Hentley Farm: Modern
Barossa Icons on the Clifftop

Wherever possible, it’s best to arrive on Kangaroo Island via early flights or the ferry for a chance to enjoy lunch and/or some signature adventures, relax fireside in the Great Room while waves roll in below, take a coastal stroll or settle into the comforts of your suite.

The Icons Dinner
A celebration of current release
As evening falls, a casual sunset drinks gathering flows into a generous family style welcome dinner, where Keith and Ali Hentschke introduce the story of Hentley Farm through a line up of current vintage release icon wines: Blanc de Noir Sparkling, Mt Crawford Riesling, the Luxury Range including Old Legend Grenache, The Beauty Shiraz and The Beast Shiraz, and a first taste of pinnacle wine Clos Otto Shiraz.

An evening of warmth, flavour and storytelling, setting the foundation for the journey ahead.

The morning begins with a relaxed lodge breakfast overlooking the Southern Ocean, with time to join guided island experiences or embrace a slower start to the day. At midday, the experience shifts in tone and pace:

Beyond the Icons: A Barossa Long Lunch at The Hentley Farm Table
A relaxed yet refined long lunch celebrating the generosity and diversity of the Barossa, as seen through the lens of Hentley Farm.

In contrast to the evening’s tastings and dinners, this experience invites guests to journey beyond the flagship wines, exploring the breadth and character of the Hentley Farm portfolio through a seasonal, produce-driven menu inspired by the Barossa.

Dishes are designed to be shared and savoured at a gentle pace, paired with a curated selection of varietals and small-batch expressions, including The Stray Grenache/Shiraz, Cabernet, Zinfandel, Mt Crawford Saperavi, alongside expressive blends such as Quintessential and H-Block. Each pour carries the narrative of Barossa heritage, extending seamlessly to the wild beauty of the Southern Ocean.

Hosted in a warm, social setting, this is a moment to unwind into the rhythm of the weekend, where conversation flows, flavours evolve, and the story of Hentley Farm reveals itself in layers.

Icon Vertical Masterclasses:
During the afternoon, the focus turns to a deep dive into the ‘Icons’. During these masterclass, you’ll explore vertical tastings of Hentley Farm’s most celebrated icons The Beast and Clos Otto Shiraz across standout vintages.

Guests are then invited to discover the Creation Project, a unique collaboration with the Adelaide Central School of Art, where each release is shaped by artistic inspiration and creative vision. Blending the creative arts with the icon best of vintage wine of the vintage – an exclusive moment that is both a highlight of the weekend and a deep dive into the artistry and legacy of Hentley Farm.

The Museum Icons Dinner
A celebration of standout Icon vintages
The day culminates in the Museum Icons dinner, a five course degustation experience expertly created in partnership between the Southern Ocean Lodge and Hentley Farm’s award winning Executive Chef and culinary teams.

Here, Hentley Farm Icons are redefined as museum and rare wines take centre stage, from museum Riesling and Jimmy Watson winning Old Legend Grenache to standout Beauty and Beast, Clos Otto vintages and a sneak peak at the mythical Côtes de Hentley. Each course is thoughtfully paired to showcase the evolution, provenance and depth of Hentley Farm’s most revered wines.

Slower, more contemplative, and richly layered. This is an evening that captures the essence of Hentley Farm and Barossa heritage, set against the drama of the Southern Ocean.

On the final morning, make the most of a leisurely breakfast, with a last chance to soak up the lodge’s wild coastal views and reconnect with the Hentley Farm team and fellow travellers.

Departures are staggered through the day, leaving space for a final walk, one last glass or a special take home reminder of the weekend’s shared stories from the Barossa Valley to Kangaroo Island.

• Join our friends from Hentley Farm for a two‑night hosted wine weekend at Southern Ocean Lodge.
• Spend time with special guests and hosts, Hentley Farm Founders Keith and Ali Hentschke.
• Ease into the weekend with a fireside sunset drinks gathering and family‑style welcome dinner featuring current release Hentley Farm wines.
• Enjoy a ‘Barossa Picnic’ lunch showcasing South Australian produce with Hentley Farm wine pairings.
• Dive deeper into the cellar at the ‘Beauty and the Beast’ masterclass and Creation Project tasting.
• Enjoy the ‘Museum Icons’ dinner, a five‑course degustation matched to rare and museum Hentley Farm wines.
• Balance glass‑in‑hand moments with Southern Ocean Lodge signature coastal experiences and time to unwind by the fire.