Enjoy your visit to Langhorne Creek, South Australia. The South Australian Government is the exclusive host sponsor of the 2027 Institute of Masters of Wine Symposium.
| Trip Name | Langhorne Creek (South Australia) |
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| Host | Langhorne Creek Wine Region |
| Date | Monday 12 April - Wednesday 14 April 2027 |
| Capacity | 25 guests |
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Join us for an unforgettable three-day wine escape in the heart of South Australia's Langhorne Creek wine region. Surrounded by rolling vineyards and charming cellar doors, you'll indulge in expertly curated tastings and meet passionate winemakers. The itinerary blends relaxed country hospitality with premium wine experiences, including exclusive vineyard tours, long-table lunches, and stunning scenery. This immersive trip promises a perfect balance of flavour, discovery, and connection.
Langhorne Creek is a dynamic habitat where flowing rivers and creeks reach into vital lake systems and the pristine Southern Ocean. Known as 'the Creek' to locals, is an easy 55-minute drive south-east of Adelaide to the eastern Fleurieu Peninsula. Hero varieties have long been the classic reds, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, both as soloists and in the famous Australian red blend of the two.
Home to the traditional Ngarrindjeri nation. Where a thriving agricultural community of established families, progressive businesses and new generation artisans create highly rewarded wines, grow quality fruit for discerning producers, and nurture prized livestock and a range of sought-after farm produce.
For further information about the region visit: langhornecreek.com
Instagram: @langhornecreekwine
Facebook: langhornecreekwineregion
All guests are required to make their own travel arrangements to/from the trip start and end meeting point in the Adelaide CBD. Please notify the trip host if you have any dietary or access requirements.
| DAY 1 | |
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| 9:00 | Transport from Adelaide CBD to Langhorne Creek |
| 10:15 | Arrival at Lake Breeze Wines |
| 10:30 | Regional overview by Lake Breeze winemaker Greg Follett, including vineyard tour and history of unique flood irrigation |
| 11:30 | Cabernet Sauvignon masterclass |
| 13:00 | Lunch at Lake Breeze Wines |
| 15:00 | Transport from Lake Breeze Wines to Bleasdale Vineyards |
| 15:15 | History tour of Bleasdale, including old winery and wooden press |
| 15:45 | Malbec masterclass with winemaker Nicole Brasier |
| 17:00 | Transport from Bleasdale to The Bridge Hotel |
| 17:30 | Dinner at The Bridge Hotel (traditional Australian country pub) with winemakers from across the region |
| 19:00 | Transport from The Bridge Hotel to the historic town of Strathalbyn |
| 19:30 | Check into accommodation: Strathalbyn Motel |
| DAY 2 | |
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| 9:30 | Transport from Strathalbyn to Bremerton Wines |
| 10:00 | Vineyard walk looking at www.ecovineyards.com.au initiatives, followed by masterclass by winemaker Rebecca Willson |
| 12:00 | Lunch at Bremerton Wines Shiraz Masterclass |
| 14:00 | Transport from Bremerton Wines to Kimbolton Wines |
| 14:30 | Cellar door and vineyard tour by owner and director Nicole Clark, focusing on alternative varieties and accessible tourism, followed by alternative/Mediterranean varieties masterclass. |
| 16:00 | Walk or bus drive from Kimbolton Wines to The Winehouse |
| 16:30 | Casual drinks and food |
| 17:30 | Transport from The Winehouse to Strathalbyn |
| DAY 3 | |
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| 9:00 | Check out from accommodation |
| 9:30 | Transport from Strathalbyn to Coorong, Lower Lakes and Murray Mouth Research Centre in Goolwa |
| 10:30 | Introduction to the importance of Lake Alexandrina, Murray River and Southern Ocean to Langhorne Creek's unique climate and terroir |
| 11:00 | Masterclass looking at climate and terroir influences |
| 12:30 | Transport to Goolwa Wharf |
| 13:00 | Departure from Goolwa on the Spirit of the Coorong. Half-day Coorong Experience Hosted by Ngarrindjeri man Mark Koolmatrie, including: • Aboriginal smoke ceremony, Welcome to Country and introduction to the Ngarrindjeri connection to the Langhorne Creek region • Stunning scenery, memorable wildlife encounters and rich cultural insights • Guided national park walk through the sand dunes and onto 90 Mile Beach • Lunch and afternoon tea |
| 16:00 | Return to Goolwa for transport to Adelaide CBD |
| 17:30 | Drop off Adelaide CBD |
