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Over 170 years and 9000 awards behind every glassRenowned around the world, our wines are a mark of certainty in an uncertain world.
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Visit our Cellar Door in McLaren ValeA visit to Hardys Tintara is not just about tasting wine, but experiencing the rich history that goes into running a business over 170 years.
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Then, Now & Always. Certainty In Every Bottle.From the moment Thomas Hardy arrived in Australia in 1850, to the wide range of quality wines we produce today - you can always be certain of Hardys Wines.
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[H3] Meet the Hardys pioneer
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OUR STORY
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Five generations of devotion
Thomas Hardy was generally regarded as the father of the wine industry in South Australia. He was a pioneer who came to Australia as a young man and by his unbounded energy built a business known in both hemispheres.
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[H2] We want to create wines that are enjoyed and understood by all
THOMAS HARDY

[H3] Our Cellar Door

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Experience the home of Hardys

A visit to Hardys Tintara is not just about tasting wine, but experiencing the rich history that goes into running a business for 170 years.

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Hardy's Tintara

At Hardys Tintara Cellar Door you can enjoy a range of wines that showcase the best McLaren Vale has to offer.

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Wine Tastings

We have a number of premium and structured tastings available for visitors who want to treat themselves and try the very best wines we have to offer.

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Unique Experiences

At the Cellar Door, why not try something different and do a Tasting in the Dark or Hidden Secrets Tour.

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CLINK at Tintara

Cross the sprawling lawn area, (home to the biggest fig tree in the Southern Hemisphere) to the Fleurieu’s newest pop up ‘CLINK @TINTARA’, proudly brought to you by Tintara Winery & McLaren Vale Hotel.

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Fleurieu Arthouse

Housed on the historic Hardys Tintara site, the Fleurieu Arthouse is an exciting alchemy of creative talent with a stunning exhibition space, working artist studios, artisan retail shop and interactive workshop space.

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Gardens

The gardens at Hardys Tintara include a large lawn area, many trees as well as public access barbecue facilities and tables. Our most distinguished garden feature is the enormous Moreton Bay Fig Tree dominating the western side of the Hardys Tintara gardens, planted in around 1868.

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DISTINCTION WINES
[H2] Wine Club
Hardys Wines is a proud member of Distinction Wines – a collective of some of Australia’s most prized and significant vineyards, as well as some distinctive global wineries.
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[H3] Exclusive Discounts
Access special offers and rare wines not widely available

[H3] Free Delivery
Receive free delivery anywhere in Australia on all orders over $150

[H3] Spend & Earn
Earn store credit every time you make a purchase

[H3] Cellar Door Experiences
Enjoy access to exclusive, intimate experiences across all 9 Cellar Doors

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In the spirit of reconciliation, Hardys Wines acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

HARDY'S WINES, MCLAREN VALE

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202 Main Road
McLaren Vale
SOUTH AUSTRALIA

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[H3] OUR WINE CLUB
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Embark on the journey of a lifetimeHardys Wines is a proud member of Distinction Wines – a collective of some of Australia’s most prized and significant vineyards, as well as some distinctive global wineries.
JOIN FOR FREE

Distinction Wines
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[H3] Exclusive Discounts
Access special offers and rare wines not widely available

[H3] Free Delivery
Receive free delivery anywhere in Australia on all orders over $150

[H3] VIP Offers
Access special offers and rare wines not widely available

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[H3] Spend & Earn
Earn store credit every time you make a purchase

[H3] Invite & Earn
Earn $20 store credit for every new buyer you invite

[H3] Cellar Door Experiences
Enjoy access to exclusive, intimate experiences across all 9 Cellar Doors

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Cellar Door

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A visit to Hardys Tintara is not just about tasting wine, but experiencing the rich history that goes into running a business over 170 years.The Hardys Tintara winery, on the main street of McLaren Vale, has been at the heart and soul of the region from the very beginning. In 1878 Thomas Hardy transformed an old flour mill into one of the region’s best wine cellars, and with his success, McLaren Vale began to prosper and grow.Today, we are proud to still be the home of Hardys, and be able to showcase the original winery, as well as combine time-honoured winemaking techniques with the best of today’s technology.
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[H3] Our Address
202 Main Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171

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Mon - Sun 11am - 4pmOpen Public Holidays excluding Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day

[H3] Get in Touch
Call our Cellar Door 08) 8329 4124or EMAIL US
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[H3] SELF-GUIDED TOUR

[H2] Things to do at Hardy's Tintara

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At Hardys Tintara Cellar Door you can enjoy a range of wines that showcase the best McLaren Vale has to offer. Hardys Tintara is a proud member of the Ultimate Winery Experiences Australia family. A hand-selected collection of Australia’s best premium wineries that offer limited, memorable wine experiences featuring personalised tours and tastings. These exclusive experiences reveal stories about the families behind the winery as well as exciting behind-the-scenes experiences, gastronomic adventures and bespoke group itineraries to explore the region.

