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A winery lunch is what a long afternoon is supposed to feel like. A cellar door table, a seasonal menu, wines that were made within sight of where you're sitting, and no particular urgency to be anywhere else. RedBalloon has winery lunch experiences across Australia's most celebrated wine regions: the Hunter Valley, Barossa, Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula, Clare Valley, McLaren Vale and Margaret River. These are the days you plan for. Book in advance, especially for weekends and peak season.
Winery lunches across Australia's wine regions
Australia's wine regions each offer a different experience. The Hunter Valley is the closest major wine region to Sydney and one of the most popular for a day or overnight trip — lunch at a cellar door, a wine blending class and accommodation packages are all widely available. The Barossa Valley in South Australia is famous for shiraz and has some of the country's most established winery restaurants. The Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula offer the Melbourne equivalent: 90 minutes from the city, consistently excellent food and cool-climate wines.
Winery lunches for two
A winery lunch for two makes an excellent gift or occasion trip. Most experiences include a set menu matched to the current vintage, a welcome tasting flight and the option to purchase bottles at cellar door pricing. Seated lunches at winery restaurants run between 12pm and 4pm in most regions, with service designed to feel unhurried.
What's included in a winery lunch experience?
Inclusions vary by listing, but most winery lunch experiences on RedBalloon include a multi-course set menu, a wine tasting or matched wine flight, and access to the cellar door for purchases. Some packages include a guided vineyard tour or barrel tasting before the meal. Check individual listings for the full inclusions before booking — the experience description covers all of this clearly.
Winery lunches as gifts
A winery lunch makes a strong gift for wine lovers, people who appreciate food and anyone who'd choose a regional day trip over a dinner in the city. It works well as a birthday gift, an anniversary present or a thank you gift. RedBalloon vouchers are valid for 12 months and can be sent electronically the same day.
Which Australian wine region should I visit for a winery lunch?
The right region depends on where you're based and what you want to drink. From Sydney: the Hunter Valley is the obvious choice, 2 hours north, with shiraz, semillon and a strong dining scene. From Melbourne: the Yarra Valley (pinot noir, chardonnay) or Mornington Peninsula (pinot noir, pinot gris). From Adelaide: the Barossa for shiraz or the Clare Valley for riesling. From Perth: Margaret River for cabernet and chardonnay with outstanding food to match.
Do I need to drive to get to a winery lunch?
Not always. A number of winery lunch experiences on RedBalloon include transfers from the nearest city or are accessible by regional train. Many Hunter Valley and Barossa experiences include coach or shuttle transport. Filter experiences by 'transport included' or check the inclusions section of each listing for details.