About Sevenhill Cellars
Sevenhill Cellars is the oldest winery in the Clare Valley, located in Sevenhill, South Australia, about 8 kilometres south of Clare. Established in 1851 by Jesuit priests to produce sacramental wine, it remains an operating winery and cellar door. The site includes historic vineyards, underground cellars, St Aloysius Church and its crypt, and original Jesuit buildings, reflecting continuous winemaking and religious heritage in the region.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a working historic winery set among vineyards on College Road in Sevenhill. The experience centres on the cellar door for wine tastings, underground cellars, and heritage buildings including St Aloysius Church (1875) and its crypt where Jesuit priests are interred. Grounds include vineyards, gardens and picnic areas. Guided heritage tours are available, explaining winemaking history and the Jesuit settlement, with opportunities to view winemaking facilities and purchase wines.
Key highlights
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Oldest winery in the Clare Valley, founded in 1851
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Historic Jesuit site with St Aloysius Church and crypt
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Underground cellars and original winemaking buildings
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Cellar door tastings of estate-grown Riesling, Shiraz and sacramental wines
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Vineyards and gardens with picnic areas