Victoria has become a prominent, world-wide producer of cool-climate Australian wines. Its peppery shiraz, warm cabernet sauvignon, rich pinot noir, and crisp chardonnay have made their mark across the globe, with many wineries winning international awards as well as local trophies. With every year, the Victorian wine industry continues to flourish.
In the posts below, you’ll find out the latest news from the local wineries, including boutique vineyards winning awards, wineries that are hosting events or concerts in the coming months, and exciting renovations of cellar doors and restaurants, as well as many more.
A quick scroll will show you just how much is happening in the fruitful wineries throughout Victoria, from the beaches of the Mornington Peninsula, to the Alpine Valley in north-east Victoria. If you want to find out where you can catch a local band while enjoying a nice glass of award-winning pinot noir, or would like to know what bottle would be best to indulge in this month, simply scroll down the list of news and you’ll be sure to find your inspiration.
If you’re after more information on the featured wineries, be sure to click the ‘See Winery Profile’ button in each individual newsflash. Each profile includes the cellar door address, contact details and opening hours for your convenience.
You’ll also find a brief editorial about the winery and its history in the local area. At the bottom of the profile, you can view the tasting notes for up to four wines that have been expertly chosen by the winery to portray their best.
To learn more about the minds behind the wine, head over to the Meet The Winemakers section, where you’ll find interviews with some of Victoria’s most prestigious winemakers.
Also available, are recent articles and recipes that are sure to compliment everyone’s tastes.
THE LATEST NEWS FROM THE LOCAL WINE INDUSTRY
A Rich History of Wine
Best’s Wines is situated in the historical town of Great Western only thirty minutes from the picturesque Grampians region and two and a half hours from Melbourne. Great Western is a rich wine-growing area that has been producing wines since the 1860’s. Founded by...
Hesket Estate
2024 was a sensational harvest at Hesket Estate with the chardonnay yield doubling from the previous the year, and pinot noir fruit of small berries with immense flavour producing a dark purple colouring. As we move towards Spring, malolactic fermentation has begun in...
Wine Education with a Difference
Prancing Horse Estate has a unique set of capabilities to deliver outstanding wine masterclass sessions showcasing the major wine regions of France. The winery has been a major importer of French wine since 2010, from Champagne, Burgundy, Bordeaux, Northern Rhone,...
Gippsland Pioneers
Still at the vineyard and winery after forty-six years, Ken and Juliet Eckersley have built a legacy at Nicholson River Winery. Over the years, the pair have grown accustomed to change and renewal as they have worked hard to develop wine varieties and styles in areas...
Shiraz Sensation
Kilgour Wines’ newly bottled 2023 Shiraz is delicious, as promised.
A SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY FOR MANTONS CREEK ESTATE
Mantons Creek Estate’s very first vines took root back in 1994, making it the big three-zero this year. Since the company’s humble beginning, the vineyard has blossomed into a diverse landscape of grape varietals, avocados, stone fruit, citrus and more. Despite the...
Zero Alcohol Pinot Noir at Red Hill Estate
The wine company’s first foray into the non-alcoholic wine field, Red Hill Estate’s Zero Alcohol Pinot Noir embodies the true essence of the varietal. Through a delicate extraction process, Red Hill Estate preserves the rich flavours while gently removing the alcohol....
2022 Sangiovese Triumphs at Heathcote Wine Show
Munari Wines’ 2022 Next Chapter Sangiovese has emerged as a standout success at the Heathcote Wine Show, securing the Chair’s Trophy for its vibrant expression of the variety. This is only the second vintage of the Next Chapter Sangiovese produced since a large...
Glorious Gisborne
The team at Gisborne Peak Winery is excited to venture into a new chapter with the vineyard and has big plans to grow and extend the winery.
Twentieth Anniversary of Narkoojee Winery
It’s with a degree of disbelief for owners Harry and Val that this year marks the twentieth anniversary of the opening of Narkoojee Winery.
