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24.01.2022 Headed to the Clare Valley this June Long weekend and looking for something quirky to do? How about lunch in your own private tent?!

23.01.2022 We are looking forward to welcoming you this long weekend. It’s been a busy week of rearranging tables and chairs, setting up seated tasting areas, and getting the hang of the ‘new norm’ of cellar door. As a worker in an industry where we are usually trying to fit in more seating, it’s been surreal to have to remove tables and chairs to run with the covid protocols but I think the whole valley has done an amazing job to cater for this coming weekend. ... Please keep in mind if you are visiting the Clare Valley or any regional tourism spots, that we are doing all we can to run with the times. Be nice to the staff, & keep your cool if you have to wait to be seated or get in the door. The limited numbers are going to take a little while to get used to and we are all doing our best. Here’s the list of the Cellar Doors open in Clare this weekend - bookings for tastings are best to secure you a spot. Cheers to the weekend!

23.01.2022 CELLAR DOORS OF THE CLARE VALLEY Kirrihill Wines Pierre looked after us in Cellar Door while the kids lazed in beanbags on the deck. ... Kirrihill is located on the edge of Clare, right next to the @Clare Rise Bakery 1985. We bribed the kids with the promise of donuts next door while we did our tasting. (Keep in mind the bakery is not open on Sundays) Multiple tasting flights to choose from, with a couple of palate cleansing canapés included. Montepulciano stood out & hubby loved the award winning Shiraz.

23.01.2022 Winey Times Clare Valley is back! Hi All, Skye here from the Clare Valley, after taking a short hiatus from the page, I’m now gearing up for a bigger and better 2020!... I’ll be sharing experiences and offerings from the Clare Valley, but still happy to receive messages to share on the page of experiences or recommendations in other regions. Very excited that the new Expressway opened today! The Clare Valley is even more accessible now with the opening of this road, and the trip from Adelaide airport to Clare is only 90mins. Looking for something to do this long weekend? Why not a drive to the Clare Valley!

23.01.2022 The Clare Classic is on again in April! This video shows some of the stunning landscape of the Clare Valley. Riders register now for early bird specials & bring your family to enjoy all the events surrounding the weekend as well as the Finish Line Village set up on the Clare town oval. ... See you there, Love Clare!

23.01.2022 With our help our friends at Kids In Adelaide recently put together some FAB information on exploring and enjoying McLaren Vale with kids! Great to see some of our fave haunts listed including Old Oval Estate, Serafino Wines, Lazy Ballerina, Woodstock Wine, Lloyd Brothers Wine & Olive Company, Swell Brewing Co., McCarthy's Orchard, Fleurieu Arthouse and Willunga Farmers Market!

23.01.2022 The Clare Valley Wine Show awards lunch was held on Friday. After a week of judging, all the gold medal winning wines were served at the lunch, which was catered for by 4 different local chefs. Here is the list of trophy winners, some amazing wines here, make sure to try them all when next in the Valley!

22.01.2022 Coffee education - there is so much to learn! Similar to wine, coffee flavors can change depending on the growing region, climate, soils, altitude, and how it is processed and treated after harvest. Hayden from Horrock's Bounty Coffee Roaster... gave an in depth lesson on how best to extract coffee and the different brew methods can alter the coffee taste profile. Passionate about coffee, he is a local Clare coffee roaster, and only deals with organic sustainably grown beans. Hayden also sells the different coffee brewers and equipment. Even one to take camping so you don’t have to go without your fresh coffee! The Watervale General Store hosted the event this afternoon and will be hosting more with Hayden in the future due to popularity of today. Keep your eyes peeled for the next one!

