Mount Horrocks Wines

Mount Horrocks Wines occupies Auburn's old railway station, where Stephanie Toole makes single-vineyard, certified organic and biodynamic wines. It is a small, boutique cellar door, and dogs on lead are welcome on the outdoor lawn beside the platform.

Dog setup. The outdoor lawn area is the dog-friendly spot for a seated tasting. Indoor seating exists but the lawn is where a lead dog should settle. Water bowls are not explicitly advertised, so bring your own for the dog, and keep them on lead in the intimate setting.

Known for. Riesling from a winemaker often called the Riesling Whisperer, along with semillon, shiraz, nero d'avola and cabernet sauvignon, all organic and biodynamic since 2014 and 2020 respectively. The old railway station gives the cellar door a distinctive, quiet character.

Getting there. The address is 30 Penwortham Road, Auburn, at the old railway station complex, with on-site parking. The cellar door keeps limited hours, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 5pm and reduced hours on some public holidays, so check before you drive out and book ahead on busy weekends.

Nearby with the dogs. Wines by KT sits across the road for another pet-friendly tasting, and the Riesling Trail runs close by for a walk before or after your visit. Auburn's village centre is small and walkable with some shaded spots.

Sources

• Cellar Door | Mount Horrocks Wines · mounthorrocks.com
• Pet-Friendly Cellar Doors and Eateries Clare Valley · clarevalley.com.au
• Mount Horrocks | Australian Wine Companion · winecompanion.com.au
• Mount Horrocks Wines - Auburn, Food and Drink · southaustralia.com

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.