A Wine-In-A-Million Storage Cellar
The new Grand Cru wine storage cellar from Liebherr takes wine storage to the next level. With the ability to store a staggering 324 Bordeaux bottles, the WSBl 7731 Grand Cru is Liebherr’s biggest ever wine cellar. For long-term storage, all varieties of wine require...
An Anniversary for a Family Run Winery
Black Wallaby Wines marked its 20th anniversary in 2024, celebrating two decades since Jim and Sue Lawson first launched the label.
Celebrate in Style
Mitchelton, a premier event venue, offers an impressive array of spaces tailored to accommodate both small and large gatherings. Nestled in a picturesque setting, it combines rustic charm with modern amenities, making it an ideal location for various events. The...
Scotchman’s Legend
Chief Winemaker at Scotchmans Hill, Robin Brockett, was proudly inducted into the Geelong Wine Hall of Fame during the twenty-fourth Geelong Wine Show celebration. With a forty-year winemaking journey that began in New Zealand, Robin’s dedication to the industry has...
Trentham Estate Celebrates Its Thirty-Fifth Anniversary
Having produced wine under its own label since 1984, Trentham Estate winery opened the doors of its riverfront cellar door and restaurant in August 1988. The venue was an exciting new showcase establishment for the Murray Darling wine region, for locals to bring...
Victorian Excellence
Fowles Wine achieved a Sustainable Winegrowing Australia certification in December 2023, which acknowledges its approach to management in the vineyard and winery. This certification is recognition for its longstanding commitment to its wine making philosophy, ‘farming...
Special Anniversary for Sparkling Shiraz
Grampians Estate’s Rutherford sparkling shiraz celebrates its twentieth anniversary in 2024. Grampians Estate will be celebrating that milestone with a special tasting event of back vintages during the Grampians Wine Region ‘Wine Month’ in October 2024 at its cellar...
De Bortoli Rutherglen Estate Accommodation Upgrade
Rutherglen was recently voted as the trendiest town in Australia, and now De Bortoli Rutherglen Estate has some exciting news to encourage people to come and adore the charming area. The accommodation units at De Bortoli Rutherglen Estate have been refurbished with...
FARMERS MARKET AT TAHBILK
Tahbilk is home to the Nagambie Farmers Market every fourth Sunday of the month, from 10am -2pm in the Tahbilk Cellar Yard. There you’ll find a vibrant assortment of stalls offering some of the best regional produce. Sunday Sips also joins the market every fourth...
Award Winning Chardonnay
Gippsland Wine Company was awarded the White Wine of Provenance trophy at the 2023 Westpac Gippsland Wine Show. This prestigious award was based on three different vintages of chardonnay, from 2016, 2019 and 2021. This achievement demonstrates the bloodline of the...
New Vintages of Ocean Eight’s Pinot Noir
The 2022 pinot noir wines are now available from Ocean Eight winery in Shoreham on the Mornington Peninsula. It is the fifteenth vintage release from Ocean Eight, and these wines are the result of over two years of care, patience and the simple philosophy of winemaker...
Join the Family
Nestled in Victoria’s highly acclaimed Yarra Valley wine region, Boat O’Craigo is a second generation, family-owned boutique winery renowned for producing some of Australia’s finest hand-crafted wines. With fifty acres of vines spanning across two stunning sites in...
Behind the Bubbles
With more than sixty years of experience in making méthode traditionnelle sparkling wines, Domaine Chandon is proud to present ‘Behind the Bubbles’, an immersive experience providing a behind-the-scenes look into the traditional methods of making sparkling wine. In...
Fine Vintages with Fine Palates
Ocean Eight is pleased to release the 2021 vintage of pinot noir and verve chardonnay. Releasing its wines two years after they were made allows them to spend twelve months in barrel and, crucially, have ample time to settle down after the disruption of bottling....