21.01.2022 Looking for casual work in McLaren Vale during Vintage 2020? Apply within!

21.01.2022 Recommendations for Fathers Day tomorrow! Apologies for the lateness of this post; the weather is looking a little wet in the morning but the arvo should be perfect to get out and do something with Dad. Share below what you’ll be up to this Father’s Day, or any wineries please comment and tag yourselves below with your Father’s Day offerings.... This is a pretty amazing deal from Monato Zoo that I just had to share for Father’s Day: https://www.facebook.com/events/218177029084249/?ti=icl

21.01.2022 One of our top restaurants in Clare, Seed Winehouse + Kitchen has released a Gin! If you are in the Clare Valley this weekend and a bit of a Gin fan, head along to their launch tomorrow at the stunning Gillentown gardens. Entry is $20 and includes a keepsake Gin Glass + your first G&T.

21.01.2022 My home bar is very generous...

20.01.2022 Help...Clare Valley is just slightly behind in the votes to WIN the Festival of Wheat, Wool and Wine. Support the farmers and please vote. You can win $2000 just for entering and it takes 30 seconds CLICK HERE TO VOTE www.wotif.com/festival/wheatwoolwine

20.01.2022 Second this! Great coffee plus best toasties & they even do an awesome Reuben Perfect start to the day before the wine tasting begins!

20.01.2022 Watervale Hotel has reopened today after a mammoth renovation over the past 6months. Wine list is extensive, celebrating the diversity of the Clare Valley. The menu is seasonal, with the produce coming from the owners own organic and biodynamic farm. Make sure to book in ASAP and check out this beautiful old pub. Im headed there for dinner tomorrow, can’t wait!

20.01.2022 Any Clare wineries doing anything for AFL grand final this Sat 28th? Or any other recommendations for around the Valley?

20.01.2022 WINEY GIFTS! What’s your go to wine for special birthday gifts?

19.01.2022 It has been officially clarified this afternoon that the government shut down of licensed venues includes cellar doors. Hard times for small businesses, however remember you can still jump online to order and many places are still taking phone orders. In these crazy times I had to have a giggle at this awesome and very Aussie idea

19.01.2022 Tune in to the Today show on channel 9 this morning to see the Clare Valley talking about the Festival of Wheat, Wool & Wine!

19.01.2022 How good does this look? Nice work Wirra Wirra Wines! The Festival of Wirra Wirra will include food trucks Feisty Filomena and Sooki La La, live music, catapulting and great wine. When: Saturday, 31 August 2019... Time: 11am 4.30pm Where: Wirra Wirra Vineyards Wineries include; Mr. Riggs, Samson Tall, Stargazer, Ministry of Clouds, Longline, Year Wines, Wines By KT, BK Wines and Koltz. Tickets: Adults $30pp, includes entry Festival Glass. Children under 18 free of charge. Tickets limited. Tickets here - https://www.wirrawirra.com/events/festival-of-wirra-wirra/

18.01.2022 Can anyone help with recommendations for Mclaren Vale party spots?

17.01.2022 It’s official the Virtual Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend program is out! So many fantastic events to choose from starting from Thursday through to Sunday Get o...nline and check them out. To ensure you receive your delivery on time order as soon as you can. More information about each event can be gound on their websites or Facebook pages #clarevalleywine #clarevalley #knappstein #kirrihill #jimbarrywines #olearywalkerwines #matriarchandrogue #winesbykt #pikeswines #seed #claymorewines #watervalegeneralstore #slaterestaurant #pikesbeers #eldredgewines https://www.clarevalley.com.au//Virtual_Clare_Valley_Gourm

17.01.2022 ***Looking for recommendations*** Good to see people are getting out and about again. Just remember that with current restrictions groups are limited to 20people. Hopefully it will increase to more soon.

17.01.2022 Winey Times in Portugal! Have just spent a couple of nights on the glorious Algarve! Glorious food, wine and mini liqueurs! Kept seeing life size Cliff Richard cut outs... and have just learnt he’s a winemaker and winery owner here! Oh and of course, Portugal is a major producer of cork! Pop!

17.01.2022 Sunday bunch at Velvet & Willow Pantry in Auburn, sitting outside in their gardens while the kids explore. Spring morning bliss.

