The Southeast - Audley Travel

WinelandsWine tasting at Penfold’s Magill EstateTravelling north from Adelaide the landbecomes increasingly fertile and it is in thisarea that some of Australia’s finest vineyardscan be found in one of the country’s largestwine-producing regions.Magill Estate, AdelaideOn the edge of Adelaide, the Magill Estate isa well-established winery dating back over ahundred years. Best known for producing oneof the region’s finest wines, The Grange, theestate is open to the public and offers abehind-the-scenes tour to learn the secrets ofwinemaking. There is also an excellentrestaurant on site.The Barossa ValleyThe Barossa is Australia’s best known wineproducingregion just an hour’s drive northeastof Adelaide. The area was first settled in 1842by German immigrants who soon establisheda picturesque string of townships that includeLyndoch and Tanunda. Today the Barossaretains its colonial charm with plenty ofheritage buildings adding greatly to the region’swarmth and character. With over 50 wineriesscattered across the valley there’s ampleopportunity to sample the area’s mostfamous product.Vineyard in the Barossa ValleyAbbotsford CountryHouse, LyndochSituated at the southwestern corner of thebeautiful Barossa Valley, the colonial-styleAbbotsford Country House is blessed withmagnificent views of the surrounding vineyardsand rolling farmland framed by sun-bakedranges. The eight guest suites are named afterprominent local families. Each has its owncharacter and is lovingly decorated withantiques, furniture collected from Scotlandand Australia, and quality fabrics and drapes.It is perfectly placed for exploring the region’smany vineyards and restaurants and your hostswill help you make the most of your time.After a day’s exploring you might wish to playpetanque or croquet on the lawn and enjoy aglass of wine on the main homestead’s wideverandas as you watch the sun set.Kingsford Homestead,KingsfordSet in pretty, rolling countryside close toworld-class wineries, Kingsford Homestead isan elegant property dating back to 1856. Sincethat time it has been largely used as a workingfarm before a brief period of fame while it wasused as the set for an Australian TV series,McLeod’s Daughters. The current owners havesensitively renovated the homestead to providefabulous accommodation that combinescontemporary style with a nod to the past.The Clare ValleyFamous for a world-class Riesling, the ClareValley is home to a number of boutiquewineries and an emerging gourmet food scene.Within the valley there are several smallcountry towns, galleries and local museums,and the walking trails that wind through thepretty countryside are a popular distraction.Thorn Park by The Vines,Clare ValleyThorn Park by The Vines is a countryhomestead located on 50 square kilometresof countryside on the edge of Seven Hill in theClare Valley. Boasting lovely bush and vineyardviews, the homestead has been beautifullyfurnished with three charming guest rooms, anattractive central lounge and an outdoor deck.However, the highlight is perhaps the food,with fabulous meals complemented by localwines served by the charming hosts.Kingsford Homestead, KingsfordThorn Park by The Vines, Clare Valley28