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TRULYAUS.COM Photo: Luke Tscharke Photography Tscharke Luke Photo: What’s inside 06 Adelaide 22 Innamincka Effortlessly cool, charming This tiny outback town carries Publisher and casual, this capital city one of Australia’s oldest tales. Michelle Hespe has flown under the radar far publisher@ too long. publishingbychelle.com 26 Assistant Editor Booze, chocolate, art and food 10 Bethany Plint – what more could you want? editorial@ Bring your appetite, food-lovers publishingbychelle.com – you’ll need it when you dive into the aptly named seafood 30 Editorial Assistant Jay Winter capital of South Australia. Where the outback meets the turquoise sea of the edassistant@ publishingbychelle.com 14 Clare Valley Spencer Gulf. Brand & Small yet mighty, this Communications alluring wine region is home 34 Manager to some of SA’s most Enormous sinkholes, dinosaur Effe Sandas celebrated vignerons, chefs and bones and a rightfully famous advertising@ food producers. stretch of wine country. publishingbychelle.com Contributors 18 McLaren Vale 38 Win a trip to Adelaide Kerry Heaney Premier wine country and Alexis Buxton-Collins Explore the state capital with a Deborah Dickson-Smith pristine beaches collide just 3-night stay at Adina Apartment Marie Barbieri 45 minutes from Adelaide. Hotel Adelaide Treasury. Sarah Hinder Bethany Plint For more South Australia stories, head to trulyaus.com/south-australia

5 Adelaide WORDS: SARAH HINDER Photos: Joey Photos: Joenes Due to its affordable real estate, thriving cafe culture, abundant inner-city arts scene and plenty of green spaces, Adelaide is one of Australia’s most liveable cities. South Australia’s capital, while not exactly a bustling metropolis, still has a buzzing business district with the perfect balance between old and new. Glossy high-rises alternate with heritage buildings, laneways that curl off the main streets house whisky bars and shoebox cafes, and the flame trees commemorated by Cold Chisel line the streets, offering shade and shelter from Adelaide’s ever-changing weather.

Food & drink in Adelaide Boasting a vibrant arts scene, eclectic festivals and dedicated food and wine culture, this adventurous southern city will surprise you. Follow your senses to Adelaide Central Market for a taste of SA’s rich multicultural food scene. There are more than 70 stalls selling everything from raisin-studded muffins to locally roasted coffee beans.

When your tummy starts to rumble again, head to Port Adelaide to see how this historic suburb has evolved into one of the state’s trendiest dining

precincts. Begin the evening with a Commission Tourism & South Australian Julian Cebo John Montesi, Photos:

7 drink at one of the stylish wine bars, wealth of research and history. then choose from Mexican, Thai or even American-style barbecue for a Leading the Adelaide art scene is main course, followed by dessert at the Art Gallery of South Australia. Pancakes at the Port. It’s home to a collection of almost 45,000 works spanning 2,000 years, Things to do including impressive Australian and Once you’ve filled up on a European collections. The not- scrumptious lunch, walk it off with a for-profit JamFactory studio trains stroll through north Adelaide, where emerging artists and designers while you’ll see the city’s religious heritage showcasing some of Australia’s best on full display. (They don’t call it the contemporary craft and design. If city of churches for nothing.) If you’re you’ve got kids with a keen interest in looking for a spot to relax, read a art, this is one of the coolest things to book or lap up the sunshine, you’ll do in Adelaide. have no trouble finding a quiet corner in one of central Adelaide’s parks and Beyond the city playgrounds, each full of interesting A little further afield in the rolling pavilions and glasshouses. Adelaide Hills, Mount Lofty Botanic Garden truly steals the show. Its North Terrace is this cultural capital’s beautiful walkways, winding through thriving hub, home to a plethora of woodland, rhododendron gardens insightful museums and sometimes and fern gullies, include a section of unconventional art spaces. The South the . The path extends Australian Museum displays a rare and 1,200 mesmerising kilometres all the phenomenal collection of Aboriginal way from Cape Jervis on the Fleurieu artefacts. Alternatively, the grand State Peninsula out to Parachilna Gorge in Library of South Australia houses a the gorgeous .

