Shut the Gate Wines

Shut the Gate Wines is a boutique cellar door on the main road through Gillentown, just outside Clare, known for small-batch Riesling and reds poured in a relaxed, unpretentious setting. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas, which makes it an easy stop on a Clare Valley wine run.

Dog access. Dogs are welcome in the shaded outdoor seating and in the Bliss Garden overlooking the vines. Indoor tasting areas are generally kept for service dogs only, so plan to taste and relax outside. Water bowls are set out for visiting dogs. Dogs should stay on a lead and be comfortable around other people and pets, since it can get busy on weekends.

Known for. Small-batch, single-vineyard wines, with the Riesling and premium reds getting the most praise. Staff are consistently described as welcoming, and there is often a cheese platter option to go with a tasting.

Getting there and parking. The cellar door is at 8453 Main North Road, Gillentown, right off the main road between Clare and Auburn. There is a large on-site carpark with room to turn a car and trailer.

Nearby with the dogs. The Riesling Trail runs close by and is an easy on-lead walk before or after a tasting. Several other cellar doors in the valley, including Kilikanoon and Jim Barry, are also known to welcome dogs, and the Clare township has cafes with outdoor seating a short drive away.

Confirm current dog rules at the cellar door on arrival, policies can change with the season or during busy events.

Sources

• Visit Us - Shut the Gate Wines · shutthegate.com.au
• Pet-Friendly Cellar Doors and Eateries Clare Valley · clarevalley.com.au

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