16.01.2022 Only half way through March and it's already been a tough year for Wineries due to the fires, drought affected vintages, and now heading into a lull in tourism. Jump online today and order yourself some 'Quarantine Survival' Wines - If we go into lock down you'll be set to get through it, and if there's no lock down, at least there will still be wine! Feel free to recommend your fav wine below!

16.01.2022 New Years Day... I know it’s only pageant weekend but I’m curious to know, with kids in tow, how do you like to spend New Years Day:

16.01.2022 The Ultimate Winter guide! Thanks Glam Adelaide https://glamadelaide.com.au/south-australias-ultimate-fire/

16.01.2022 WINEY TIMES IN THE CLARE VALLEY Porchetta & Pinot What a match!... Next Sat 13th July, O’Leary Walker in the Clare Valley are warming our belly’s with a 2 course meal for $40 per head including your first glass of wine. Bookings essential - click the link below for more details and to book!

16.01.2022 LIVE WINEY TIMES ANNOUNCEMENT! This is BIG (well, it is for me!) and I might actually cry... Tune in... And now, the end is near And so I face the final curtain...Continue reading

16.01.2022 CELLAR DOORS OF THE CLARE VALLEY Sharing some snippets of our wineries... First up-... Good Catholic Girl Wines We popped in to visit with all 3 kids in tow. Owned by Julie Barry, we were served by her lovely sister Sue, who popped straight out the back and grabbed a heap of toys to keep the kids busy. The GCG Cellar door is filled with Julie’s collection of church antiques and interesting finds. There’s a small room to the side full of history which was really interesting and could double as a private tasing room too. Located in Sevenhill, the Rosario Rose was a personal fav

15.01.2022 Looking for Clare recommendations for a child free Winey weekend!

15.01.2022 WINEY LEGO? Just checked out of Legoland Windsor. Awesome much? Had to get a snap of this Lego wine! Becky x

14.01.2022 The Clare Valley Visitor Centre has re-opened! The staff here are a wealth of knowledge if you are looking for things to do in Clare, especially this weekend when the wineries are not yet quite all open and no tastings avail. The other awesome thing about the VIC is the local produce available. Call in to check out the range of olives, chutneys, pasta, lavosh, chocolates, oils, as well as locally crafted jewelry, handmade scarfs, and alpaca wool products. ... Staying in the caravan park?? Wander up to the Clare Valley Wine, Food & Tourism Centre and grab a coffee in the morning or a bottle of wine to drink at your van in the arvo.

14.01.2022 Spotted this from our friends over in the Langhorne Creek Wine Region! CELLAR TREASURES WEEKEND Wineries throughout Langhorne Creek delve into their cellars to show you their rare and museum wines for you to taste alongside current vintages. ... Each Cellar Door will be offering museum wines on tasting. Visit during opening hours. To immerse yourself in the region, book into one of the many experiences on offer over the weekend. From rustic bonfires to superb four-course lunches, showcasing museum wines. Program available here - https://www.langhornecreek.com//2019-Cellar-Treasures-Prog #cellartreasures #wine #langhornecreek #wineevents #regionalevents #wineregion

13.01.2022 WINEY TIMES IN McLAREN VALE - Looking forward to the Down The Rabbit Hole tasting room opening in McLaren Vale in August! How cool does it look?! Some nice before and after pics! Elise Cook and Brent Hill via Instagram

12.01.2022 So lucky to live where we live. We were more than happy to pose with a glass of wine in hands on a recent photo shoot at the Onkaparinga River National Park for the City of Onkaparinga’s Onkaparinga Now publication!

11.01.2022 WINEY BRUNCH IN McLAREN VALE? Does anyone have any suggestions for places for these 30 women to have brunch? They want wine! I’m not sure if any wineries do brunch?