WHY WE LOVE IT WHEN TO GO Adelaide is often overshadowed by its Cold Chisel fans will agree, Autumn trendy Victorian neighbour, but that’s is the best time to visit Adelaide. The exactly why it thrives. Adelaide doesn’t music legends’ song “Flame Trees” need to be showy. There’s an effortless speaks of the beauty of Adelaide in the ‘cool’ about this capital city. months between March-May.

8 THIS IS AN EXCERPT. READ THE FULL STORY HERE With its vibrant arts scene, eclectic festivals and dedicated food and wine culture, this adventurous southern city will surprise you. Photos: South Australian Tourism Commission Tourism South Australian Photos:

9 10 fair contender at three timesthe for thefledgling colony’s capital. A Bay was even asasite shortlisted large sheltered cove named Boston in 1839. The landsurrounding the the area only saw itsfirst settlers his homecounty in England, but by Matthew Flinders in1802 after Port Lincoln was namednostalgically History of the region sashimi in Japan. (SBT) variety, muchsought after for and export-grade southern bluefin fishing industry, particularly thetuna is known for itshugely successful Ceduna andCoffin Bay. PortLincoln title ishotly contested by thelikes of the ; however, the Australia’, Port Lincoln islocated on Dubbed ‘The seafood capitalof Port Lincoln WORDS: DEBORAHDICKSON-SMITH experiences, giving visitors aonce- local charters offer shark cage diving predators –great white sharks.Some the ocean’s mostimpressive apex close encounters with someof Port Lincoln istheplace togo for Dive into a Port Lincoln adventure millionaires per capitainthe country the city with thehighestnumber of One assessment ranks Port Lincoln as in more than$120millionannually. the lucrative Japanese market, reeling enabled Port Lincoln to cashinon (and processing) have techniques the 1990s,moderntunaranching started inthe1950sandsince gained prominence. Tuna fishing the economy well before fishing whaling andagriculture kicked off size of Sydney Harbour.Sealing, . 11

Photo: South Australian Tourism Commission / Elise Cook in-a-lifetime opportunity to view the Head to the Rogue & Rascal Cafe for fearsome great white in its natural the best coffee in town. Del Giorno’s habitat. Instead of chumming the will satisfy your seafood cravings with water with fish guts, rumour has it, an Italian twist. For a pub feed, try the some local guides lure the monsters Marina Hotel. If you fancy Chinese with AC/DC tunes. True story. or Thai, Peacock Gardens will hit the spot. And wash it all down with a local Closer to shore, you can also swim craft beer or wine at Sarins Bar in the with sea lions on a half-day tour to Port Lincoln Hotel. Seal Cove. Splash around with these delightful, intelligent animals who just Wineries on the seafood frontier love to show off for you. Underwater, Port Lincoln is located at the search the sea grass for one of the southernmost tip of Eyre Peninsula. ocean’s most beautiful creatures, the This giant, fertile promontory yields a leafy sea dragon. They’re only found surprising array of produce, including in Australia’s southern waters. grapes.

Beyond seafood South Australia’s premium wines It’s not all about seafood. The region need no introduction, but the Eyre is becoming just as well known for its Peninsula region is still new to the local pork and bacon, Eyre Peninsula scene. Take a gourmet tour to Coffin grain-fed beef and lamb, locally grown Bay and sample the freshest oysters fruits and vegetables and a range of at 1802 Oyster Bar, grown just across products including olive oil, honey, the road, and wash them down with chocolates and nuts. Not to mention one of Lincoln Estate’s excellent delicious bakery goods made from sauvignon blancs or a Boston Bay locally grown and milled grain. shiraz.

WHY WE LOVE IT WHEN TO GO With new quotas now enforced by the The people of Port Lincoln are so Department of Fisheries, tourism now crazy for tuna, they have dedicated an outstrips the fishing industry as Port entire festival to it. Swing by on the Lincoln’s biggest earner, which means Australia Day long week for market there’s plenty of attractions for visitors stalls, performances and plenty of to check out. seafood to try.

