Red White & Brew – Wine, Gin & Beer Tour with Tastings from Adelaide

The best thing about this Barossa tour is its range. In one day, you move from family-made wine to botanical gin, then finish with craft beer at a small brewery. That gives you a broader taste of South Australia than a wine-only outing.

I like the small-group format, with a maximum of 21 people, and I like the easy mix of tastings, lunch and free time in Tanunda. Guides such as Dave, Tom, Thomas and Craig are known for local stories, quick jokes and adjusting the day when time allows. The main consideration is pace: some stops can feel short, and Tanunda gets only about 30 minutes.

Key points at a glance

• Four different drinking stops: Taste wine at Kies Family Wines and Pindarie, three gins at Seppeltsfield Road Distillers, and several beers at Greenock Brewers.
• Pindarie carries the food side: The working farm setting includes guided wine tasting, cheese and a generous platter of regional produce for lunch.
• A professional driver removes the hard choice: You can taste throughout the day without driving back to Adelaide.
• Local, family-run venues: The tour favors smaller producers rather than large commercial cellar doors.
• Tanunda adds a short town break: Use the 30 minutes for boutique shops and old buildings, but do not expect a long wander.
• Flexible guiding can add value: Depending on weather, group size and timing, the driver may add a stop such as a chocolate factory or Maggie Beer’s Farm.

Four drinks in one Barossa day

This is not a standard wine circuit. The day is built around contrast: wine, gin and beer, with food and a little town time between tastings.

That matters because the Barossa is famous for wine, but its food and drink scene is wider than its cellar doors. You get a sample of the region’s family wineries, a distillery working with local botanicals and a small brewery where the brewer may explain how the beers are made.

The tour runs for about eight hours and starts at 9:00 am. Pickup is offered, which is useful if you are staying in Adelaide and do not want to arrange a rental car, map a route or choose a designated driver.

The vehicle carries no more than 21 people. That is not an intimate private tour, but it is a more personal setup than a large coach. A smaller group can also help with timing. Some groups have had extra visits added when the day was moving well, while other days stay with the planned stops.

Kies Family Wines begins the tasting

The first stop is Kies Family Wines, where you get about 45 minutes. It is presented as a family-run cellar door, and the tone is more personal than a large commercial tasting room.

This is a good opening stop because you can settle into the day with wine poured by people connected to the business. The relaxed setting suits you if you like hearing a little about the producer instead of simply moving from bottle to bottle.

The timing is fairly tight, though. Forty-five minutes gives you a useful introduction, but it does not leave much room for lingering over every wine or browsing at length. Conditions can also affect the experience. On one reported visit, the outdoor seating was cold and windy, despite space being available inside. That is a practical reminder to bring a light layer, especially outside the warmer months.

The wines themselves receive strong praise, and cellar-door prices can make this a tempting place to buy a bottle. If you already know you enjoy Barossa styles, keep a little room in your luggage.

Pindarie combines wine, cheese and lunch

Pindarie Winery gets the most time, about 90 minutes, and this is where the day becomes more than a sequence of tastings.

The wine tasting is guided and paired with cheese in a restored barn on a working farm. That setting gives the stop a sense of place without needing a long lecture. You are tasting wine in a building and setting tied to the property, rather than in a generic city bar.

Lunch follows as a shared platter of regional produce. Expect a generous meal rather than a small plate designed only to keep you moving. The food is one of the strongest parts of the day for many people, but a platter is naturally less predictable than ordering from a menu. If your group has very particular tastes, some items may appeal more than others.

The generous portions also affect the schedule. You may be tempted to sit and linger, especially if the weather is pleasant. Since more tastings follow, pace yourself with both lunch and wine.

Pindarie is a strong fit for you if you care about atmosphere, food and regional produce as much as the wine itself. It is less ideal if you want a long, technical tasting focused on every vintage, since the tour needs to keep moving.

Tanunda gives you 30 minutes to reset

Tanunda is the town break in the middle of the day, with about half an hour to explore. It is one of the oldest towns in South Australia and has boutique shops and historic old buildings.

Thirty minutes is enough to stretch your legs, look around a few shops or get a quick feel for the town. It is not enough for a serious shopping session, a museum visit and a relaxed coffee. I would treat it as a breathing space between tastings, not as a major sightseeing stop.

Some groups have preferred to spend this time at another producer, a chocolate factory or Maggie Beer’s Farm. The driver may make adjustments if the group, weather and schedule allow, but these additions are not guaranteed. Tanunda is part of the planned day, so book this tour knowing that the town stop may remain brief.

Bad weather can also change the balance. On wet or unpleasant days, an extra indoor stop may replace time walking around town, but this depends on the day’s timing.

Three regional gins at Seppeltsfield Road Distillers

At Seppeltsfield Road Distillers, the focus shifts from wine to botanical gin. The guided session includes three signature gins inspired by unusual regional botanicals.

This is a useful stop for anyone who wants to understand how gin can reflect a place. The tasting is not simply a break from wine. You get a chance to compare different botanical profiles and see how a local distiller gives the spirit its character.

The stop lasts about 45 minutes. It can become noisy when the venue is busy, which may make it harder to hear every explanation. Ask the guide or tasting staff to repeat anything you miss rather than letting the noise spoil the session.

