Overview
Located in McLaren Vale, 45 minutes south of Adelaide, Kay Brothers is the region's oldest family-owned winery, offering visitors an authentic winery experience. Kay Brothers offers a range of wine tasting flights and experiences to allow visitors to delve a little deeper into the history and the craft of South Australian wine.
Tours
Discover one of McLaren Vale's most authentic winery experiences with this immersive 90‑minute exploration of fortified winemaking at Kay Brothers.
Guided by a knowledgeable host, guests explore how fortified wines are made from vineyard to bottle, gaining insight into traditional techniques that have shaped Kay Brothers since the 1890s.
See behind the scenes in the heritage-listed winery, where Kay Brothers' fortified wines mature slowly in the cask room. Taste individual component wines drawn from barrel and discover how each contributes character, depth, and complexity. Try your hand at blending a miniature fortified sample, gaining a hands‑on understanding of balance and structure. You'll learn practical tips about serving fortified wines at home, and finish the experience with a tasting flight paired with a matched tasting plate, showing how Muscat and Tawny complement sweet and savoury foods.
Authentic, educational and engaging, this experience is ideal for visitors seeking a deeper connection to McLaren Vale's history, heritage winemaking and the unique flavours of fortified wine. A must‑do for wine lovers wanting something truly memorable.
Please note: this tour requires guests to climb a short flight of stairs.
Discover the rich history and winemaking traditions of Kay Brothers Wines on our immersive Heritage Tour Experience.
Established in 1890, Kay Brothers is home to one of Australia's most historic wineries. Join us for a guided journey through our heritage-listed winery, where generations of the Kay family have crafted wines that reflect the character of McLaren Vale.
Explore the original stone cellars, learn about traditional winemaking techniques, and follow the journey of our wines from grape to glass. Along the way, you'll gain a unique insight into the people, places, and processes that have shaped Kay Brothers for more than 135 years.
Your tour concludes in our Cellar Door with a guided tasting of a selection of Kay Brothers wines, showcasing the style and quality that have made the winery a McLaren Vale icon.
Whether you're a wine enthusiast, history lover, or simply curious to discover what's behind the winery doors, this is an opportunity to experience Kay Brothers like never before.
Features
- Free Wifi