12 THIS IS AN EXCERPT. READ THE FULL STORY HERE Cashing in on the lucrative tuna market in Japan, Port Lincoln is said to have the highest number of millionaires per capita in the country. Photos: Adventures Bay Charters & South Australian Tourism Commission Bay ChartersTourism & South Australian Adventures Photos:

13 McLaren Vale WORDS: BETHANY PLINT The enjoys a stellar More than 70 cellar doors comprise (and well-deserved) reputation for this gorgeous expanse of wine it’s beauty – rugged coastline with country. Whether you’re looking white sand beaches, lively wetlands, to spend a weekend at one of the sprawling hinterlands properties and region’s luxurious retreats, dine on ample wildlife. But perhaps its biggest fresh and skilfully-prepared produce, draw are its wine regions; the star, or try a drop of the region’s finest of course, is the renowned McLaren wines, there’s something in McLaren Vale. Vale for everyone. Photos: Trent Martin Trent Photos:

14 Top wineries and cellar doors A visit to the famous d’Arenberg Cube is a must. Designed by Chester Osborne in 2003 to reflect the puzzles of winemaking, the stunning five-storey building is nestled among Mourvèdre vines. Each level was designed to entice the senses featuring an art gallery, wine sensory room, and a virtual 360 video room. Another favourite is Beresford Wines, who offer three fabulous tasting experiences on their elegant Tasting Pavilion. Choose from a selection of premium wines from the estate, locally-brewed craft beers or expertly Photos: Stefanie Neal, HEY GENTS and Josie Withers Stefanie Photos: distilled spirits.

15 Restaurants and cafes Adelaide CBD on the comfy Using fresh produce from its own coach make the day a totally stress- garden as well as locally sourced, free affair. The Currant Shed is a culinary delight located in between stunning Beyond wine country vineyards and lime groves – this McLaren Vale and the Fleurieu charming restaurant is home to one Peninsula region offer a bounty of of McLaren Vale’s finest menu’s. attractions beyond the edible ones. For adventurous types, the Southern If seafood is more your thing, look no Adventure Hub at the wilderness further than the award-winning Star sanctuary has a challenge course of Greece. Located right on the cliffs including rock climbing which has overlooking the stunning ocean views options to suit all ages. at Port Willunga, try the succulent seafood caught that very morning A slightly slower-paced adventure with a glass of McLaren Vale wine. is the Clydesdale horse-drawn tram in Victor Harbor which runs year- Undoubtedly, the best way to round taking passengers across the optimise your time in McLaren 630-metre causeway to Granite Vale is to join a locally-run tour. Island. Adelaide Sightseeing offers an exceptional day tour, visiting some of Just off Granite Island, the Oceanic the region’s top wineries with a two- Victor offers a chance to swim with course lunch at Polly’s Restaurant the Southern Bluefin Tuna – the at the d’Arenberg Cube and plenty Ferraris of the ocean. There’s also a of time to peruse the main street of fantastic aquarium if you prefer to McLaren Vale. Return transfers from stay out of the water.

WHY WE LOVE IT WHEN TO GO Just 45 minutes from Adelaide, McLaren Winter is a fairly slow season Vale offers a food and wine escape for for tourism in McLaren Vale, so all types of travellers. Make it romantic accommodations may cost slightly less. with a private picnic among the vines or However, temperatures can drop quite bring the kids along and visit the family- low, so aim for Spring and Autumn for friendly vineyards. the best weather.

