Meet your
Tour Guide
Karen Barber - Owner & Tour Guide
Karen Barber, the heart and soul behind King Valley Winery Tours, is a local with deep roots in the community.
Her experience in the wine industry and genuine passion for the region make her the perfect guide to unveil the hidden gems of the King Valley. Karen's warm relationships with local winemakers and vineyard owners mean you'll be welcomed like an old friend at every stop.
She personally introduces each guest upon arrival, ensuring you're well cared for throughout the day. With Karen, you don't just visit the King Valley, you become part of its vibrant community, leaving not just with memories, but with new friendships.
Meet the Team
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Carla Pizzini
Carla Pizzini is the owner of Jessie’s Creek Cottage, a boutique accommodation property in Whitfield. Carla belongs to one of the King Valley’s founding Italian winemaking families. Her brothers are Fred Pizzini of Pizzini Wines and Arnie Pizzini of Chrismont. For more than a decade she has welcomed guests to the valley and shared its food, wine and natural beauty with visitors from near and far.
Marty Schoner
Marty is the owner of Bluestone Ridge, a boutique accommodation property in the King Valley, and Treasurer of the King Valley Tourism Association. His family has owned the 800-acre farm since 1974, and Marty made the move to the valley permanently in 2020. He brings a background in construction and property development to both roles.
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