As Bassie had to go back to work we pulled up stumps and headed for a few days to the Barossa. We have to admit that the area was not as good for us as far as the wines were concerned when compared to Clare, however, the buildings and small towns were enchanting. This is Seppelts, one of the largest and oldest wineries in Australia. (We found out that this was part purchased by Janet Holmes A'Court, last year...nice to know that a WA member is involved in this historic winery).
This is a picture of Flor Sherry, the yeast grows on the sherry and this produces a very dry effect, the ultimate dry sherry!!!
Stephen has a passion for Clydesdale horses, of which there were many in the area, this pic is of a statue to these lovely beasts in the charming town of Angaston.
Just outside of Angaston is the huge area occupied by Yalumba. We spent a long time here and with luck on our side the cellar hand, Wendy, had had a luncheon the day before and had their beautiful wine Octavius for tasting.... delicious!!!!!!
In the town of Nuriootpa, were we stayed, is also the now famous Maggie Beer's Farm Shop, which also houses the set for the show The Cook and the Chef. We were there while they were filming but did not get to see anything so went back the next day and had a cooking demonstration in the set kitchen... bit of fun, and nice for us as it is one of our favourite programs. I have split this area visit into two, so many wineries and so little time!! Next installment to follow.
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