THIS IS AN EXCERPT. READ THE FULL STORY HERE 16 McLaren Vale is an incredible destination where premier wine country and pristine beaches collide. Photo: Isaac Forman, Serio Isaac Photo: Forman,

17 Innamincka

Photo: South Australian Tourism Commission Tourism South Australian Photo: WORDS: KERRY HEANEY Cooper isapermanent water source More like ariver thanacreek, the cruiseonCooperis asunset Creek. highlights of visiting thisdesertarea As unlikely asitsounds,oneof the Coopers Creek Outback sunset over this beautifulsunburnt country. growth infavour of Mitchell grass in and deeply cracked soilinhibittree Queensland border. The wildfires landscape ontheSouth Australia and travelling through thebeautifularid Reserve. It’s stillabeacon for those deserts andInnamincka Regional are theStrzelecki andSturt Stony stock routes. Surrounding thetown Creek at theintersection of two busy outpost was established onCooper in 1872and10 years later apolice tiny Innamincka Station was settled for more than40,000 years. The lived with other neighbouringtribes Basin, the Yandruwandha people what isnow known astheCooper Before colonial explorers cameto region. and gateway to anutterly fascinating inspection, itisa welcoming township an unsealedairstrip. On closer the 12permanent residents and scattering of smallbuildings for From theair, Innamincka isjusta two major river systems draining into Eyre inSouth Australia and isoneof Queensland’s Darling Downs toLake kilometres from itssource west of Cooper Creek travels about1,300 unregulated water catchments. It’s oneof the world’s largest water. with wide stretches of navigable 19

Photos: South Australian Tourism Commission & Julie Fletcher the Lake Eyre basin – although the and Wills party to dig for stores creek rarely completes a flow. when they returned from attempting to reach the Gulf of Carpentaria. Visitors can join a wine and cheese The expeditioners didn’t find it; the Inna Cruise excursion, organised by interpretive centre at the Dig Tree the Innamincka Hotel, to explore site explains the expedition’s full the surroundings. Entertainment is story, including the deaths of Burke provided by pelicans, wedge-tailed and Wills from starvation. eagles and corellas having a last squawk before dusk. You can also True country hospitality hire a kayak to explore the creek. For those who have emerged from It’s a journey best undertaken in the days of travelling on the Strzelecki morning, when the wind is low, the Track or camping in the rugged water is still and the sun is on your Innamincka Reserve, the Innamincka back. Hotel offers a restful haven. Guests will find a traditional, well- The story of Burke and Wills stocked front bar filled with outback The Dig Tree is a few kilometres treasures and local memorabilia. It north of Innamincka, just over the sits alongside the newish 100-seat border in Queensland. It earned its Outamincka Bar restaurant, where status in Australian history for the you are guaranteed a good feed. part it played in the story of the ill- fated Burke and Wills expedition Innamincka also boasts an outback nearly 160 years ago. cinema that screens movies on a billboard in the pub’s front yard, along William Brahe, a member of the with Australia’s most remote 18-hole expedition’s support team, carved mini-golf course. Plus, the karaoke instructions on the tree for the Burke nights always attract a lively crowd.

WHY WE LOVE IT WHEN TO GO Past and present converge in Between October and March, Innamincka. It’s one of the few remaining temperatures sit above 30 degrees, outback towns where you’ll experience sometimes creeping closer to the 40s. the old style country hospitality that you The winter months offer much more won’t find in our cities. confortable mid-20’s.

20 THIS IS AN EXCERPT. READ THE FULL STORY HERE When you’re looking for outback essentials, Innamincka offers an icy beverage and a warm country welcome. Photo: South Australian Tourism Commission Tourism South Australian Photo:

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22 Clare Valley WORDS: MARIE BARBIERI

With its sinuous folds of fertile hills, rustic villages and breeze-tousled wheat fields brushing its bucolic canvas, Clare Valley could have been plucked straight from the Tuscan countryside.

Clare Valley is about 120 kilometres north of Adelaide. While this wine region may be smaller and less visited than its neighbour, it is no less alluring. Intimate, welcoming and seductively photogenic, Clare Valley is home to some of SA’s most celebrated vignerons and food producers.

Dotted along its slender expanse between Auburn and Clare, some 30 cellar doors sit along a 40-kilometre- long daisy chain, each with individual personality and charm. In the towns, you’ll find butchers, bakers, and – not candlestick makers, perhaps, but farm gates, weekend markets, locavore diners and providores at the top of their game.