The Place To Be
A family-run winery and restaurant, del Rios focuses on creating quality experiences. Through blending innovative practices and traditional charm throughout everything they do, del Rios works to build a community of people who share the same passion and appreciation...
Join the Inner Circle
Montalto is a place where you can celebrate life and enjoy a moment out of the ordinary. Owned by the Mitchell family since 1999, Montalto is where seasonal, heirloom produce is grown, shared and celebrated. Montalto’s home estate of thirty acres under the vine is the...
Wine & Dine
It started with a few enthusiastic first-time winemakers planting some vines nearly forty years ago, doing everything the hard way and roping in friends and family to help out. The first few years of wine production were also a bit hit and miss, working in the garage...
Taking the Tour
As the days grow longer and the weather warmer, the team will be introducing private vineyard tours and tastings at TarraWarra Estate from the 1st September 2023. Learn about the winery’s cool region – the soils, aspects, altitude, rainfall, climate and the vines all...
Vivacious Vintages
The inaugural release last year of Prancing Horse Estate’s 2021 two single vineyard estate pinot noir wines amply demonstrated why Mornington Peninsula is regarded of one of Australia’s finest pinot noir-producing regions. This initial success is being repeated with...
Tranquility at Buller Wines
Rutherglen, renowned for its picturesque landscapes and world-class wines, has now become home to a boutique vineyard accommodation, courtesy of Buller Wines.
Thirty Years of Anderson Winery
Anderson Winery opened its cellar door for the first time on the March long weekend in 1993. Howard Anderson had already been a winemaker for over twenty-five years before that, but by the early 90’s he made the leap in his career and went out on his own.
A Spicy New Addition at Kilgour
The 2023 harvest has just wrapped up at Kilgour Wines, and it has been a sensational year for the vineyard. Kilgour Wines is proud to announce its first shiraz: Best Old Block
Highly Regarded, Highly Awarded
It has been an exceptionally busy time for Morris of Rutherglen. Recently awarded second place in the Real Review’s Top Wineries of Australia 2023, this accomplishment exemplified the hard work and excellence at the heart of Morris of Rutherglen in producing world-class wines.
Excellence in Organics
Baileys of Glenrowan is thrilled to announce that Chief Winemaker, Paul Dahlenburg, has just been named a shortlisted nominee on Halliday Wine Companion’s 2024 Winemaker of the Year.
A New Look For The Provedore
Following a seven-month closure and now with a new look, Mitchelton has reopened doors to The Provedore, offering guests a secondary dining option at the expansive Mitchelton estate.
Indulge In Luxury
Attwoods Wines is an absolute gem of a property, hidden away in the Glenlyon hills, just 10 minutes from Daylesford.
Chocolate Is In
At Red Hill Estate, chocolate is the team’s second greatest passion, right behind the stunning Mornington Peninsula wines poured at the cellar door.
Simply More Than a Cellar Door
Housed within the confines of the 1880’s historic facade is a modern and contemporary cellar door and stunning art gallery space – upon entering the space you can almost feel the vibe instantly slip into one of relaxation.
In With The New
From a single plot on the Shay’s Flat vineyard in the Pyrenees wine region, M. Chapoutier Australia is delighted to announce the release of a new wine: the 2021 Shay’s Flat vineyard block A3 shiraz.
Fresh Picks
Kyneton Ridge Estate is pleased to share that its 2023 vintage has finally drawn to a close with the pressing of the winery’s 2023 Macedon Cabernet Sauvignon.
Blended & Bottled
Situated in the beautiful Goulburn Valley, Tahbilk is thrilled to announce their new and engaging winemaker blending experience. Established in 1860, the winery continues to pay homage to the tradition of old-world winemaking. Guided by an expert wine ambassador, the...
A Win For The Environment
Silver Spoon Estate is proud to be the worthy recipient of a 2021 Business Excellence Award in the Sustainable and Environmental category. This recognition is well earned by the team at Silver Spoon Estate who have dedicated the past thirteen years to reducing the...
