Down The Rabbit Hole Wines
ProHighlights
- Whole property hired exclusively for an evening, for up to 65 cocktail guests
- Fiore restaurant booked privately for groups of up to 40 on Thursday to Sunday
- Organic, biodynamic wines made by a family-owned McLaren Vale label
About Down The Rabbit Hole Wines
This small McLaren Vale winery on Binney Road is run by its founding family and makes organic and biodynamic wines. The cellar door sits on the property where the owners live, backing onto the vineyard, with garden seating, a winter marquee and Fiore, an Italian restaurant. For a private event, the whole venue can be booked exclusively from 6:30pm to 11:30pm. A seated dinner of canapés and a four-course shared menu suits up to 45 guests, while a cocktail and grazing format takes up to 65. Groups can also take over Fiore on its own for a two-hour lunch from 3pm, Thursday to Sunday, for up to 40 guests. The cellar door keeps trading during these bookings, so this option is the restaurant alone. The kitchen is led by the executive chef, who cooks Italian-style dishes to share using organic, seasonal and local produce. Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and vegetarian guests can be catered for when noted in advance. Evening events include a three-hour drinks package with four of the estate's wines, beer and non-alcoholic options, with drinks then charged on consumption. No BYO food or drinks is allowed, though you can bring a celebration cake.
Inclusions & amenities
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Pricing
A private Fiore lunch costs $121 per person with dessert, plus $78 per person for drinks, against a $5,300 minimum spend. Final numbers are locked in four weeks ahead for evenings and seven days ahead for lunches, and later reductions are not refunded.
Food
Private lunches in Fiore use the Mangiamo set menu of Italian dishes to share. Most dietary needs, including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and vegetarian, can be met when advised ahead.
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Frequently asked questions
How many guests can attend an exclusive evening?
Up to 45 for the sit-down dinner with canapés and a shared four-course menu, or up to 65 for the cocktail and grazing format.
What does exclusive venue hire cost?
The venue hire fee is $13,500 with an $8,000 minimum spend on food and drinks. Dinner is $189 per person and the drinks package is $128 per person, and half the hire fee secures the date.
Can we book just the restaurant?
Yes. Fiore can be reserved for up to 40 guests from 3pm for two hours, Thursday to Sunday. Lunch with dessert is $121 per person, drinks are $78 per person, and a $5,300 minimum spend applies, all prepaid.
Are hens, bucks or 18th parties allowed?
No, the winery does not host 18th birthdays, hens parties or bucks parties.
Can we bring a cake?
Yes, a celebration cake is welcome, with plates and cutlery supplied for a cakeage fee of $3 per person. Other outside food and drinks are not permitted.
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Jason Kwong JK
a month ago
Even though we did not have time to try the wine tasting on this visit, stopping by Down The Rabbit Hole Wines was an absolute highlight of our trip! The aesthetic and whimsical atmosphere of this cellar door is complete…
Maribel G A
5 months ago
This is without a doubt my favourite winery in South Australia, in McLaren Vale. The place has so much charm, with such beautiful vibes and a really peaceful atmosphere. The wine is absolutely delicious, and it is alway…
Jéssica Azambuja
6 months ago
The whole place has such a beautiful vibe. The staff were super friendly and welcoming, and Ben honestly made our wine tasting experience even more special. He explained each wine in such a relaxed and engaging way, whic…
Sarah Ruane
8 months ago
We did the Fiore Experience at Down The Rabbit Hole in McLaren Vale today and it was absolutely amazing. The Feed Me menu was perfection — every dish was beautifully presented and full of flavour. The wine pairings were…
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