I grew up in Healesville, and did a little bit of summer work in vineyards, starting in '91. In '99 I started working in wineries full time. I only occasionally look back and wonder 'what was I thinking?'
Giant Steps is a privately owned, estate based, Yarra Valley grower and winemaker. Giant Steps has forged a reputation for delivering some of Australia’s most consistent, over-performing, Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs.
Stefani Estate is situated in the heart of the Yarra Valley and produces elegant Italian varietals such Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Pinot Blanc, as well as the renown Yarra Valley Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Our aim is to truly reflect the potential of the Serrat vineyard site in our wine. Therefore, we decided to plant at 8,800 vines/hectare, more than four times the average density.
Situated in a picturesque hillside setting at Dixons Creek, Steels Gate Cellar Door and Restaurant is located just 60km from the heart of Melbourne; comprised of two hand-crafted boutique vineyards within the Yarra Valley.
Nillumbik Estate’s range of rustic gourmet pizzas and platters have been crafted to perfectly match our wine and are made from local organic produce, some of which is grown on site. John’s family have been making wine for generations in Italy...
Rochford Winery in the heart of Victoria’s Yarra Valley is more than just a winery – it is a total experience! Often identified with the iconic Australian “Day On the Green” music festivals, Rochford Winery is situated in one of the most...
In 1973 Dr Bailey Carrodus released the first commercial vintage of wine from the Yarra Valley since 1923. The wines reflect this highly individual man, the site he chose so carefully, and the vagaries of the seasons in which they are produced.
Please visit our cellar door and sample our awarded wines. Both indoor and outdoor seating is available and we have air conditioning in summer and a fire place in winter.
"Wine is made in the vineyard" so the approach to winemaking is of minimal handling. The grapes are harvested by hand according to fruit flavours at about 13 degrees baume. The grapes have little or no filtration. Only French oak is used with a...