When your wine tasting is done, make a mid-afternoon meander to Seppeltsfield Rd Distillers for a light refreshment (or two), don’t be fooled by their four-legged security system, they’re happy to see you. Become familiar with old traditions that have been brought back to life in this hamlet through the art of distillation.
Stroll down the hill to New Wave Wines, and finish up with some light snacks at the bar, or if its a Thursday, slip in to neighbours’ night at Staguni.
Follow your feet back to your bed, make it an early night and this time you’ll definitely need to set your alarm…
Day Three: Seppeltsfield Road x bike (and balloon)
Your sunrise flight will give you a perspective of Seppeltsfield Road like no other, as the balloon floats low across the vine canopies, and skims the tops of towering Eucalypts. Your pilot Michael from Barossa Valley Ballooning is a local, and he’ll call out a few cheery morning greetings to neighbours below. You’ll sense both incredible stillness and exhilaration and memories of this magical experience will linger with you long into the future.
You’ve had a very early start to the day – so there’ll be no judgement if you sneak back to bed for a nap after your flight…
There’s another version of slow waiting for you, with Louis from Barossa Bike Hire delivering bikes to your doorstep (e-bikes if the gentle hills seem a little daunting). It seems only fitting to follow this avenue of palms, and reflect on the hopes and dreams discovered along this road. Take time, take photos and take home memories.
There’s a world of discovery awaiting at Seppeltsfield Wine Estate, where you’ll be lost in a place where old meets new and masters of creation can be discovered down every path. Immaculately tended gardens lead to the creative wonderlands of Jam Factory Art & Design studio and Vasse Virgin olive oil skincare house. Resident artisans demonstrate their crafts, and if you’ve booked ahead, there are opportunities to learn from a master. The Seppeltsfield cellar door is part living museum – home to the world’s longest and unbroken lineage of single vintage tawny starting 1878. You can savour a century old fortified straight from the barrel – it’s as slow as it gets.
It’s lunchtime, but there’s no need to leave. The team at Fino curate share plates reflecting both regionality and seasonality, with a wine list that supports small batch, hand-crafted wines. Coffee is the order of the day at the Cafe at Seppeltsfield, as well as light lunch options that are best enjoyed in the expansive picnic grounds, with kookaburras laughing in the palms above.
The hills are conquered, the sun is setting and your room awaits. Opt for a light dinner in, perhaps room service, some sneaky take away, or a simple platter of Barossa goodness from the abundant provisions in your accommodation. All enjoyed with a glass in hand.
Day Four: Discover Seppeltsfield Road & Beyond
