Height
6 meters
Year Built
1993
Address
Barossa Valley Way, Tanunda, SA 5352
The Lowdown
The Big Wine Bottle stands as a proud symbol of Australia's wine industry in the heart of the Barossa Valley - the country's most celebrated wine region. This towering bottle represents the premium wines that have made the Barossa world-famous, from the iconic Shiraz to rich Cabernet Sauvignon and everything in between. German settlers established the Barossa's wine industry in the 1840s, and their influence remains in the valley's architecture, culture, and winemaking traditions. The Big Wine Bottle invites visitors to explore over 80 cellar doors, taste wines from some of Australia's oldest vines (many over 100 years old), and experience the food, festivals, and hospitality that make the Barossa a must-visit destination.
Did you know?
"German traditions remain strong - try mettwurst and pretzels with your wine"
History
The Big Wine Bottle was erected in 1993 to promote tourism in the Barossa Valley. German and Silesian settlers arrived in the 1840s, bringing winemaking traditions that would establish Australia's first major wine region. Today, the Barossa produces some of Australia's most prestigious wines, with vines dating back to the 1840s making it home to some of the oldest producing vines in the world.
More Fun Facts
- •The Barossa has some of the oldest producing Shiraz vines in the world (1840s)
- •Over 80 cellar doors operate in the Barossa Valley
- •The region produces about 21% of Australia's wine
- •Penfolds Grange, one of Australia's most famous wines, originated here
- •German traditions remain strong - try mettwurst and pretzels with your wine
Visiting Tips
- 💡Plan a designated driver or join a wine tour
- 💡Book restaurants ahead - the Barossa's food scene is excellent
- 💡Try lesser-known varieties beyond Shiraz - Grenache and Riesling shine here
- 💡Some cellar doors offer blending experiences
- 💡The Barossa Farmer's Market (Saturday mornings) is excellent
Opening Hours
The Big Wine Bottle can be viewed at any time. Cellar doors have individual hours.
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