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The rolling hills of the Yarra Valley are home to over
30 wineries.
Many of them offer tastings, tours, fine meals in
their restaurants and magnificent views.
The wineries listed here from this region were winners
of the Best Of Wine Tourism awards. |
Domain Chandon
In 1987, Domaine Chandon planted its first vines in the
picturesque Yarra Valley. The fifty hectare vineyard was planted with
traditional Champagne varieties -- Chardonnay (50%), Pinot Noir (45%), and
Pinot Meunier (5%).
The winery opened to the public in February 1991. The
original homestead, built around 1880, was renovated and the winery was
built next door. The architecture is a unique combination of French
heritage and modern Australian style. The Green Point Room, where public
and private tastings are held, overlooks the most seductive views in the
Yarra Valley. Over 80,000 visitors from around the world come to Domaine
Chandon.
www.chandon.com |
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Balgownie Estate Vineyard
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The newly established Balgownie Estate Vineyard sits high on the hill at Yarra Glen in Melbourne's Yarra Valley and
commands one of the best views in the region.
Enjoy Balgownie Estate's award winning wines at the Cellar Door and
dine in the Restaurant offering simple yet elegant dishes to tempt the
taste buds. The Natskin Spa Retreat is the perfect indulgent escape.
Balgownie Estate Vineyard Resort & Spa is an unrivalled location
for business meetings, conferences and private celebrations. The Estate
amenities complement a truly impressive function space.
www.balgownieestate.com.au
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TarraWarra Estate
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TarraWarra Estate is a 400 hectare property on a prime site at the warm
eastern end of the Yarra Valley. This idyllic location affords
breathtaking views and the Estate is considered one of the Yarra Valley's
and Victoria's premier attractions.
The Estate embodies the vision of Marc and Eva Besen to produce premium
wines of great quality and integrity amidst a location of beauty and
welcome.
Visitors to TarraWarra Estate can enjoy well matched food and wine in
the stylish WineBar/Cafe or view the extensive collection of modern
Australian art housed in the adjoining TarraWarra Museum of Art.
www.tarrawarra.com.au |
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Yering Station
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Yering Station is set on the site of the Valley’s
first vineyard planted in 1838 and it is now one of the most impressive
stops on any Yarra Valley tour. The new winery/restaurant/wine bar must be
seen to be believed – great views, delicious food and excellent service
combine for quite a package. The wines are all good and the Yarrabank
sparkling is one of the country’s finest.
www.yering.com |
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De Bortoli Winery
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De Bortoli is where the family philosophy of great wine, food and friends
has come together in a magnificent setting only one hour's drive from
Melbourne.
The Great Dividing Range provides a spectacular backdrop to the 162
hectare vineyard with some of the oldest vines in the area. It is from
here that De Bortoli captures the elegance of cool climate Yarra Valley
wines.
Visitors are most welcome to the property to taste the wines in Cellar
Door Sales or to enjoy a glass or two with some delicious Italian-style
food in the restaurant. For those wanting to learn more in a friendly environment, De Bortoli
offer informative tastings and daily winery tours.
www.debortoli.com.au
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For more information about the wineries of Yarra
Valley visit:
www.yarravalleywine.com |
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