d'Arenberg Cube, McLaren Vale
The five-storey cube-shaped building of this century-old winery in the McLaren Vale, combining wine tasting, art installations and a fine-dining restaurant.
d'Arenberg is a family winery founded in McLaren Vale in 1912. It is known for its quirky wine names, such as The Dead Arm, and for fourth-generation winemaker Chester Osborn. Completed in 2017, the d'Arenberg Cube is a five-storey glass cube shaped like an unfinished Rubik's Cube. Its design draws on the complexity of wine blending, and it stands among the vineyards as one of South Australia's most recognisable buildings. Inside, the Alternative Realities Museum offers an immersive experience of multimedia and art installations, and there is a scent-experience room, a top-floor tasting area and 360-degree views of the vineyards. On the ground floor, the d'Arenberg Cube Restaurant serves a multi-course tasting menu, which requires a reservation. Entry with tasting starts at around AUD 20 (check the official website). Cocktail-making sessions, where you blend and take home your own bottle, must be booked in advance. McLaren Vale is about 40 km from central Adelaide, a 45-minute drive, and is famous for Shiraz and Grenache. Note: do not drive after tasting. Book a tour or hire a driver instead.
Opening hours
About 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- McLaren Vale Wine Region
- Port Willunga
- Hallett Cove Conservation Park
- Glenelg Beach
- Cleland Wildlife Park
- Adelaide Central Market
- Mount Lofty Summit
- Rundle Mall