Adelaide Hills, SA
At just a 25-minute drive from Adelaide, the beautiful Adelaide Hills is a popular day trip destination. Thanks to the elevation provided by Mount Lofty, this is primarily a cool climate region that’s particularly famous for its Sauvignon Blanc. The legendary Tim Knappstein was the first to plant vines at Lenswood, in the heart of the Adelaide Hills and many others have followed his lead.
Climatic Conditions Cool
Performing Varietals Chardonnay,
Sauvignon Blanc
Must See Cellar Doors Shaw and Smith, Petaluma, Chain of Ponds, Bird in Hand, Nepenthe Vineyards
Distance from nearest capital city 30km from Adelaide
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This is the place that has inspired generations of artists. The place that legendary painter Sir Hans Heysen called home.
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