About Smidge Wines
Smidge Wines is a boutique McLaren Vale winery led by founder & winemaker Matt Wenk. With over 30 years of experience, we craft small-batch wines that reflect site, season, and sustainability, recognised among Australia’s top wineries for quality and care.
Tasting Experiences
Cellar Door Tasting
Small, bookable tastings at the working winery. Quiet, personal and close to the winemaking. One selected weekend each month, with bookings essential.
Barrel Tasting
Varietals
Cabernet SauvignonShiraz
Good to know about Smidge Wines
Can you visit Smidge Wines? Is there a tasting room?
Yes, Smidge Wines has a tasting room open to visitors (from their website, September 5, 2026). Visits are by reservation.
What is Smidge Wines known for?
Smidge Wines is known for boutique, reservation only, good for groups, quiet escape and has wine club.
What wines does Smidge Wines specialize in?
Smidge Wines focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. Signature bottles include Start Here 3-Pack, Start Here 6-Pack, Houdini, Autobiographical Series, Limited Release, Pedra Branca, Fortified, Flagship Wines, Magic Dirt, St Brioc.
How much is a tasting at Smidge Wines?
A tasting at Smidge Wines costs AU$30 per person (from their website, September 5, 2026). Tasting $30 · Fully redeemable on purchase of 3+ bottles per person, or $120 (AUD).
Do you need a reservation to visit Smidge Wines?
Yes, Smidge Wines requires a reservation for tastings. Book through the winery's reservation link on this page.
Does Smidge Wines serve food?
Yes, Smidge Wines has food available alongside tastings.
Does Smidge Wines offer vineyard tours?
Yes, Smidge Wines offers vineyard tours. Options include Cellar Door Tasting and Barrel Tasting.
Where is Smidge Wines located?
Smidge Wines is at 60 Pethick Rd in Whites Valley, SA, in the McLaren Vale wine region. Phone: +61 419 839 964.
Who makes the wine at Smidge Wines?
The winemaking at Smidge Wines is led by Matt Wenk.
Does Smidge Wines farm sustainably?
Yes. Smidge Wines describes its farming as sustainable, organic or biodynamic.
Where to find Smidge Wines
Smidge Wines is at 60 Pethick Rd, Whites Valley, SA, Australia, in the McLaren Vale wine region.