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Maxwell Wines

Maxwell Wines

About Maxwell Wines

Maxwell Wines in McLaren Vale – winery, vineyard, cellar door, meadery and fine dining restaurant. Experience wine, mead, dining, events and our famous maze.

Tasting Experiences

Maxwell Wine Tasting

Choose your wine flight. Add snacks for a decadent tasting experience.

Maxwell Mead Tasting

A mead for all occasions, taste Australia's leading examples of mead.

Winery Heritage Tour & Tasting

Discover the history and heritage of the Maxwell Estate.

Winery Heritage Tour, Tasting & Fine Dining

A behind-the-scenes tour of our winery with an exclusive tasting, the rare chance to taste wine straight from the barrel.

Helicopter Flight & Fine Dining

A once-in-a-lifetime experience that you will never forget. A 30-minute scenic helicopter flight of McLaren Vale, followed by a fine dining lunch.

Maxwell Maze & Picnic

You can relax with a bottle of wine in the picnic grounds while the kids explore the maze. Please note, no BYO alcohol.

Maxwell Fine Dining

South Australian Restaurant of the Year, awarded by Gourmet Traveller.

Varietals

ShirazGrenacheNero D'AvolaGrenache Blanc

When to visit Maxwell Wines

Monday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Good to know about Maxwell Wines

Can you visit Maxwell Wines? Is there a tasting room?

Yes, Maxwell Wines has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026). Visits are by reservation.

What is Maxwell Wines known for?

Maxwell Wines is known for picnic-friendly, kid-friendly, beautiful gardens, hosts events and reservation only.

What wines does Maxwell Wines specialize in?

Maxwell Wines focuses on Shiraz, Grenache, Nero D'Avola and Grenache Blanc. Signature bottles include Shiraz, Grenache, Nero D'Avola, Grenache Blanc, Mead.

Do you need a reservation to visit Maxwell Wines?

Yes, Maxwell Wines requires a reservation for tastings (from their website, September 5, 2026). Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.

Does Maxwell Wines serve food?

Yes, Maxwell Wines has food available alongside tastings.

Does Maxwell Wines have a picnic area?

Yes, Maxwell Wines has a picnic area.

Can you bring kids to Maxwell Wines?

Yes, Maxwell Wines welcomes children.

Does Maxwell Wines offer vineyard tours?

Yes, Maxwell Wines offers vineyard tours. Options include Maxwell Wine Tasting, Maxwell Mead Tasting, Winery Heritage Tour & Tasting, Winery Heritage Tour, Tasting & Fine Dining, Helicopter Flight & Fine Dining, Maxwell Maze & Picnic and Maxwell Fine Dining.

Does Maxwell Wines host private events?

Yes, Maxwell Wines hosts private events.

Where is Maxwell Wines located?

Maxwell Wines is at 19 Olivers Rd in McLaren Vale, South Australia, in the McLaren Vale wine region. Phone: (08) 8323 8200.

What are Maxwell Wines's tasting hours?

Maxwell Wines is open every day, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Where to find Maxwell Wines

Maxwell Wines is at 19 Olivers Rd, McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia.

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