About this tour
Blend your own wine at d'Arenberg, a fourth-generation family winery in McLaren Vale established in 1912. This 90-minute session walks you through the art of combining wines across the winery's 60-strong portfolio and 25 grape varieties. You'll work with Chester and the cellar team to craft a bottle to take home, learning how traditional methods shape McLaren Vale's distinctive character. Ideal for anyone curious about what happens behind the cellar door.
Highlights
- Create your own wine blend under winemaker guidance
- Taste across 60 wines and 25 grape varieties
- Tour fourth-generation family winery founded 1912
- Take home your blended bottle as memento
- Learn traditional McLaren Vale winemaking techniques
- Access d'Arry's Verandah Restaurant on-site
- Wheelchair accessible throughout all areas
What to expect
You'll start with a walk through the cellar and vineyard to understand d'Arenberg's approach to winemaking. The team then guides you to the blending bench, where you'll sample wines side by side and experiment with ratios until you've created something you're happy with. Expect hands-on tasting—your palate doing the work, not just listening to tasting notes. The session balances technical explanation with playful experimentation. By the end, your blend gets bottled and labelled for you to carry away.
Good to know
Minimum age 18. No hotel transfers included; arrange your own transport to McLaren Vale. Gratuities not included. Wheelchair accessible throughout. Service animals welcome. Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
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