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Horndale Winery
Happy Valley

Horndale Winery

About Horndale Winery

Established in 1896, Horndale Distillery & Wine Cellars is one of the oldest vineyards/wineries in South Australia, owned and operated since 1984 by the Albrecht family. The winery features one acre of original vineyard planted with red Frontignac grapes, supplemented by premium grapes from McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek. Known for award-winning reds and renowned fortified wines including ports, muscats, and specialty chocolate and coffee varieties.

RoséSparklingFocus on whitesFocus on redsOld-world charmFamily-runFood pairingsPerfect for celebrationsFor serious wine loversReservation only

Tasting Experiences

Cellar Door Tastings

Tasting of red, white, sparkling, and rosé wines, including award-winning Shiraz and multi-award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Shiraz, plus renowned fortified wines

Bistro Dining

Friday night fine dining with high-quality menu at reasonable prices, seating 50 guests comfortably. Ideal for club reunions, Christmas parties, wedding anniversaries, and birthday celebrations

Varietals

FrontignacShirazCabernet SauvignonMerlot

When to visit Horndale Winery

Monday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Good to know about Horndale Winery

Can you visit Horndale Winery? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Horndale Winery has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026).

What is Horndale Winery known for?

Horndale Winery is known for reservation only, rosé, sparkling, focus on whites and focus on reds.

What wines does Horndale Winery specialize in?

Horndale Winery focuses on Frontignac, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Signature bottles include Old Horndale Brandy Wood Frontignac, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot Shiraz, Ports, Bulk Ports, Muscats, Chocolate Port, Choc Cherry Port, Choc Orange Port, Coffee Port, Tawnies, Choc Orange Liqueur, Coffee Tawny.

Does Horndale Winery serve food?

Yes, Horndale Winery has food available alongside tastings.

Where is Horndale Winery located?

Horndale Winery is at 41 Fraser Ave in Happy Valley, South Australia, in the South Australia wine region. Phone: (08) 8387 0033.

When was Horndale Winery founded?

Horndale Winery was established in 1896.

Who makes the wine at Horndale Winery?

The winemaking at Horndale Winery is led by Phil Albrecht, Nolleen Albrecht.

What tasting experiences does Horndale Winery offer?

Horndale Winery offers Cellar Door Tastings and Bistro Dining.

What are Horndale Winery's tasting hours?

Horndale Winery is open Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM (from their website, September 5, 2026).

Where to find Horndale Winery

Horndale Winery is at 41 Fraser Ave, Happy Valley, South Australia, Australia.

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