FRIDAY
29.5.2015: We have
now entered the Clare Valley Region which again offers an abundance of wineries
and food options – some 40 cellar doors so that is a good indicator! Vines were
first planted in the area in 1851 by the Jesuit priests, but more on that
later. We had planned to visit Gawler and the farm buildings involved in the
making of McLeod’s Daughters, because ‘Aunty Carole’ wanted to see where
Simmone Jade McKinnon (alias Stevie Hall), had spent her time. Alas, the cost
of a three hour tour proved too much and there was no opportunity to actually
visit the main farmhouse. Next suggested stop was at Simmone’s watering hole –
Lyndoch Hotel. Owners are overseas, we were on a roll! Drove through Auburn (1849) - magnificent bluestone buildings, with many listed on the National and State Heritage registers. Due to the size of the town and its architecture, for us, it had a greater appeal than Hahndorf. 
Just had to venture out to Maggie Beer's Farm Shop at Nuriootpa. “We encourage our visitors to wander around the shop and take the opportunity to taste all the products; in fact this is the only place in Australia where you have the chance to see and try just about every product we make” – and we did! Many, many people were at the farm and we again tasted wine and enjoyed our platter by the lake! Cooking classes were held during our time at the 'Farm', but we decided not to attend - little above our knowledge level!
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Spent the evening at a rest area outside of Tarlee.
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