The Grenache Revolution
With resilience, determination and a whole lot of hard work from the family-owned and managed Byronsvale Vineyard & Accommodation Bendigo, a new block has now been established. Despite the challenges of the past two years, with government forced lockdowns greatly...
Wine On The Street
Ellis Wines is proud to debut its urban cellar door located in the heart of Bendigo. Finding its home at 52 Garsed Street, Bendigo, Ellis Wines’ cellar door undertook major renovations during the COVID-19 lockdown and opened in August 2020 to an overwhelming positive...
The Stars Are Aligned
Sanguine Estate is delighted to be celebrating its twenty-first birthday vintage releases in 2022, with this year also commemorating the winery’s high honour of being named a Halliday Wine Companion Top 5 Red Star rated Winery. To be awarded this highest accolade, a...
Simply The Best
Wren Estate Heathcote Winery is proud to maintain its exceptional standard with its continued 5-star rating with the Halliday Wine Companion. Alongside that recognition, the winery was awarded Top 10 Best New Winery Award from Halliday Wine Companion in 2021, a...
Happy Campers
Already reflected by its status as a 5-star rated winery in the 2021 Halliday Wine Companion and its prominence as the largest commercial gallery of Aboriginal art in Australia, Mitchelton Wines consistently strives for excellence, and the winery’s latest venture is...
Part of the Family
Always seeking to elevate its impeccable status, M. Chapoutier is delighted to announce the launch of the M. Chapoutier Australia Wine Family and its increased selection of delectable food available at the cellar door. Synonymous with its world-renowned reputation as...
The Pinnacle of Perfection
Already renowned for its pristine location and immaculate wines, Lake Cooper Estate is currently planning the creation of a new cellar door and restaurant, with works even underway for individual accommodation units. Having garnered a strong reputation for its...
Twenty Years of Success
The Convent Gallery is an iconic Daylesford location, and its owner, Tina Banitska, is delighted to announce twenty years of success under her care. With an unending passion for arts, food, and wine, in the late 1970s Banitska spied the tower of the Holy Cross Convent...
Gin-erosity That Knows No Bounds
When you think of Rutherglen, images of gorgeous countryside, miles of manicured vines, and delectable wines spring to mind – perhaps the last thing to spring to mind is gin. However, as Buller Wines announces its new side project, Three Chain Road Gin, this is about...
Branching Out to New Leaves
Formerly known as Lynnevale Estate, the newly revamped Vin du Van Estate has recently opened under new management and is excited to offer a fresh perspective and new lease-on-life to its iconic Bendigo vineyard. The change of ownership has also brought about an...
Sip, Savour and Stroll at Tallis
Indulging in guided wine tastings and shared regional platters are not the only activities to experience at Tallis Wine’s cellar door. There is also an opportunity to wander the breath-taking Rock Correa walking track where individuals can take in spectacular 360˚...
Roots in the Industry
The owners of Sanguine Estate have made a remarkable winemaking ancestry discovery, dating back to the 1860s in Victoria. Owned- and -operated by the Hunter family, it was whilst reading a book on the history of winemaking in Victoria that Tony Hunter was introduced...
Nifty at Fifty
Red Edge is celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of its original vines planted in 1971, making it the oldest vineyard in the township of Heathcote. Such established vines are incredibly rare for most wineries, and Red Edge still utilises the fruit the vines bear to...
A Grape in the Hand is Worth Two in the Barrel
While many have been disappointed with this summer’s consistently cool climate, Glenwillow Wines is delighted by the optimal conditions for wine-production. Commencing grape picking for its 2021 vintage, Glenwillow Wines eagerly anticipates that this year may produce...
The Best of the Barrel
After an outstanding year of awards in the 2021 Halliday Wine Companion, receiving recognition for the likes of Top 10 Dark Horse Winery, Best of the Best, and 97-points for its Premium Shiraz, Ellis Wines have now opened Bendigo’s only urban cellar door - which can...
