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Beyond the Barrel
Highlights
- Embark on a private tour through Wirra Wirra's historic ironstone cellars, discovering the art of winemaking firsthand.
- Indulge in a curated tasting of Wirra Wirra's distinguished wines, savouring the rich flavours in an intimate setting.
- Enjoy a two-course lunch at Harry’s Deli, relishing contemporary Australian cuisine paired with local wines and beers.
- Experience the charm of aged barrels and the subtle scent of oak, enhancing your appreciation for fine winemaking.
Journey into the heart of Wirra Wirra with Beyond The Barrel – an exclusive behind the scenes experience, tailored for groups of up to 50 people.
Embark on a private tour through Wirra Wirra’s historic ironstone cellars, guided by our knowledgeable hosts. Learn about the meticulous winemaking process that defines our craft, surrounded by the quiet charm of aged barrels and the subtle scent of oak.
In an intimate setting, indulge in a private tasting featuring a carefully curated selection of Wirra Wirra’s most distinguished wines, followed by a two-course lunch in Harry’s Deli – our contemporary Australian on-site restaurant. Extend the celebration with our two-hour wine and local beer package, included in the price.
Duration: 3 hours
Cost: $155pp
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Information in large print is available.
- An appropriate area for toileting an assistance dog is available.
- Handrails on all stairways
- Exit signs which are visible at a ground level (high level signs are difficult to see in a fire) are available.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Grab rails in the bathroom
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
- Step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
- Step free access to the conference or function room
- Accessible seating areas in theatrette
- Doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy).
- An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
- Wheelchair accessible picnic tables (picnic tables require 720mm knee clearance and 800mm maximum height).
- At least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high).
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
- Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.
- Equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epi–pens and defibrillator.
Operation information
Wirra Wirra Tours & Experiences
Ever wanted to ring a three quarter tonne bell or hurl watermelons from a giant catapult?
Well look no further because at Wirra Wirra they have a range of tours and experiences that offer visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the cellar door and old cellars with a specialist from the Cellar Door team.
Wine Regions
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
Memberships
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Tourism Industry Council of SA
- Visitor Information Centre
- SA – McLaren Vale Grape Wine & Tourism Association
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