Food & drink in Clare Valley Food cravings will spike when hitting

23 Photo: South Australian Tourism Commission & Adam Bruzzone Commission Tourism South Australian Photo:

the Clare Valley’s gourmet food run by Jesuit winemakers, who today scene. Wild Saffron cafe in Clare is produce distinctive table wines as a weekend breakfast hangout where well as altar wine. A visit to the chilly plates are piled high with smoked underground cellar will give you a bacon and saltbush sausages. The shiver, as will tiptoeing into the crypt prized sausages can also be found at St Aloysius’ Church, where 41 at three-time National Sausage King Jesuits are interred. winner, Mathie’s Meat Shoppe. The Clare-based butcher offers At the southern gateway to the Clare 45 varieties of snag, sending local Valley is quirky Claymore Wines. Its barbecues into a sizzle. unorthodox, music-inspired labels include Dark Side of the Moon Sevenhill Cellars is home to the (shiraz), Joshua Tree (riesling) and Clare Valley’s first vineyard, planted London Calling, a blend of cabernet back in 1851. It’s still owned and sauvignon and malbec.

WHY WE LOVE IT WHEN TO GO The Clare Valley comes steeped February is the most popular time in history too. The Burra Burra to visit the region, but it is also the “Monster Mine” is today a protected most expensive. In spring and autumn, archaeological site that reveals relics of temperatures are pleasant and buildings around its open-cut copper accommodation is fairly priced (bar mine. school holidays).

24 THIS IS AN EXCERPT. READ THE FULL STORY HERE Between Auburn and Clare, around 40 cellar doors sit like a 40km-long daisy chain, winding throught he gorgeous Clare Valley region. Photo: South Australian Tourism Commission & Adam Bruzzone Commission Tourism South Australian Photo:

25 Photo: South Australian Tourism Commission 26 Adelaide Hills WORDS: ALEXIS BUXTON-COLLINS

Booze, chocolate, art and food – what more do you want from a destination? High above Adelaide sits a picturesque agricultural region where winding roads pass through mist-shrouded valleys and a patchwork of mixed farmland. Artisanal food and drink producers make the most of the abundant fresh produce and artists have long flocked here for the magical light.

Foodie finds in the Adelaide Hills Just 20 minutes’ drive from the centre of Adelaide, the charming town of Stirling is the gateway to the Adelaide Hills. The tree-lined streets are full of cute cafes and shops. Red Cacao is the perfect place to stop after admiring the autumn foliage. There’s always a range of gorgeous cakes and freshly made waffles available. Don’t leave without trying the legendary Aztec hot chocolate – rich, dark drinking chocolate spiced up with cinnamon and chilli. The single-origin cacao beans are chosen for their unique flavour profiles, and the same is true of the coffee.

In the charming township of Hahndorf, Comida is headed up by renowned

27 chef Brad Sappenberghs. During some of the most inventive drinks the week, coffees and cold pressed being produced in this country. juices accompany simple breakfasts Plants such as riberries, desert limes, with a Spanish twist and for lunch, peppermint gum and lemon myrtle Sappenberghs has upped the ante find their way into distinctive, richly considerably. His elegant diner is now flavoured gins and liqueurs. a must-visit Adelaide Hills attraction. The venue’s enclosed deck, exposed A dose of art & culture timber and beautiful terracotta- Hahndorf was settled by Prussian coloured ceilings complement a Lutherans in 1839 and still bears a wonderful dining experience. strong German influence. This wasn’t what drew Hans Heysen to the Where to quench your thirst area, though; the landscape painter The Adelaide Hills is one of Australia’s was captivated by the quality of the premier cool-climate wine regions. region’s light. Picturesque cellar doors and dazzling tasting rooms abound. One spot Heysen was one of the first to add to your list is Longview Europeans to eschew the conventions Vineyard. Built around a century-old of his home continent and paint pink sandstone cottage, this rustic- Australia as it is. His watercolours chic cellar door features recycled changed the way white Australians timber and steel and floor-to-ceiling perceived this country by capturing windows in a striking modern design. the lines of monumental gum trees If spirits are more your thing, and the dramatic colours of the arid Applewood distillery is a fabulous Flinders Ranges. Art buffs can visit afternoon stop. This industrial former his studio, which happens to be the cold store, full of exposed brick and oldest publicly accessible artist’s jarrah beams, is the unlikely home to studio in the country.

