This autumn the Adelaide Hills will come alive with the clink of glasses and the golden glow of Chardonnay as a brand-new wine trail winds its way through the region. In an exciting addition to the Chardonnay May festivities, the new Chardonnay May Trail is an immersive journey that will take wine lovers on a journey to sip, savour and explore their way through one of South Australia’s most picturesque wine regions. Think rolling green hills, crisp autumn air, and cellar doors brimming with the region’s finest drops. What’s not to love?
This isn’t just your average wine tasting. Trail-goers will collect stamps on a special Chardonnay passport as they visit five or more participating cellar doors. This fun, treasure-hunt style adventure is the perfect excuse to get together some of your wine-loving mates as you discover some of the hills’ best hidden gems. Plus, get to know the winemaking community behind some of the country’s most elegant Chardonnays.
All you have to do is collect your Trail Map from one of the participating cellar doors and visit at least five of the participating venues. There, you can either purchase a bottle, enjoy a tasting or participate in a Chardonnay May event. Make sure to have each cellar door stamp your passport. When you’re done, upload a photo of your stamped passport and enter your details via the QR code on the map, and be in the draw for a chance to win some great prizes.
Heaps of cellar doors are participating, including some pretty big names. These include Barristers Block, Bird In Hand, Casa Freschi, Golding Wines, Hesketh @ Grunthal, Howard Vineyard, Karrawatta, Longview, Murdoch Hill, Nepenthe, Ngeringa, Ondeen, Penfolds, Shaw + Smith, Sidewood Estate, Tagai, and Tapanappa.
“The Adelaide Hills is a wonderland for Chardonnay lovers, especially during May,” says Alex Trescowthick, President of the Adelaide Hills Wine Region.
“We have so many producers making world-class Chardonnay from their small vineyards and boutique wineries that there is lots to discover. The idea of a trail is to encourage people to make that discovery; to go beyond your usual favourite and taste the nuances of different Adelaide Hills Chardonnays.”
The introduction of the Chardonnay May Trail offers a unique opportunity for both aficionados and casual wine drinkers to deepen their appreciation for the region’s viticulture, explore the scenic Adelaide Hills, and enjoy the exceptional quality of Chardonnay that the region is celebrated for. This initiative is sure to enhance the wine-tasting experience and also to contribute significantly to the local wine tourism industry.
“With over thirty-five Chardonnay May experiences to choose from, collecting five stamps on your
passport within one month will be a breeze for Chardonnay lovers.”
Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or a casual sipper, the Chardonnay May Trail promises a laid-back, flavour-packed experience that showcases the charm, character and creativity of the Adelaide Hills in one unforgettable month.
Chardonnay May Trail
Where: Participating Adelaide Hills Cellar Doors
When: 1st to 31st May, 2025
For more information, click here.
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