About this tour
Taste your way through three decades of McLaren Vale winemaking with the Hastwell & Lightfoot family. Over 90 minutes, you'll sample signature local drops—Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon alongside lesser-known Mediterranean varietals like Tempranillo and Fiano—paired with a shared grazing platter designed for two. The cellar door experience offers insight into the vineyard's approach and heritage.
Highlights
- Guided tasting of six+ McLaren Vale and Mediterranean wines
- Shared gourmet platter with regional produce
- Direct conversation with winemaking family members
- Discovery of Tempranillo, Fiano, Vermentino, Barbera
- 90-minute unhurried tasting session
- Fully wheelchair accessible cellar door
What to expect
Arrive at the cellar door and settle into a relaxed setting where a member of the Hastwell & Lightfoot team walks you through their portfolio. You'll taste around six wines, moving from lighter Mediterranean whites through to bold Shiraz. Between sips, work through the grazing platter together—local cheeses, cured meats, and seasonal accompaniments chosen to complement the wines. Conversation flows naturally; expect stories about vintage variation and why certain grapes thrive in McLaren Vale's climate. The pacing is yours—no rush.
Good to know
Minimum drinking age is 18 for wine tastings. The venue is fully accessible for wheelchairs, prams, and mobility aids. Book ahead to secure your preferred time slot, especially weekends.
Frequently asked
- How long does Gourmet Grazing Platter & Wine Tasting Experience for 2 take?
- Gourmet Grazing Platter & Wine Tasting Experience for 2 runs for approximately 1h 30m.
- How much does Gourmet Grazing Platter & Wine Tasting Experience for 2 cost?
- Prices start from AUD $72 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Gourmet Grazing Platter & Wine Tasting Experience for 2 run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Gourmet Grazing Platter & Wine Tasting Experience for 2?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. The Australian Explorer earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original The Australian Explorer summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.