WHY WE LOVE IT WHEN TO GO The nearby town of Hahndorf is the Being so close to the city, this stretch of perfect pitstop on your way to or wine country is notoriously busy during from the Adelaide Hills. There’s plenty the weekends. If you can sneak a few of history, interesting architecture days off work, you’ll enjoy fewer crowds, and yummy goods to stock up on. peace and quiet.

28 THIS IS AN EXCERPT. READ THE FULL STORY HERE Booze, chocolate, art and food – what more could you possibly want from a destination? Photo: Michael Waterhouse Photo:

29 Whyalla WORDS: DEBORAH DICKSON-SMITH Photos: South Australian Tourism Commission Tourism South Australian Photos: Whyalla is located on one of Australia’s most picturesque stretches of coastline, where the rich red colours of the outback meet the turquoise waters of the Spencer Gulf on the Eyre Peninsula.

History of the region The town of Whyalla grew up around BHP’s iron ore jetty and was proclaimed a regional city in 1961, as BHP’s industrial activities expanded with the building of shipyards and steelworks. Today, the city still has a substantial industrial base, providing mining, engineering and steel- manufacturing services.

While Whyalla remains an important industrial hub on this remote patch of coastline, the region’s natural wonders are driving a burgeoning tourism industry.

Exploring Whyalla on foot Along the Whyalla coastline there are many self-guided hiking trails of Hummock Hill, a 10-minute climb for varying lengths that have plenty of panoramic views of the city, Spencer vantage points for watching the Gulf and Flinders Ranges. Interpretive region’s amazing sunsets. signs along the trail explain the history of the settlement, industrial The self-guided 1.9-kilometre development, and its natural and City Walk, which starts at the n maritime heritage. orth-eastern end of the city, encompasses many of the city’s For more serious hikers, the Freycinet historical sites and also takes in Trail hugs the Spencer Gulf coastline

31 from Fitzgerald Bay to Point Lowly. The Safe swimming on the shallow trail is 12 kilometres long and is divided foreshore at Whyalla Beach make into two sections: the four-kilometre it a good choice for young families, Fitzgerald Bay Hiking Trail and the while the calm waters in the bay eight-kilometre Fitzgerald Bay-Point are ideal for kayaks and stand-up Lowly hiking, cycling and driving trail. paddleboards. While kayaking you’re The first section runs through dunes, likely to encounter a large pod of local pebble beaches and bushland before dolphins who visit frequently, following joining up with the joint-use trail that the fishermen in hope of a snack; and a follows the coastal emergency track, short distance along the coast a colony providing spectacular views of the of seals has taken up residence on the Gulf and the distant Southern Flinders Santos jetty. Ranges. If you don’t want to get your feet Underwater adventures in Whyalla wet, the Whyalla Maritime Museum In the winter months, scuba divers and is well worth a visit. It’s home to the underwater photographers come to former HMAS Whyalla – the first Whyalla in droves to witness Spencer ship built in the Whyalla Shipyards Bay’s aggregation of giant cuttlefish. in 1941 – and houses an extensive Hundreds of thousands of the sea collection of maritime memorabilia creatures come here to mate. It’s an that takes in Whyalla’s shipbuilding incredible spectacle to watch, with era, as well as an excellent natural much of the action taking place in history gallery showcasing the Gulf’s clear blue waters between just three to diverse and fascinating marine seven metres deep. environment.

WHY WE LOVE IT WHEN TO GO Whyalla sits along one of Australia’s Scuba diving season peaks in winter. most picturesque coastlines, This is when the sealife is bountiful and where the outback meets the particularly playful. It is cold, however, so turquoise Spencer Gulf. It’s basically if you’re keen on a warm beachy getaway, impossible to take a bad photo of save it for summer when outdoor markets this place. pop up around town.

