The Bike About Barossa Valley Tour begins at Yalumba, the oldest family-owned winery in Australia, established in 1849
Participants will be able to explore the cooperage factory to start off the morning, gaining insights into the history and evolution of Australian winemaking across six generations of skilled winemakers.
Touring and Lunching
This all-day e-bike tour following the beautiful ‘Barossa Trail’ cycle path showcases four premium locations, allowing guests to sample renowned local produce. Experienced instructors guide participants to navigate the scenic vineyards effortlessly on high-quality e-bikes. A highlight of the tour includes a delightful lunch featuring a local artisan platter paired with Yalumba’s finest wines. As the tour concludes, guests return to Yalumba for an exclusive experience—the Signature Cellar Tour. This rare opportunity allows visitors to enter Yalumba’s signature cellar and taste wine directly from the barrel, creating a memorable and unique experience.
Cooperage
The craft of barrel-making is a cornerstone of Yalumba’s identity, with over a century of tradition behind it. Yalumba is the only winery in the Southern Hemisphere with an operational on-site cooperage. Here, the head cooper transforms carefully selected oak into barrels, imparting distinctive flavours, complexity, and aroma to Yalumba wines.
”Excellent guide. Biking was flat and mostly on cycle paths. Wine tasting, stops at chocolate factory and cheese shop were first class. Lunch, tasting and tour especially of the cooper’s (wine barrel maker) workshop at Yalumba were also first class. We highly recommend
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Yalumba’s Story
Founded by British brewer Samuel Smith, who immigrated to Australia in 1847, Yalumba has remained family-owned since its inception. The Hill-Smith family has embraced innovative horticultural practices for six generations, emphasising minimal interference in vine cultivation to highlight the best of the Barossa region. After purchasing a 30-acre plot in Angaston, Samuel Smith established Yalumba, naming the property after an indigenous Australian term meaning “all the land around.” The first vineyards were planted in 1849, marking the beginning of the Yalumba legacy. Initially known for fortified wines, Yalumba is now recognised as Australia’s oldest family-owned winery.
Yalumba’s Place in the Barossa
Yalumba’s commitment to the Barossa region is symbolised by its imposing marble and sandstone clock tower, representing its long-term vision. The winery continues the proud tradition of barrel crafting at its unique cooperage, while progressive horticultural practices have laid the groundwork for sustainable viticulture. The Hill-Smith family works to minimise Yalumba’s environmental footprint, implementing an extensive solar system and earning 43 awards for sustainable practices. Recognised with the International Award of Excellence for Sustainable Wine Growing and the International Green Apple Gold Award, Yalumba aims to produce exceptional wines with minimal intervention for future generations.