Bendigo’s Hidden Gem Takes Home Gold
Byronsvale Vineyard & Accommodation Bendigo has made a strong impression at the 2019 Victorian Wine Show, with judges awarding the winery a gold medal with an impressive 95 points for the Byronsvale 2017 Estate Shiraz. Byronsvale Vineyard & Accommodation...
A Fruitful Year
Undoubtedly a year unlike any other, 2020 has seen many businesses hard pressed to adapt their methodology to accommodate the unprecedented challenges presented to them. In a time of much uncertainty and turbulence, Black Wallaby Wines has continued to rise above...
Fifty Years and Still Sparkling
2021 marks fifty years of Anderson Winery’s very own Howard Anderson making impeccable sparkling wines. Starting his sparkling wine journey in 1971 with Seppelt’s Great Western, Howard spent fifteen years honing his skills, improving his knowledge, and gaining...
Tastes With A View
Yabby Lake Vineyard is proud to exhibit its fantastic cellar door, the perfect place to unwind with a glass of wine.
A Timeless Transformation
Wynnton Ridge has recently transformed the vineyard’s charming 100-year-old dairy into a cosy tasting room, making it one of the must-see wineries along the Mornington Peninsula.
Escape To Wellness
Sutherland Estate’s second accommodation tower has recently been renovated and is now available for visitors to stay and unwind, as they leave the busy city life behind and escape to this stunning vineyard retreat.
Going Organic
Stefani Estate is excited to announce that its highest vineyard site, ‘The View’ is currently in its third year of transitioning to become NASAA Certified Organic. The winery’s vineyards are planted across three unique sites, offering a variety of growing conditions,...
Merenda At Soumah
Fitting in with its strong Italian influences, Soumah of Yarra Valley now offers Merenda, an Italian tradition that translates to an afternoon snack or ‘the thing one deserves’, which is intended to fill the gap between lunch and dinner.
Sunday School
Prancing Horse Estate is pleased to reintroduce its inspiring and enlightening Wine and Food Series in 2021 – Sunday School – a fitting name, since for many wine enthusiasts, wine is close to a religion! The renewed program includes a range of subjects such as...
Celebrating Forty Splendid Years
Narkoojee is proud to have celebrated its fortieth anniversary in 2020, sending the winery on a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
Immersed In Countryside Perfection
Mantons Creek Estate is proud to introduce several new wines to its stunning collection.
A Pinot An-noir-versary
Mandala Wines’ Yarra Junction Pinot Noir vineyard has been producing beautiful fruit and stunning wines for twenty-one years; an anniversary worthy of celebrating.
A Bold Combination
As a producer of many fantastic wines, Eldridge Estate is particularly proud of its PTG, a unique blend of pinot noir and gamay that is released in October each year, with its 2021 release expected to be another winner.
Glassware Spanning Generations
2021 is a year of celebration as RIEDEL commemorates a momentous occasion: 265 years as family-owned business.
A Match Made In Heaven
Red Hill Estate and Max’s Restaurant make the perfect pairing, just like Romeo and Juliet or Sonny and Cher.
A Happy Harvest
Ocean Eight has had a standout vintage for 2021, delighted to deliver excellent quality varieties for its guests and locals along the Mornington Peninsula, with a particular focus on chardonnay and pinot noir.
Off The Beaten Track
Medhurst Wines’ cellar door and restaurant have undergone a stunning transformation, making it the Yarra Valley location-to-be.
A Moment To Wine
With more than sixty years of experience in the design and manufacture of appliances for domestic, commercial, pharmaceutical and biomedical applications, Liebherr is proud to introduce the Monolith Wine Cabinet to the Australian market.
A Taste of Spain
Del Rios of Mt Anakie’s restaurant and cellar door is perched above the vineyards with the extinct volcano Mt Anakie sitting behind it.