11.01.2022 Can anyone help out with recommendations for a big group at a winery with dining?

11.01.2022 MCLAREN VALE CALL OUT! Kid friendly winery for a special birthday?

10.01.2022 A day at the trains! Yesterday we spent the day down the Clare Valley Model Engineers Inc. park & train rides. Kids rode the trains multiple times, there’s bbq facilities and the wetlands walks nearby as well. There’s even a small canteen, with old school tuck shop prices!... A must visit when you’re in Clare!

10.01.2022 LIVE WINEY ANNOUNCEMENT TOMORROW at 12.30pm Adelaide time! Go on, indulge me by tuning in to hear it!

10.01.2022 Ohhh my. What a delivery to come home to! Thank you Kids In Adelaide for sending me a beautiful thank you gift for helping with a recent blog post of yours about family friendly wineries in McLaren Vale. Love the flowers and ADORE the Dessert Grazing Platter by Once Upon A Pie ... Incredible! It truly is nice to feel appreciated... thank you!

09.01.2022 So much on in the Clare Valley this October long weekend!

09.01.2022 Love the sound of these whole food take with regional boxes from Oliver's Taranga Vineyards! We have teamed up with our local whole food caterer Real Food Life to provide you with regional produce boxes for you to enjoy throughout your visit to McLaren Vale or regional platters to be enjoyed whilst enjoying a Group wine tasting (8-15 people). We have a fabulous new online booking system on our website to make the whole process a breeze. ... All platter options are listed once your Group Booking is selected. https://oliverstaranga.rezdy.com/ We can't wait to host you at Oliver's Taranga! *Indicative pricing $15 per head for regional platter *Take with Regional boxes start from $25 (feeds 2)

09.01.2022 Check out Golding Wines new Pallet Picnic in the Adelaide Hills Wine Region! I’m digging deep to find my inner boho because I quite fancy a few spring afternoons lounging around here! Love it!

09.01.2022 I’m going to handball this query to our Clare Valley correspondent Skye Hopgood! But I thought others might have suggestions too for family friendly wineries or eating establishments in the Clare Valley?

08.01.2022 Have you seen this awesome Glamping accommodation in Clare? Burkirk is just outside of the Clare township, has a pet pig named Kevin Bacon, an outdoor bath, and a brilliant view of the stars!

07.01.2022 Spotted! The BAROSSA GOURMET WEEKEND program is online now!! You're invited to indulge in some of the Barossa’s finest wine, food and experiences, over three incredible days for 2019 Barossa Gourmet Weekend Discover something new with 28 events, including 13 Gourmet Trail events of offer! Check out the online program and book your tickets via barossagourmet.com... #BGW2019 #mybarossa My Barossa

07.01.2022 R U OK? Take the time out today and ask your colleague, friends or family.... #RUOK

06.01.2022 The 36th annual Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend would have been held next weekend on the 15th-17th May. Some awesome businesses in the Clare Valley have gotten together to make sure you don't miss out and are putting on Virtual Gourmet events. Check out this 'Gourmet Home Hamper' from Eldredge Wines, complete with wines, local Clare produce, and a recipe to make your own gourmet meal at home!... They have partnered with the Clare Valley Wine, Food & Tourism Centre to bring a live tasting and cooking demo to you, on what would have been Gourmet Friday night drinks! Purchase your Hamper, its delivered to your door, then logon on Friday 15th at 5:30pm to be part of the live wine tasting, where you can taste and cook along from the comfort of your own home. Ill be sharing more Virtual Clare Gourmet over the next few days. Stay tuned!

06.01.2022 WINEY HENS! Love your work, Coriole Vineyards! Tag a hen!

06.01.2022 The Clare Valley is in the running to host a special Wotif festival this November! Known as the Festival of Wheat, Wool & Wine, it’s a celebration of all the fantastic local produce. Clare is one of four festival finalists and we would love your vote! ... Just for voting you also go into the draw to win $2000 towards your next Wotif Aussie Holiday! Click below to cast your vote for Clare and SA!

