. Pickup from Mount Gambier or coastal towns is available upon request (surcharge applies).

Parkers Estate- 

With a reputation for quality and a focus on premium winemaking, Parker offers a range of tasting flights and experiences that show the unique flavours of Coonawarra's famous soils and terroir. Gin flights introduce our incredible range of craft spirits and offer a great complement to our wine-tasting sessions. A fun and approachable introduction to blending and artisan production.

Patricks of Coonawarra

A premium family-run estate in the heart of Coonawarra. Regionality and Personality. Only the highest quality fruit is sourced from their estate-owned and managed vineyards delivering hand-crafted, premium wines. 

- Produce Platter features local and artisan selections of cheese, olives, bread, olive oil, dukkha, selected charcuterie, dried fruit, nuts and crackers. It also includes two complimentary glasses of wine. *Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options available.

Brands Laira Coonawarra 

Brand’s Laira is an iconic winery steeped in heritage with a wealth of old vineyards dating back to 1893. Brand’s Laira offers a range of elegant yet richly flavoured premium wines from this distinct region.

 - Ploughman platter for 2 people, Chicken pesto salad, Pastry of the day. Salad
of the day (GF + Vegan) or Soup of the day with fresh-baked bread.

Food  Options - This is your choice and can be added on as an extra as part of the booking or paid direct to the venue on the day. You just need to let us know which of the wineries you would like to go to and we will book it for you. 

Majella Wines

The grapes that make Majella wines famous are all grown on the Majella property surrounding the winery. Majella is situated on the eastern edge of the famous Coonawarra “red strip” and comprises some 60 hectares. About 55% is planted to Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% to Shiraz and the remainder to Merlot and Riesling. Famed for their reds, they have also gained a reputation for wonderful Sparkling Shiraz and more recently for one of Coonawarra's nicest Rieslings.

Wynns Coonawarra Estate - 

Wynns Coonawarra Estate is the district's pre-eminent wine producer, with the longest established vineyard sites. Wynns produces an annual collection of red and white wines acclaimed for their consistent quality and depth of flavour, including two flagship reds - John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon and Michael Shiraz.

Coonawarra Railway Siding - 

An opportunity for the must-have selfie that will cement your unique wine experience in the Coonawarra Wine Region. Arguably one of the most recognisable landmarks in the wine world, the Coonawarra Railway Siding has become one of the most photographed sites in South Australia! 

Drop-off: - Return to your accommodation.

Various wine cellar doors offer other experiences that you may like to do as part of your private tour. For example

Katnooks - Icon Limited Release Tasting $30pp -   Cuvee Chocolate & Wine Experience $20pp -
DiGiorgio Family Wines - Wine flight with six bites  $39pp - Tour and Private Tasting $100pp

Please note that wine-tasting fees at cellar doors are not included in the tour price. These fees range from $5 to $15 per person and are redeemable with the purchase of a bottle of wine.

Food/Lunch Options: Choose from several options:

• Enjoy a produce platter for $50 (serves two) and pay directly at each venue.
• Alternatively, dine at Hollicks available Friday to Sunday or Ottelia, available Thursday to Monday's."