Four Families Continue a Legacy
Established in 1921, Buller Wines blends a century of tradition with contemporary winemaking practices to create exceptional wines. The winery is currently co-owned by four local families – Gerald Judd is a sixth generation local and has been at Buller Wines since 2013.
The Tallis Silent Showman
The Tallis Silent Showman range is now sporting a striking new look designed by Marilyn & Sons in Melbourne.These wines are named in honour of Sir George Tallis, who arrived in Melbourne in 1886 as a seventeen-year-old Irish immigrant with just fourteen shillings...
The Season For Schnapps
2020 will see the construction of a new cellar door at Delatite Wines, as well as a restaurant and blending room close to the current winery.
Epicurean Enigma
As the Bellarine gains increasing awareness as an award-winning epicurean hub and wine region, Jack Rabbit Vineyard is stepping up.
Locals Know Stuff
Visit any town, city or region, in any country in the world and keep an eye out for where the locals gravitate.
Heavy Hitters
Yes said the Seal, located on the spectacular Bellarine Peninsula, is one to seek out.
Seductive Pinot Noir
With a recent planting of pinot noir, Gippsland’s Narkoojee Winery and Restaurant is now home to twelve clones of pinot noir
Glamping Amongst the Vines
Terindah Estate is excited to announce the relaunch of its Glamping Amongst the Vines program, which is in collaboration with Twilight Glamping.
Vivacious Varietals
What a stellar year 2019 proved to be at Scotchmans Hill, with the development of the estate and further plantings within the vineyards.
Underground Dining
The historic Seppelt is home to the longest underground cellars in the Southern Hemisphere. It was in 1864 when Joseph Best began the excavation process of the cellars.
Vinous Journey
Traverse along the Midland Highway and just north west of Geelong, you’ll find Clyde Park nestled in the stunning Moorabool Valley wine region.
Nurtured To Perfection
Oakdene is still celebrating its successes from the 2019 Geelong Wine Show, taking home two of the events’ coveted trophies with consistently high-performing wines.
Winery Of Champions
This year brings forth exciting news at Grampians Estate with the major redevelopment of its cellar door.
The Complete Package
Witchmount Estate Winery has something for everyone; from four-legged friends to vegans and vegetarians.
Amassing Accolades
The Taltarni 2015 Blanc de Blancs continues to bring home accolades internationally and from across Australia.
A Budding Space
Spurred by a growing number of visitors and members, Summerfield is currently in the process of an exciting new expansion, with plans underway to further extend the restaurant and cellar door area.
An Australian Twist On European Cuisine
The Tokar Estate restaurant has been re-vamped, with major renovations transforming the entire estate. The new aesthetic invites visitors to relax, while still offering a premium dining experience.
Medhurst Reserve Only The Best
Medhurst Wines is located on the western edge of the Warramate Hills in the centre of the famous Yarra Valley wine region.
Mandala Has A Go At Pinot Grigio
Located in the iconic Yarra Valley, Mandala Wines is renowned for its award-winning pinot noirs and chardonnays, but that doesn’t mean the team don’t love to try new things.
Bucolic Sunset Sessions
Helen & Joey Estate is taking advantage of daylight savings – keeping the doors open later on Saturdays so that visitors can enjoy the serene sunsets.
The Sunday School
Prancing Horse Estate’s team are the organic and biodynamic winemaking pioneers of the Mornington Peninsula.
Thirty And Thriving
Red Hill Estate celebrated its thirtieth birthday in 2019. 2020 will be the year that it gets bigger and better!
A Taste Of History
While cruising down the Mornington Peninsula for a long weekend, be sure to spare some time to visit Wynnton Ridge Vineyard.
The Pursuit of Excellence
Established in 1969, Mitchelton Wines has recently celebrated fifty years since the first vines were planted on its Nagambie Estate by entrepreneur Ross Shelmerdine and dedicated industry expert Colin Preece. Today, the winery is known for its spectacular surrounds of...