Restaurant
Shaw + Smith
136 Jones Rd, Balhannah SA 5242, Australia
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136 Jones Rd, Balhannah SA 5242, Australia
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Shaw + Smith delivers cool-climate Adelaide Hills pours alongside serene vineyard outlooks. Regulars routinely bring visiting guests to this Balhannah cellar door when they want a guaranteed regional win—and a dedicated seated table flight. Sommelier staff pace each pour with viticultural know-how, answering questions as you sample your way through benchmark Sauvignon Blanc and crisp Rosé. Rather than a full kitchen, shared plates from the cold larder round out the afternoon—especially creamy burrata, bresaola, and goat’s cheese drizzled with honeycomb.
- Cool-Climate Pours: Seated, structured tasting flights poured by knowledgeable sommeliers, highlighting crisp Rosé and benchmark Sauvignon Blanc.
- Cold Larder Pairings: Small plates designed to match tastings, featuring creamy burrata, bresaola, duck rillettes, and goat's cheese with honeycomb.
- Panoramic Cellar Door: A light, open tasting room framed by panoramic views of the estate pond and vines.
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Why Visit Shaw + Smith
Why wine lovers and discerning hosts choose Shaw + Smith for benchmark Adelaide Hills tastings.
Dedicated Seated Sommelier Flights
Guests enjoy an attentive tasting flight seated at dedicated tables with guidance from knowledgeable sommeliers.
It’s a very personalised experience with your own table and sommelier.
Pierre Prentice Panoramic Adelaide Hills Vineyard Scenery
Modern, light cellar door architecture looks out over sweeping vine-covered slopes and manicured grounds.
The setting is absolutely beautiful – panoramic vineyard views and a modern, relaxed vibe that makes you want to linger all afternoon.
Katie Goldberg Tailored Viticultural Guidance
Winery staff adapt technical viticultural details to match guests' curiosity and interest levels effortlessly.
He tailored his knowledge to ours and seemed like he had a genuine passion for wine.
Jeremy McPherson Artisanal Cold Larder Pairings
Curated cold larder selections such as creamy burrata and duck rillettes elevate the nuances of regional cool-climate wines.
shared plates of food from the cold larder were well presented and equally delicious
Sarah Walsh The Benchmark Destination for Hosting Guests
Hosts reliably choose this benchmark cellar door to give interstate and international visitors an unforgettable regional showcase.
Every time we have interstate or overseas visitors we bring them here.
Twinkle Varma Effortless Pride in Hosting and Special Days
The estate provides an impressive, memorable backdrop suited for celebrations and showing visitors South Australia at its finest.
If you want to impress or just enjoy a special day be sure to visit
Trainer Troy Benson
Most popular items
Artisanal cold larder dishes thoughtfully curated to complement your wine tasting
Burrata
the burrata was unbelievably creamy and fresh
Katie Goldberg Duck Rillette
selection of cold larder (burrata, duck rillette, and bresaola)
Elena Bresaola
selection of cold larder (burrata, duck rillette, and bresaola)
Elena Goat’s Cheese with Honeycomb
The goat’s cheese with honeycomb was a standout – such a clever pairing
Katie Goldberg
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful gestures and service details that elevate a visit to Shaw + Smith
Personalized Table-Side Wine Guidance
Tastings are conducted as dedicated table service guided by staff who adjust explanations to guests' wine background, from casual sippers to curious enthusiasts.
Curated Cold Larder Pairings
Wine flights are thoughtfully complemented by curated cold larder selections, including artisan burrata, goat cheese with honeycomb, duck rillettes, and bresaola.
Tailored Adelaide Hills Itinerary Tips
Cellar door hosts take time to share tailored tips and regional recommendations for local breweries, eateries, and neighboring Adelaide Hills wineries.
Accommodating Sold-Out & Walk-In Arrivals
Hosts regularly make thoughtful accommodations when visitors arrive without bookings or during booked-out sessions to ensure guests still experience the tasting flight.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book a wine tasting in advance?
Bookings are strongly recommended, especially on weekends and busy afternoons, as tasting slots frequently sell out and walk-in availability cannot be guaranteed.
What food is available to pair with wine tastings?
Tastings are paired with an artisan cold larder menu featuring selections like burrata, bresaola, duck rillettes, hummus, olives, and curated cheese plates with honeycomb, rather than a full hot kitchen menu.
What is the tasting format like?
Tastings are seated and structured as curated wine flights with dedicated host and sommelier guidance at your table, ranging from classic tastings to single-vineyard flights.
How should I plan transport to and from the winery?
Because the wine tasting pours are generous, visitors recommend taking a taxi or rideshare rather than driving, and staff can assist with arranging return transport.
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