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Wineries

Located against the backdrop of the spectacular ranges of the Grampians National Park is one of Australia’s most historical and acclaimed wine regions. The proximity of the Grampians contributes to cool climate viticulture and results in wines with intense variety. The individual character of these fine wines is available for sampling and sales at any of the cellar doors. Self-drive or take a guided tour.

Vine history

It was the turbulent gold era that spawned the vineyards and wineries of the Grampians region. Settlers Blampied and Jean Pierre Trouette planted vines near Great Western in 1863 and by 1867 were winning awards in England, France and America. By the turn of the century there were thousands of acres under vine. Seppelt Winery and Best’s Wines, both of Great Western, began in the 1860s.

Wines of the Region

Over recent years winemakers of the Grampians region have been increasingly acknowledged by respected wine writers and wine judges as producing some of Australia’s finest quality wines.

Renowned for spicy and peppery Shiraz and crisp, fruity Reislings, the region also produces a diverse range of varietals including Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chardonnay plus new plantings of Pinot Gris and Semillion.

The winemakers of the Grampians are dedicated to the making of fine wines, a combination of art and skill that reveals itself in every bottle.

 



Wineries in the region

Best's Wines

Five generations of award-winning wines.
The cellar door – the original 1869 red gum slab stables, the hand dug cellars and the 1860s Nursery Block plantings are all significant pieces of local history. The Thomsons and their team always have a warm welcome in store. Features - tastings and sales, a self-guided cellar walk, picnic area, gourmet pantry produce, ample parking and is wheelchair friendly.
Cellar door: Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 11am to 4pm.

111 Best’s Rd, Great Western
T 03 5356 2250
W bestswines.com
E info@bestswines.com

DogRock Winery

Located in the hills behind Crowlands, 25 kilometres east of Ararat, the winery and vineyards are part of the Pyrenees wine growing region. Wines include Sparkling Red, Riesling, Shiraz and Tempranillo.

 

 

114 Degraves Road, Crowlands
T 0409 280 317
W dogrock.com.au

Donovan Wines

Premium Grampians wines.
Donovan Wines welcomes visitors to the Cellar Door for wine tastings (Shiraz, Sparkling Wine, etc.) and sales. Open weekends and public holidays 11am to 5pm.

 


Cnr Stephenson St and Western Hwy, Great Western
T/F 03 5356 2482

Fratin Brothers Vineyard

Boutique winery using traditional winemaking methods
to produce award-winning Shiraz, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, capturing the intense flavours of the vineyard. Open 11am-5pm 7 days.

 

Byron Road, Ararat
T/F 03 5352 3322
E: fratinbrothers@netconnect.com.au

Garden Gully, Grampians Wine and Produce

Look out for our Scarecrows on display in April and May.







Offers visitors:

  • cellar door tastings and sales of award winning Garden Gully, Grampians Estate and Westgate wines;
  • sales of olive oil from Great Western Olives;
  • espresso coffee, light snacks and cheese platters;
  • electric barbecue facility;
    large range of selected local produce.

1477 Western Hwy, Great Western
Watch for the red flags
T 03 5356 2400
W gardengully.com.au Open daily 11am-4pm

The Gap Vineyard

Indulge in art by local artists and fine wine under the backdrop of the Mount William ranges.
Amongst our range sample estate grown Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling as well as a selected range of Mount Langi Ghiran wines.


Barbeque, picnic and playground facilities available.

Cellar door:
Less than 5 kms from Halls Gap. Open Wednesday to Sunday and daily during school and public holidays 10am to 5pm.

Ararat-Halls Gap Rd, (minutes from)
Halls Gap
T 03 5356 4252
E sales@langi.com.au W www.langi.com.au

Grampians Estate

Produces premium shiraz and chardonnay wines from its vineyard on the eastern slopes of the Grampians. The wines are available for tasting at Garden Gully Grampians Wine and Produce.


Cellar Door:
1477 Western Hwy, Great Western
W grampiansestate.com.au

Grampians Pyrenees Winery Tours

The ULTIMATE way to visit the local wineries — private and personal.
Dont miss out on a great day out. Half and full day tours available.

 

 

T 03 5352 5075
W grampians@pyreneestours.com.au

Kimbarra Wines

Established in the 1970s, the Leeke family vineyards are located 5kms east of Great Western, proudly producing award-winning Riesling, Cabernet and Shiraz under the watchful eye of winemaker Ian McKenzie.


422 Barkly St, Ararat
T 03 5352 2238
W kimbarrawines.com.au

Montara Winery

Handcrafted Wines.
Enjoy the Montara cellar door experience in spectacular surroundings with estate grown wines, just 3kms south of Ararat. Open Friday to Sunday 11am to 4pm, for Cellar Door tastings and sales.

76 Chalambar Rd, Ararat
T 03 5352 3868
W montara.com.au

Mount Cole WineWorks

‘Off the beaten track’, 8kms from Langi Ghiran winery, and 22kms from Ararat, producing premium Shiraz. Cellar door open holidays or appointment.

Sales by mail order or website mountcolewineworks.com.au


197 Mount Cole Rd, Warrak
T 03 5354 3216

Mount Langi Ghiran

Nestled between two dramatically beautiful mountain ranges, discover the vineyards of Mount Langi Ghiran.
The spectacular granite cliffs and surrounding views create the perfect backdrop for sampling our iconic ‘Langi’ Shiraz, other acclaimed reds and crisp fresh Riesling and Pinot Gris. Group catering available upon request.

Cellar door:
Open weekdays 9am to 5pm, weekends and public holidays 10am to 5pm.

80 Vine Rd, Bayindeen (20kms east of Ararat)
T 03 5354 3207
T 03 5354 3277
E sales@langi.com.au
W www.langi.com.au

Mount Stapylton Vineyard

International award-winning Shiraz.
The Mount Stapylton Vineyard was first planted in 2002 and has now produced three high quality vintages.
The 2006 Mount Stapylton Shiraz won a silver medal (best in class) at the 2007 International Wine and Spirit Competition in London.
For sales of the 2005 and 2006 Mount Stapylton Shiraz visit our website www.mtsv.com.au.
No cellar door.

1212 Northern Grampians Rd, Laharum
T 0425 713 044
W mtsv.com.au
E howards@smartchat.net.au

Norton Estate

Some of the region’s finest wines. Rated 5 stars: James Halliday’s 2007 Wine Companion. 10km SW of Horsham between Grampians and Mt Arapiles.

Cellar door (sales + tastings): 10am-5pm Wed-Sunday.


758 Plush Hannan Rd, Lower Norton
P/F 03 5384 8235
W nortonestate.com.au

Seppelt Great Western Winery

Experience the Shafthouse Cellar Door at the award winning Seppelt Great Western Winery. Tour the heritage listed historic underground drives, taste wines drawn from our local vineyards. Enjoy a picnic lunch at the winery’s beautiful grounds. Under cover barbecue facilities.
Cellar Door sales and tastings:
Mon to Sun 10am-5pm. Closed Christmas Day.
Guided tours: Mon to Sat 11am and 2pm. Sunday (Victorian school and public holidays only). Bookings preferred.

Moyston Rd, Great Western
T 03 5361 2239
F 03 5361 2328
W seppelt.com.au