Is the Barossa on your bucket list? Now’s your chance to join us on an incredibly special Barossa wine getaway – a 4-day deep-dive into Australia’s most internationally famous wine region. See for yourself why the land, the people and the wines of this area are so highly regarded the world over.
If you love wine and want to meet some of the best women in the business to learn more about their wines, and how they weave their magic then this is the getaway for you.
Invitation-only wine experiences…
Meet the women behind the wine – amazing…
Exclusive cooking experience at Casa Carboni…
All inclusive (except for the delicious wine you buy)…
Is the Barossa on your bucket list? Now’s your chance to join us on an incredibly special Barossa wine getaway, a 4-day deep-dive into Australia’s most internationally famous wine region. See for yourself why the land, the people and the wines of this area are so highly regarded the world over.
If you love wine and want to meet some of the best women in the business to learn more about their incredible wines they produce and how they weave their magic, then this is the getaway for you.
Read the detailed itinerary and book in for some serious wine time. There are only 12 spaces so don’t miss out. Jane Thomson, Founder and wine lover extraordinaire, from Fabulous Ladies Wine Society is leading this tour from Adelaide so get on board!
Virgin, Jetstar & Qantas fly from all capital cities to Adelaide. Regional connections can also be made via QantasLink, Rex or Alliance Airlines.
Tour Price: AUD$2995 per person on a twin share basis. AUD$3415 single share per person.
Tour Starts: Adelaide Airport
Tour Finishes: Adelaide Airport
Tour Dates: 13 – 16 June 2024
Airfares and departure taxes; transfers unless stated in the itinerary; items of a personal nature; phone calls; passport and visas; laundry or tips. Personal transport; excess baggage; security and government taxes; travel insurance. Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary; additional beverages (unless specifically described). Optional excursions or activities that may be offered but are not included in the tour price. Spa treatments and any items not specified. Any changes you choose to make during your holiday.
Today you will meet Jane at ‘The Meeting Point’, a cafe in The Atura Hotel, within walking distance of the airport terminal. The transfer bus will be leaving at 1pm, so it will be necessary to meet her here by 12.30 at the latest.
It’s just over an hour’s drive time to the Novotel Barossa Valley Resort so sit back, relax and enjoy the drive.
On arrival, check-in, relax, explore more and maybe grab a little lunch. Then get rugged up to head out for your sunset wine tasting and introduction to the Barossa with Judy Watson, followed by your welcome dinner at renowned local establishment, Vintners.
Back to hotel and goodnight!
Overnight accommodation: Novotel Barossa Valley Resort
Meals included: Sunset Drinks & Dinner
This morning enjoy breakfast and then time for a tasting with a difference!
Your first stop is Small Victories Wine Co., where you will learn all about the beautiful wines and the art of ‘crisp’ matching. Jules and Bec Ashmead – sisters-in-law, running buddies and great friends have worked together for twelve+ years, and know all about great wine. Together they decided it was time to team up and make a range of wines that they and their friends love to drink. Wines that are fun, fresh and modern; wines that are ready to drink right now; wines that are just seriously delicious! And this is what you will experience today.
Next stop Yalumba, one the oldest wineries in The Barossa. Yalumba is celebrating their 175th birthday in 2024 and sixth generation family member Jess Hill-Smith is going to be welcoming us for a very special celebratory tasting experience! You will also be hosted by Louisa Rose, head winemaker. During her 20-year career at Yalumba, Louisa Rose has become one of the world’s most respected winemakers. Lou is passionate about creating great Australian wine. She has forged an identity for Australian Viognier, winning multiple awards in the process, and challenged perceptions of Barossa Shiraz, all while leading her viticultural and vinicultural teams to ever greater heights.
Then it is time for an evening of delightful cooking at Casa Carboni combined with a gorgeous wine tasting with local winemaker, Belinda van Eyssen, winemaker and co-owner at The Cutting in the Barossa Valley.
Belinda joined forces with her husband Daniel to establish the sustainability-driven boutique winery in 2018, crafting award-winning wines from single vineyard sites across the region.
Belinda assumed the full-time role of overseeing the vineyard and winery in 2021, following a few years in wine regulation. With experience spanning twenty-three vintages, Belinda’s winemaking career commenced in her native South Africa, where she studied and gained experience in the Cape Winelands. Belinda continued honing her winemaking skills across the globe, from Sonoma to the Douro Valley, Marlborough, Bordeaux and Australia’s Langhorne Creek before establishing roots in the Barossa.
Casa Carboni is an Italian cooking school & enoteca/wine bar located in the picturesque town of Angaston in Barossa. Fiona and Matteo Carboni combine their extensive teaching skills, close relationships with producers, and love of Italian cuisine and European wine to provide an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Tonight we have the whole place to ourselves to enjoy this extraordinary, bespoke experience.
Back to the hotel for a great night’s sleep after a gorgeous day and to get ready for tomorrow!!
Overnight accommodation: Novotel Barossa Valley Resort
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Cooking Time, Dinner & Wine Tastings as mentioned
Post breakfast depart for some leisure time to explore the lovely village of Tanunda. There are some gorgeous homewares and antiques stores and boutiques, that will satisfy your retail craving desires and then it is time to head off for your first wine experience of the day.
First to the amazing Turkey Flat, where you will be hosted by the fabulous Christie Schulz. The Schulz family have been custodians of Turkey Flat since the 1860s. They have continued with the legacy laid down to grow vines and make wines that suit the landscape conditions. Today Christie Schulz is the fourth generation of the Schulz family to become caretaker of this remarkable estate. Extensive viticultural research has been undertaken in the vineyards, allowing Christie and her team to sensitively blend traditional Rhône varietals which speak confidently of their origin, with the 1847 Shiraz vines some of the oldest in Australia the centre piece of our family-owned estate, playing a vital role on the Barossa Valley’s rich cultural heritage.
Then this evening, you are away to Lou Miranda, for a casual night of platters and wine. Great food and wine is best shared, and is central to the philosophy at Lou Miranda Estate. Named for their father Lou Miranda, his daughters, Lisa, Angela and Victoria run the family boutique Barossa vineyards, winery and cellar door with charming devotion to good old-fashioned Italian hospitality.
Return to the hotel, then to bed you go and tomorrow our final morning in this beautiful part of the world…
Overnight accommodation: Novotel Barossa Valley Resort
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Wine Tastings
This morning indulge in a very light breakfast as it is then time to check out. This morning your will experience Levrier Wines for our last fabulous wine experience. Hosted by Jo Irvine, founder, winemaker and more – she is a dynamo. A beautiful brunch and tasting create a perfect end to a great escape.
We will finish here and then transfer directly to Adelaide Airport, arriving by 2pm at the latest. So flights are safe from 2.45 pm onwards!
Meals included: Breakfast, Brunch & Wine Tastings
The Barossa:
Novotel Barossa Valley Resort:
Treat yourself to 4-star tranquillity at Novotel Barossa Valley Resort, adjacent to Tanunda Pines Golf Course. Wake to sunrise views from your balcony over rolling hills and Jacobs Creek Vineyard, and start the day brightly at the regional, seasonal buffet breakfast. Try a treatment in the Endota Spa and rejuvenate in serenity at Novotel.
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