Appellation review, Barossa Valley best restaurants | delicious.SA: Regional 50

If you think you know Appellation, the restaurant attached to luxury retreat The Louise, take a look again.

Food at Appellation in the Barossa Valley.

The Louise, 375 Seppeltsfield Rd, Marananga

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If you think you know Appellation, the restaurant attached to luxury retreat The Louise, take a look again.

Walk through the front door, where you will always be given a warm welcome, and what was the dining room has been replaced by a new guest lounge. Search further and you will find the tables and chairs (gorgeous bespoke furniture from the Bridge Room in Sydney) in the newly enclosed terrace that has breathtaking views of the surrounding vineyard and far, far beyond.

For Appellation, the setting is a game-changer and the sophisticated, relaxed vibe it creates is a perfect match for the creations of Kyle Johns. The new chef melds together vegies grown outside the window and hero ingredients from across the state, along with the occasional nod to his South African heritage.

A soothing combination of scallop, green apple and dashi pearls is presented in a gorgeous glazed bowl with matching spoon. Finished with a drizzle of macadamia milk, it is guaranteed to lift the spirits.

A chicken liver parfait spiked with peri peri spices is more robust and comes with a sweet, damper-like “fire bread” that is impossible to leave alone. Tear off a chunk to wipe up any remnants of the venison with carrot puree and black pepper sauce.

Finish with native davidson plums sandwiched between layers of hazelnut dacquoise and accompanied by a burnt milk mousse.

Kyle also oversees the spacious new three75 Bar and Kitchen that has already developed a devoted local following for its range of burgers and other comfort food.

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• Hours: D Thu-Sun
• Bill: Five courses $105 (wine pairing $45)
• Wine: Wine list and BYO | Corkage $25
• Chef: Kyle Johns