Jim Barry Wines

Jim Barry trained as one of South Australia's first qualified oenologists and spent his career building a wine estate that his children and grandchildren now run with equal dedication. The winery is known for its mastery of Clare Valley Riesling and cool-climate Shiraz, and its vineyards span elevations from the valley floor to high-altitude hillside blocks.

The renovated cellar door offers three tasting tiers: the Discovery flight covering five wines from the current range, the Immersion tasting for a deeper exploration of the portfolio, and the Collector tasting for a rare vertical of The Armagh Shiraz. Walk-in Discovery tastings are welcome without a booking; the other experiences require a reservation.

Jim Barry Wines was named James Halliday Winery of the Year in 2020 and also produces Australia's only Assyrtiko, a white variety native to Santorini that has found a surprising home in the Clare Valley's dry, rocky soils. The cellar door setting, looking out over estate vines, is one of the most handsome in the region.