The SummerVines Festival from 17-27 January 2025 in the McLaren Vale wine region, offers a diverse lineup of events celebrating the area's wine, food, and coastal lifestyle. Here’s some events you can look forward to:
eTukTuk Wine Tour - Shirvington Wines
Embark on an eTukTuk tour featuring a wine tasting, a grazing platter, and a relaxed atmosphere.
Friday 17-Monday 20 January, Thursday 23-Monday 27 January, 10.30am-1.30pm, 12.30-3.30pm, $290
Taranga Terroir Tour at Oliver's Taranga
Explore the vineyards on a personalised tour with 'Ollie' the Golf Buggy, learning about the terroir of Oliver’s Taranga plus enjoy a complimentary premium tasting of Oliver's Taranga's best wines alongside some canapes.
Friday 17-Monday 27 January, 10.30am-1.30pm, 1.30-4pm, $99
Ultimate Winemaker for a Minute Experience, Haselgrove
Enjoy an exclusive guided tour of the Ambassador Shiraz Vineyard in McLaren Vale with a glass in hand, then create your own signature blend of Grenache, Shiraz, and Mourvèdre. Afterwards, enjoy a light grazing platter and relax in the rooftop cellar door.
Friday 17-Friday 24 January, 11am-1.30pm, $110.
Yangarra x Hickinbotham Tasting Experience
Discover the vibrant and rare Rhône-inspired whites from Yangarra Estate Vineyard, then delve into the depth and elegance of Hickinbotham Clarendon Vineyard’s powerhouse reds, with curated small bite food pairings to transform each pour. The one-hour experience includes 4 wine tasting flights with paired bites.
Friday 17-Monday 27 January, 11am-3.30pm, $40.
Summervines: Tasting at Patritti
Nestle between the vats in the cosy Cellar II tasting room, discovering a curated flight of 6 exceptional McLaren Vale wines, thoughtfully selected to complement the warm, sunny days of the season.
Friday 17-Monday 27 January, 11am-4pm, $10
Sips & Snacks at Varney Wines
Relax with stunning views of the Onkaparinga Gorge while enjoying a structured tasting of Varney Wines, accompanied by snacks.
Friday 17-Sunday 19 January, Friday 24-Sunday 26 January, 11am-4pm, $15
Guided Tour and Summer Wines at Kay Brothers
Join former winemaker Colin Kay and his daughter Elspeth for a behind-the-scenes two-hour tour of their heritage-listed winery.
Saturday 18 & 25 January, 10am, Sunday 19 & 26 January, 3pm, $90
Lavish Lawn at Beresford Estate
Enjoy sun, sips, and soulful tunes on the lawns of Beresford Estate.
Saturday 18 January, 1-4pm
Olé! Croquet, Wine Tasting and Sangria on the Lawn
Celebrate SummerVines at Battle of Bosworth! Enjoy a refreshing Sangria made with their very first vintage Grenache as you relax in the garden or take a swing at croquet, or simply enjoy the ambience and your plate of finger sandwiches and savoury pastries instead.
Saturday 18 January, 2-6pm, $30 adults, $20 children
A Donkey Led Wine Adventure
Embark on a delightful Walking Donkey Wine Tour through lush vineyards with your new donkey companions, Agatha and Winsome, who dutifully carry your wine haul (or maybe just your snacks). Along the way, pause to explore the region’s finest drops, paired with mouthwatering local delicacies.
Sunday 19 January, 10am-12pm, $110.
Vibe & Vines at Grounded Cru
Spend the day with food from Fleurieu Pizza, live acoustic music by Ben Kilsby, and Grounded Cru wines.
Sunday 19 January, 11am-4.30pm, $30.
Sunday Picnic at the Chapel
Enjoy a relaxing day on the lawns of Chapel Hill Wines with family and friends, featuring wine and picnic fare.
Sunday 19 January, 1-4pm, $30.
SummerVines: Chalk Hill Sensory Odyssey
Explore an immersive wine tasting experience that pairs your favourite Chalk Hill wines with the perfect soundtrack. As the melodies unfold, so will the notes of the wines, creating an experience that will captivate your senses and elevate your appreciation for both the wine and the music.
Wednesday 22 January, 10:30am-3.30pm, $75
Dumpling Days at Woodstock Wine with LUCKY - Dumpling & Noodle
Savour delicious dumplings from LUCKY - Dumpling & Noodle on the lawns at Woodstock.
Saturday 25 January, 12-4pm
Sunset Dinner at the d'Arenberg Cube
At the iconic d’Arenberg Cube, experience sensational sunset views over McLaren Vale, a vibrant South-East Asian banquet dinner, and a front row seat at the Singapore Circus table.
Saturday 25 January, 6-10pm, $110
Lobster & Wines at Angove Family Winemakers
Bite into suculent South Australian lobster, served in soft brioche bun with truffle chips and sip on Angove Lost Farm NV and 2017 Vintage Sparkling Pinot Noir Chardonnay.
Sunday 26 January, 2.30-5pm, $35
Wonder Lawn Party at Dandelion Vineyards
Make the most of your Monday Public Holiday with an afternoon of live music, great wine and delicious food with a La Minute cooking up hot skewer sticks on the lawn hibachi. It's the perfect mix of good vibes, great tunes and fab bites in a stylish, laid-back setting.
Monday 27 January 2025,12-6pm, $60
Palatable Tea Towels helps champion Australian tourism through its range of beautifully watercolour-illustrated tourist map gifts including aprons, greeting cards, postcards, tea towels and tote bags, all lightweight souvenirs to help visitors remember their adventures and plan new destinations. Check out our range of McLaren Vale map gifts.