Wine Region
Adelaide Hills
The Adelaide Hills delivers elegant cool-climate wines: think crisp Sauvignon Blancs and silky Pinot Noirs alongside structured Chardonnays. Most estates welcome visitors by appointment, keeping the experience intimate and unhurried, while approachable tasting fees make exploration feel genuinely rewarding.
61
wineries in this region
AU$25
avg. tasting fee
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- Pinot Noir
- Sauvignon Blanc
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How many wineries are in Adelaide Hills?
Adelaide Hills has 61 wineries listed on Spill. The number spans everything from small family estates to large-production facilities open to the public.
How much do wine tastings cost in Adelaide Hills?
Across the 14 Adelaide Hills wineries with a published fee, most tastings run AU$15 to AU$50 per person. Budget visitors can find options at the lower end. The higher-priced experiences generally include more pours, food pairings, or private settings.
What wines is Adelaide Hills known for?
Adelaide Hills is best known for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, and Cabernet Sauvignon. These varietals appear most frequently across estates in the region and reflect the area's climate and soil conditions.
Do you need reservations for wine tasting in Adelaide Hills?
30 of the 32 Adelaide Hills wineries with a stated reservation policy require one, particularly on weekends. Book at least 2-3 days ahead to guarantee a spot. Same-day availability is limited.
Are there dog-friendly wineries in Adelaide Hills?
Yes. 15 of the 17 Adelaide Hills wineries with a dog policy on record are dog-friendly, including BK Wines, Simon Tolley Cellar Door & Accommodation, Nepenthe. Most allow dogs on outdoor patios or lawn areas; a few allow them inside. Call ahead to confirm leash requirements.
Are there wineries with food in Adelaide Hills?
Yes. 34 of the 34 Adelaide Hills wineries with a food policy on record offer food alongside tastings. Having food while tasting helps you assess wines more accurately and extends the experience, worth seeking out, especially for longer visits.
Are there picnic-friendly wineries in Adelaide Hills?
Yes. 10 of the 10 Adelaide Hills wineries with a picnic policy on record have a picnic area. Call ahead to confirm outside-food policies: some estates allow you to bring your own provisions, others have restrictions. Arrive early on weekends for the best spots.
Are there kid-friendly wineries in Adelaide Hills?
Yes. 11 of the 11 Adelaide Hills wineries with a family policy on record are kid-friendly, including Simon Tolley Cellar Door & Accommodation, Paracombe Premium Wines, Between the Vines Cellar Door. These estates typically have outdoor space and a relaxed atmosphere suited to visitors with children.
Are there wineries with outdoor seating in Adelaide Hills?
Yes. 26 of the 26 Adelaide Hills wineries with seating on record have outdoor seating. Availability is weather-dependent: the best outdoor tasting experiences are typically April through October.
Are there vineyard tours in Adelaide Hills?
Yes. 4 of the 4 Adelaide Hills wineries with a tour policy on record offer vineyard tours. Tour spots typically fill before standard tasting reservations, so book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
Winery index for Adelaide Hills
61 wineries, every one linked
- Lobethal Bierhaus
- Pike and Joyce
- Penfolds Magill Estate Cellar Door
- Sidewood Cellar Door
- Nepenthe
- LongviewVineyard
- Petaluma
- Golding Wines
- Paracombe Premium Wines
- Shaw and Smith
- Hahndorf Hill Winery
- Mt Lofty Ranges Vineyard
- Barristers Block Wines
- Wines by Geoff Hardy
- Deviation Road Tasting Room
- Anderson Hill Cedar Door
- Tagai Vineyards & Cellar Door
- Artwine Cellar Door
- LVN Restaurant at Bird in Hand
- Simon Tolley Cellar Door & Accommodation
- Tilbrook Estate
- Bird in Hand
- Ondeen
- Telunga Estate
- Between the Vines Cellar Door
- Zappa Wines
- Somerled Wines
- CRFT Wines
- Cobbs' Hill Estate
- Murdoch Hill
- Vinteloper
- Paracombe Wines
- Wotton Family Wines
- La Prova
- Coates Wines
- Mordrelle Wines
- Barratt Wines
- Tomich Wines Cellar Door
- Honey Moon Vineyard Pty Ltd
- Almondcart Wines
- Basket Range Wine
- DAOSA and Terre à Terre
- The Other Wine Co.
- New Era Vineyards
- BK Wines
- Kangaroo Creek Vineyard
- Saint-Clar Estate
- Koerner Wine
- Totino wines Cellar Door
- Revenir Winery
- Bendbrook Wines & Beef
- Whisson Lake
- Manyara Wines
- Simon Greenleaf Wines
- Springwood Farm
- Woodside Valley
- Brothers In Arms
- Wicks Estate Winery And Vineyards
- DA Catlin Wines
- Peacock Hill
- Romney Park Wines