There is also a practical point for gin fans: the tasting is of the three featured gins, but a wider selection of samples is not necessarily available. If you want to compare the whole range, ask what is included before ordering a bottle.

By this point in the day, you will already have tasted wine and eaten lunch. Take the samples slowly. The variety is enjoyable, but the alcohol adds up.

Greenock Brewers finishes with a local pint

The final planned stop is Greenock Brewers, a family-owned brewery in Greenock. You get about 45 minutes for a brewery visit, a chat with the brewer and tastings from the beer range.

This is a fitting finish because the setting is informal and social. The brewery has a welcoming pub feel, and the brewer’s stories and humor can make the stop more memorable than a polished tasting room. Ollie, the pub dog, has also become part of the charm for some visitors, though you should not book the tour solely on the hope of seeing him.

Greenock is not a large industrial brewery tour. That is part of its appeal if you prefer small producers and direct contact with the people making the drinks. On the other hand, anyone expecting a major brewing facility may find the stop modest.

The beer tasting is a good change after several wines and three gins. It also gives you a chance to finish the day with a drink that feels tied to the local community rather than a mass-market brand.

The guides shape the tone of the day

The route is important, but the driver-guide can make or break a full day of tastings. Dave is frequently associated with local facts, stories and dad jokes, while Tom, Thomas and Craig have also led enjoyable versions of the tour.

Expect a conversational style rather than a formal lecture. The guides share information about Adelaide, the Barossa and the local producers during the drives. They also tend to keep an eye on the group’s mood and timing.

That flexibility is useful. A small group may get a little extra time, or a wet day may lead to a stop at a chocolate maker or Maggie Beer’s Farm instead of a longer walk in Tanunda. Still, flexibility is not a promise of extra attractions. The driver must keep later bookings on schedule.

One issue to watch is the bus sound system. A noisy group can make it hard to hear the guide, particularly while the vehicle is moving. Sit where you can hear clearly, and speak up early if the commentary is difficult to follow.

What the $128.39 price really covers

At $128.39 per person, the tour offers solid value if you plan to sample several types of alcohol in the Barossa.

You are paying for about eight hours of transport from Adelaide, a professional driver, wine tastings at two wineries, a guided gin tasting, beer samples, cheese and a regional platter lunch. You also avoid fuel, parking, route planning and the need for one person in your group to skip the tastings.

A self-drive day might look cheaper on paper, especially for a group with a car. But it would not include the same convenience, and the designated driver would miss much of the point. Buying separate tastings and lunch at four venues could also narrow the price difference.

The value is less clear if you want only premium wine estates or long, detailed tastings at each location. This tour spreads the day across different small businesses, so it is designed for variety rather than a deep focus on one wine style.

Who will enjoy this Barossa tour most

I would choose this tour for a couple or small group that wants a broad introduction to the Barossa without driving. It suits people who enjoy wine but also want gin, beer, local food and a little town time.

It is also a good choice for mixed groups. One person can be more interested in wine, another in gin, and another in craft beer. The changing venues keep the day from feeling repetitive.

The tour may not suit you if you want a quiet, slow day at two wineries. The schedule is full, and the stops are structured around the next booking. It may also disappoint if your priority is a long visit to Tanunda, a chocolate stop or a particular winery not included in the route.

You should also be comfortable with tasting alcohol across a full day. The driver handles the road, but you still need to pace yourself. Water, food and restraint will make the afternoon more enjoyable.

Booking details that matter

The tour begins at 9:00 am and pickup is offered. Confirmation is provided when you book, and mobile tickets are accepted.

Most people can take part, and service animals are allowed. The experience is near public transportation, though the key convenience is the arranged pickup and return transport from Adelaide.

The group limit is 21 people. If the minimum number is not reached, the operator may cancel and offer another date or experience, or provide a full refund.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund. Cut-off times use local South Australian time.

Should you book Red White & Brew?

Book it if you want variety, lunch and no driving. The combination of family wineries, unusual gin, a local brewery and a generous farm-style meal gives you a fuller picture of Barossa food and drink than a wine-only outing.

The strongest parts are Pindarie’s setting and lunch, the relaxed family atmosphere at the smaller producers, and the guides’ local stories. The main trade-offs are short visits, a brief Tanunda stop and occasional noise or weather issues at busy venues.

For a first Barossa day from Adelaide, I think the mix makes sense. If you already know the region well and want a highly specific wine itinerary, a private or wine-focused tour may suit you better. For an easy, social day with plenty to taste, Red White & Brew is a sound pick.

FAQ

How long does the Red White & Brew tour last?

The tour lasts approximately eight hours.

What time does the tour start?

The stated start time is 9:00 am.

Is pickup from Adelaide available?

Yes, pickup is offered.

How many people can join the tour?

The maximum group size is 21 people.

Which wineries are included?

The tour visits Kies Family Wines and Pindarie Winery.

What happens at Pindarie Winery?

You receive a guided wine tasting with cheese, followed by a shared platter of regional produce for lunch.

Is Tanunda included?

Yes. You get about 30 minutes of free time to explore Tanunda’s boutique shops and historic old buildings.

What happens at Seppeltsfield Road Distillers?

You receive a guided tasting of three gins inspired by regional botanicals.

What happens at Greenock Brewers?

You visit the family-owned brewery, speak with the brewer and taste several beers from the range.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience starts. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.