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Barossa wine region The Mediterranean-style climate, varying soils, specialised winemakers and long history (dating back to the 1840s) have created a world-renowned wine region in the Barossa Valley. Among the big names, such as Penfolds, Yalumba and Seppelt, are smaller boutique wineries, and nearly all outfits offer cellar-door tastings and sales. Close to Tanunda is the Barossa Small Winemakers Centre, housed in the cellar door at Chateau Tanunda, Basedow Rd, and showcasing the rare and handmade varieties of the Barossa's small producers. At the Chateau Dorrien Winery Tourism Centre in Barossa Valley Way there is an interesting mural depicting Barossa heritage. Winery map available from visitor centre. For more information see Angaston, Lyndoch and Nuriootpa.
Norm's Coolies: see performances by a unique breed of sheepdog, Norm's coolie, at 2pm Mon, Wed and Sat; just south on Barossa Valley Way. Bethany: this pretty village was the first German settlement in the Barossa. The creekside picnic area, pioneer cemetery, attractive streetscapes and walking trail along Rifle Range Rd make it well worth a visit; 3 km SE. The Keg Factory: makers of American and French oak kegs, as well as barrel furniture and wine racks; St Halletts Rd; 4 km SW.