32 THIS IS AN EXCERPT. READ THE FULL STORY HERE Giant cuttlefish aggregate to mate in Spencer Bay in the hundreds of thousands. It’s an incredible spectacle to watch. Photo: Carl Charter Photo:

33 Limestone Coast WORDS: MICHELLE HESPE

34 stunning blue cave. A new gin, aptly and, if qualified, scubadive inthe developed cansnorkel sotourists generations, andithas recently been sinkhole ontheir property for four family hashadthisremarkable Gambier cave scene. A sheep-farming newcomer for tourists on theMount for thousandsof years, Kilsby isa place having –despite beenaround Kilsby Sinkhole isanother intriguing years ago. forest floor around half amillion from creatures that fell through the astounding piles of megafauna bones the Victoria Fossil Cave you cansee World Heritage-listed siteinSA. In Naracoorte Caves system –theonly intriguing natural wonder isthe of town. But nodoubt themost Engelbrecht Cave inthemiddle to explore, includingthefamous on limestone,hasplenty of sinkholes Mount Gambier, becauseitisbuilt Stepping back in time sav inthecountry. that produces someof thebestcab sinkholes andrichred terra rossa soil subterranean gardens growing in resting on extinct volcanoes, landscapes: dark-blue crater lakes of thestate’s moststarkly contrasting The Coast Limestone contains some

created from fresh localproduce. It and are dishingupsuperb meals where new owners have taken over present at theRoyal Oak Penola, The pastcontinuesto permeate the Dining on the Limestone Coast comfortable way to doit. this would have tobethemost sleeping inajailcell for thenight, possible –if you’ve ever fancied as many of theoriginalfeatures as The owners have retain triedto boutique retreat and concert venue. although itisnow acharming today,built in1866andstillstands The Old Mount Gambier Gaol was goes into thedistillingprocess. a tipple after divinginthe water that released guestscan now onsite; enjoy called Sinkhole Gin, was recently 35

Photos: Michael Waterhouse & Offroad Images also has an awesome wine list. and encouraged fellow Scot John Back in Mount Gambier, another Riddoch to join him. Riddoch bought favourite is The Barn Steakhouse. 464 hectares of land to the north of It has an award-winning wine cellar Penola, naming it after the Aboriginal and stellar service to match it. Set word for honeysuckle: Coonawarra. among two hectares of manicured English-style gardens, the venue also Riddoch passed away in 1901, but hosts Generations in Jazz, an annual his legacy lives on in the esteemed weekend jazz festival held in early Wynns Coonawarra Estate, where 141 May. hectares of vineyard have produced 60 vintages that wine lovers across the Exploring the Coonawarra globe collect as a prized set. The Coonawarra is famed for its slow-paced, detail-oriented approach. A little further along the Riddoch Winemakers such as Balnaves of Highway, Winemaker Sue Bell from Coonawarra and Bellwether Wines Bellwether Wines produces some have put it on the map in a big way. of the best cabernet sauvignon in South Australia. She also experiments The Coonawarra has a 120-year with many European varietals history of wine growing and the cigar- such as barbera, tempranillo and shaped strip of terra rossa soil laid montepulciano. atop limestone produces some of the finest cabernet sauvignon in the Sue’s wines are quite high-end, but world. It all started when Scottish her Ant Series (the bottles feature gardener William Wilson left the very cool illustrations of ants on the Victorian goldfields in the 1850s, labels) are more accessible for the set up a small vineyard in Penola typical wine drinker.

WHY WE LOVE IT WHEN TO GO The Limestone Coast is full of If an afternoon of wine tasting and cheese unexpected delights. Who knew nibbling in the warm sun with a verdant you could find yourself exploring green field splayed out in front of you sinkholes and sunken gardens one sounds like the perfect afternoon, pencil moment, and tasting world class your visit to the Limestone Coast in for late wines the next? spring/early summer.

36 THIS IS AN EXCERPT. READ THE FULL STORY HERE Photos: Zema Estate, Mitchell Toft & South Australian Tourism Commission Tourism & South Australian Toft Mitchell Estate, Zema Photos:

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