Ancestral Vines and Ancient Wines - Wine Legends

Specialist Barossa Valley Wine Guide

Barossa, Old Vine Charter, Ancient Wines, Barossa Valley

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Ancestral Vines and Ancient Wines

Ancestral Vines and Ancient Wines

There are some seriously old vines in the Barossa. Way back in the 1800’s settlers planted vines from cuttings brought over on ships in wet hessian sacks – they’ve not only survived two world wars & global warming but thanks to the non proliferation of phylloxera* in Australia they are the oldest continuously producing grape vines of their varietals in the world.

The Ancestral Vines tour will let you discover these glorious old vines (once pulled from existence with the vine pull scheme^ of the 1980’s) of which there are only 30% left of the original vines planted by the first settlers. Meet the custodians of these vines who not only will talk you through how they look after these incredible relics but share their secrets – you will be required to wear shoe covers for the protection of the vines whilst on tour when visiting these vineyards.

*What is phylloxera?

^The Vine Pull Scheme

What you get

Full day private tour from 10am to 5pm
Pick up from your accommodation in the Barossa Valley
Personal introduction to up to 5 ‘Wine Legends’
All wine tasting fees provided
Regional Food platter (think cured meats, cheeses, pickles…)
Opportunity to be the first to taste, learn and buy direct from the source
A personal host and wine guide, offering local expertise and tailored service throughout your day
Luxury vehicle transport ensuring comfort and style from beginning to end

Tour Details