In our continued pursuit to rise above the ordinary, at Two Hands Wines we lead the way with our Vineyard Experiences.
A unique approach to wine tourism not on offer anywhere else in Barossa, you have the opportunity to discover the wine growing process from the ground up. Our private yours take you on an indulgent journey to demystify and uncomplicate wine and the winemaking process, in a relaxed and intimate setting. These experiences take a behind-the-scenes look at the Two Hands philosophy and include tastings of our Single Vineyard Series Shiraz’s in their vineyard of origin.
I wanted to buy bespoke 4WD vehicles and offer guests an experience like no other, by taking them into some of our most exceptional vineyard sites in the Barossa.
Michael Twelftree
Proprietor
At Two Hands Wines, we believe great wine experiences should be accessible to all. Our vineyard tours welcome guests of all backgrounds and abilities, with small group sizes for comfort and inclusion. Staff are trained to support visitors with mobility or sensory needs, and accessible parking and restrooms are available. We encourage guests to share any requirements when booking so we can provide the best possible experience. Everyone deserves to connect with the land, the wine, and the story—no matter their journey.
Select the Vineyard Experience that suits your preferences and let us elevate your passion for wine to new heights!
Search for the Holy Grail
2 HR EXPERIENCE
Be chauffeured in one of our luxury Land Rover Defenders and head to the top of our estate-owned vineyard, the Holy Grail. This is a unique experience to take a behind-the-scenes look at the Two Hands winemaking philosophy and discover the magic of our estate vineyard.
$150 pp
Eden Unearthed
2 HR EXPERIENCE
Venture into the rugged beauty of Eden Valley for an intimate exploration of the Yacca Block — a remote, high-elevation vineyard where ancient soils and wild landscapes shape one of Two Hands’ most distinctive Shiraz expressions.
$150 pp
Flagship Experience
4-5 HR EXPERIENCE
The best of both! From the stunning heights of Menglers Hill in Eden Valley to our very special Holy Grail vineyard in Seppeltsfield… take it all in before journeying back to Cellar Door for a private tasting in our Bakehouse Cellar. This experience includes lunch along with tasting the pinnacle of our portfolio, The Flagship Series.
$400 PP
What to expect | Seasons at the vineyard
Spring
September, October & November
Sap rises from the roots and the first signs of new growth occur in the vineyard. New buds are very delicate and can be affected by frost or hail storms at this time. The first sprays for the season are applied in the vineyard to support new vine growth and health. The buds grow into shoots and flowers. We conduct our first round of yield estimations to forecast our potential crop for the year.
Summer
December, January & February
Veraison is the onset of ripeness, which means the colour of the grape berries change. Our vines are monitored by sap flow monitoring technology and irrigation is applied if required.
Closer to March sugar levels rise and acidity lowers in the grapes until they are perfectly ripe. Picking decisions are made by tasting the fruit daily in each individual block. All vines are picked by hand.
Autumn
March, April & May
Fresh straw is added under the vine every three years to help increase organics, lower evaporation and to lower soil temperature. Post vintage watering is applied, to help the vine pull carbohydrates from the canopy to store in the vine roots over winter. Foliage starts to senescence, leaves start falling off and the vine goes into dormancy.
Winter
June, July & August
Last year’s growth is cut back and the vine is pruned back to 2 canes. Compost is spread through the mid row to build up the organic matter in our soil. A cover crop are sown in a dry land Rye grass, Medics and clover have been planted in alternate rows to permeate mid row sward. We receive most of our annual rainfall over winter. This allows the water to drain deep in our clay soils.
