About Cradle of Hills Wines
Cradle of Hills is an artisan winery in McLaren Vale, South Australia, producing only 800 cases of wine per year. Most wines are allocated to Cradle 100 Wine Club Members and Cellar Door visitors. The winery is open by appointment and offers tastings with regional platters available in their garden setting.
Tasting Experiences
Hosted Tastings
Annual hosted tastings of current and new release wines held in November, April, and May, followed by fresh regional platters in the garden with opportunities to purchase end-of-bin specials
Willunga Markets Tastings
Monthly tastings hosted on the 4th Saturday of each month from 8am-12pm at Willunga Markets
Varietals
ShirazMourvedreGrenacheSangioveseCabernet SauvignonFianoCinsault
When to visit Cradle of Hills Wines
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
Friday11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Good to know about Cradle of Hills Wines
Can you visit Cradle of Hills Wines? Is there a tasting room?
Yes, Cradle of Hills Wines has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026). Visits are by reservation.
What is Cradle of Hills Wines known for?
Cradle of Hills Wines is known for outdoor seating, picnic-friendly, boutique, beautiful gardens and reservation only.
What wines does Cradle of Hills Wines specialize in?
Cradle of Hills Wines focuses on Shiraz, Mourvedre, Grenache, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, and more. Signature bottles include 2016 ROW 23 Shiraz, 2017 ROW 23 Shiraz, 2017 Darkside Shiraz Mourvedre, 2018 Darkside Shiraz Mourvedre, 2017 Old Rogue Sellicks Hill Shiraz, 2022 Ciao Bella Sangiovese, 2022 GiGi Mourvedre Grenache Rosé, 2021 Lacewing McLaren Vale Fiano, 2019 Maritime Cabernet Sauvignon, 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2022 Route Du Bonheur Grenache.
Do you need a reservation to visit Cradle of Hills Wines?
Yes, Cradle of Hills Wines requires a reservation for tastings (from their website, September 5, 2026).
Does Cradle of Hills Wines serve food?
Yes, Cradle of Hills Wines has food available alongside tastings.
Does Cradle of Hills Wines have a picnic area?
Yes, Cradle of Hills Wines has a picnic area.
Where is Cradle of Hills Wines located?
Cradle of Hills Wines is at 76 Rogers Rd in Sellicks Hill, South Australia, in the McLaren Vale wine region. Phone: 0438 564 281.
What tasting experiences does Cradle of Hills Wines offer?
Cradle of Hills Wines offers Hosted Tastings and Willunga Markets Tastings.
What are Cradle of Hills Wines's tasting hours?
Cradle of Hills Wines is open Friday to Sunday, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, closed Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Does Cradle of Hills Wines have outdoor seating?
Yes, Cradle of Hills Wines has outdoor seating.
Where to find Cradle of Hills Wines
Cradle of Hills Wines is at 76 Rogers Rd, Sellicks Hill, South Australia, Australia, in the McLaren Vale wine region.