06.01.2022 A new week and a new chapter for Winey Times. So excited to be handed the reigns and ready to share the Clare Valley with you all. Beginning with a huge Congratulations and Happy Birthday to Jim Barry Wines!... Established in 1959, Jim Barry Wines was named the ‘2020 Halliday Wine Companion Winery of the Year’ last week and also celebrated their 60th Birthday! A huge achievement and I’m sure a massive week of celebration. Congrats again to the team at Jim Barry Wines. Lots to share on Clare, so stay tuned! Ps. Still happy to share messages for recommendations, just make sure you say in the message which wine region you are asking about

05.01.2022 Literally the best accompaniment to wine and now you can order and have it delivered straight to your door, while supporting Aussie Dairy farmers

05.01.2022 Adults night out! Who can help recommend some Friday night sessions around Stirling?

04.01.2022 'This is a new day, a new beginning...' New release from the Clare Valley is Matriarch & Rogue's new label 'Rogues of the Resistance'. Four super alternative varieties, small batch wine-making, amazing wines. Jump online to buy yours now... www.matriarchandrogue.com.au May the 4th be with you....

04.01.2022 Best Sparkling Shiraz in McLaren Vale?

04.01.2022 Recommendations for awesome picnic friendly wineries for the long weekend? Pop the region next to your comment so we know where they are

03.01.2022 Recommendations for a relaxed lunch in the Barossa for two Winey Mums this Friday WITHOUT their kids... Recommendations for a relaxed lunch in the Barossa for two Winey Mums this Friday WITHOUT their kids...

02.01.2022 It’s time for a WINEY CHRISTMAS IN JULY! We love Ivybrook and we love Christmas... so this event sounds AWESOME! Join the Ivybrook Farm family to celebrate their version of Christmas in July! Date: Saturday 27 July 2019 at 6:00pm Location: Ivybrook Farm, 34 Thomas Road, Maslin Beach, SA 5170 ... This exciting event will showcase Australian bush foods with a Christmas twist including a bush fare grazing table and a range of six canapés with dessert. You’ll be entertained with music by the talented Russell Stuart Trio & the ticket price includes a glass of bubbles, wine or beer on arrival. Bar open for wine, beer,cider & soft drinks. Special wine offers on the night. Dress warm & Christmassy. Only 70 tickets available. Tix here - https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=519006& FB event - https://www.facebook.com/events/386078475372857/?ti=icl

02.01.2022 Congratulations to Yangarra Estate Vineyard! Last night their 2016 High Sands Grenache was awarded JAMES HALLIDAY’S WINE OF THE YEAR 2020!

02.01.2022 Who can help out? Recommendations for family friendly Sunday lunch venue in McLaren Vale

02.01.2022 Adelady is helping to share the Virtual Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend events! Looking for something to do this weekend? Check out the full list of virtual tastings and cooking demos on the Clare Valley Gourmet Weekend page

01.01.2022 What a brilliant idea! During challenging times, you need to think outside the box! This is Fantastic Vanguardist Wines

01.01.2022 CELLAR DOORS OF THE CLARE VALLEY Wines by KT A cosy & funky little Cellar Door in Auburn, KT is open each weekend and has an impressive range of wines to try. ... Floor cushions and a big box of toys and books, kept the kids entertained while we tasted the range. Owner/Winemaker Kerri Thompson is a huge fan of Rizza (aka Riesling) and most weekends she will be working the cellar door. It’s always an awesome tasting experience to be served by the winemaker, something that happens often in Clare. A wealth of knowledge and so passionate about their wines. Kerri took us through 4 of her 5 Rieslings, I enjoyed the postcode Riesling and the Melva. We also tried most of the reds, with the Grenache Mataro being the fav for hubby & I.

01.01.2022 Jamestown Mural Festival starts today! The theme this year is ‘Colours of the Outback’. This is a showcase for some of the amazing artists of the mid north.... Only 45mins north of Clare, Jamestown also has an amazing Santa’s Cave open every December.