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[H4] Fleurieu Arthouse

Housed on the historic Hardys Tintara site, the Fleurieu Arthouse is an exciting alchemy of creative talent with a stunning exhibition space, working artist studios, artisan retail shop and interactive workshop space.Summer Opening Hours Everyday from 10am - 5pmWinter Opening HoursFri – Mon 11am – 4pm

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Visit the Arthouse

[H3] BEHIND THE SCENES

[H4] Wine Viewing Platform

Explore the generations of the Hardy family who have worked and contributed to Hardys Wines over the many years with our museum display. Take a look at a few of the key pieces of winemaking equipment that have been part of the winemaking process. Or take in the view of our open fermentation cellar, where all the premium Hardys red wines are made every year from February to May. From plungers, to basket presses, to 5 and 10 tonne fermenters, this is the heart of our working winery.

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[H4] The Garden

The lovely gardens at Hardys Tintara includes a large lawn area and our most distinguished feature - the enormous Moreton Bay Fig Tree. Planted in around 1868 and listed in the National Trust Register of Significant Trees, numbered 17 out of 650. The seedling was handed to the Manager of the Mortlock Mill around 1865 by the Adelaide Botanic Gardens Director of the time, who encouraged their planting, as he considered the Moreton Bay Fig to be the Oak tree of Australia.Rumoured to be the largest Moreton Bay Fig tree in the Southern hemisphere, this tree is as much a part of Hardys Tintara as the winery itself.

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There are a number of significant trees in our region that have been recognised and have become part of the McLaren Vale Cellar Door Tree Trail. At Hardys Tintara we have 3 significant trees that are part of the tree trail. The Moreton Bay Fig (Ficus macrophylla), the Norfolk Island pine (Araucaria heterophylla) and the Small-leaved Moreton Bay fig (Ficus obliqua). Each tree bears a tag that shows the age and height of the tree as well as the importance of the tree in relation to climate control evidence and other biodiversity factors.

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[H2] Wine Tastings

Hardys Tintara offers guests a range of seated wine tasting and experiences to remember.

[H4] Premium Tasting

Taste 5 icon and super premium red wines that showcase our long-standing commitment to quality, backed by over 9000 medals. $25 / 45 mins

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[H4] Standard Tasting

Explore 5 wines from our range from our Heritage Reserve Range, Tintara Range or Light Wines Range. $15 / 45 mins

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[H3] A Sensory Experience

[H4] Tasting in the Dark

Have you ever wondered how the senses work together to influence what you taste? Have you ever wondered what happens when we remove the sense of sight? And how does this influence the wine experience?

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Hidden Secrets Tour

Discover the rich history of Thomas Hardy and his wine empire with an intimate, guided tour through the historic Hardys Tintara property and taste five of our best wines matched with a local tasting plate.

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[H4] Group Tastings

Enjoy and explore a selection of 5 Hardys Wines with a group of 10 - 20 friends hosted in our Winery Viewing Platform.

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A Sensory Experience

[H2] Tasting In The Dark

Have you ever wondered how the senses work together to
influence what you taste? Have you ever wondered what happens when we remove the sense of sight? And how does this influence the wine experience?

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[H2] FAQs

Do you have to have a booking to visit?
To ensure you get the best experience at our cellar door, please make a booking ahead of time either by booking an experience or calling our cellar door

How long does a tasting take?
Our Premium and Standard tastings take around 45 mins

Do you have non-alcoholic wines?
We no longer stock non-alcoholic wines. However we do have a range of traditional soft drinks available.

Do you offer food? And wine the by the glass?
Yes, we have a selection of regional produce platters and wine by the glass for you to enjoy at Hardys Tintara. The platters have been designed for two to three guests and for you to order multiple to build a larger platter.

Do you take large group bookings?
Yes, for a group of 11-20 guests, hosted in our Winery Viewing Platform we offer our Group Wine Tasting Experience (booking is required – see our Group Wine Tasting Experience). For groups of 21- 45 guests we offer our Hardys Tour And Tasting – Private Group Experience. Please contact Cellar Door for enquiries and bookings.

Do you have a corporate meetings space?
Yes, absolutely! For up to 24 guests, the Thomas Hardy Room at Hardys Tintara offers a refined and private setting designed for executive meetings, small group seminars, and corporate gatherings. Rich in heritage and understated luxury, this exclusive space provides a quiet, focused environment complemented by thoughtful amenities and seamless hospitality.Click here to view the Corporate Brochure To find out more, or to book, please contact: BHFunctions@vinarchy.com

Do you allow dogs at the cellar door?
Yes, we have expansive lawns and plenty of space for your furry friend. Dogs however are not allowed inside the Cellar Door.

Are you kid friendly?
Yes, with the expansive lawns and plenty of space for kids to play around and explore.

Can we bring a picnic? Do you have BBQs?
No, we no longer have the BBQ facilities available for guests to use. As we have our picnic platters available at Cellar Door and during the Summer period the Clink Food Truck, there is no bring your own picnic available.

In the spirit of reconciliation, Hardys Wines acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.