Barossa Valley
World-famous shiraz
Just over an hour away from Adelaide, this lauded wine region is renowned for its rich, bold shiraz and Teutonic influences. Traditional land of the Peramangk people, its early European settlers included Lutherans from Prussia and Silesia, their influence still palpable in the valley’s culinary offerings and festivals.
Celebrated wineries include Penfolds in Nuriootpa, Seppeltsfield in Maranaga and Jacob’s Creek in Rowland Flat.
For local pantry provisions, stop by Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop & Eatery, owned by celebrated Australian cook and food writer Maggie Beer.
How to get there
The Barossa Valley lies some 65km northeast of Adelaide.
Car: From Adelaide, Main North Rd (A20) is the quickest route. For a more scenic route, take the South Eastern Fwy (M1) and take the Hahndorf/Woodside/Birdwood exit, which leads to Woodside, Birdwood, Mt Pleasant and Springwood en route to the Barossa.
Bus: Adelaide Metro buses connect Adelaide to Gawler, from where LinkSA buses reach the main Barossa towns. That said, those without their own wheels are better off exploring the Barossa on a day tour. Reputable operators include Barossa Taste Sensations.