Top 10 wineries in Victoria

Montalto is a renowned winery located on the picturesque Mornington Peninsula in Victoria. As a Halliday Red Five Star winery, Montalto produces exceptional wines that showcase the unique qualities of their cool-climate and coastal vineyards. Led by a talented winemaking team, Montalto offers three distinct labels that represent the diverse characteristics of the vineyards. From the elegant Single Vineyard wines to the harmonious Montalto range and the approachable Pennon Hill wines, there's something to suit every palate.

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Experience warm Italian hospitality and great wine at the infamous De Bortoli Wines - Yarra Valley. At the Cellar Door, indulge in a premium wine tasting experience, where you'll discover the story and winemaking techniques behind the De Bortoli family's iconic Yarra Valley wines. The estate’s renowned restaurant, Locale, is the vision of Emeri De Bortoli, who passionately crafts northern Italian-inspired dishes using fresh local produce. From homemade pasta to skilfully cooked risotto, the menu reflects the De Bortoli family's philosophy of sharing good food and wine with loved ones. 

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All Saints Estate's newly renovated Cellar Door offers a modernised tasting experience with a large wrap-around bar and three premium tasting options. All Saints Estate's winemaking philosophy embraces the unique soil, Murray River, climate, and fruit to create handcrafted wines reflecting their origin. Antique vines, over 85 years old, draw out the essence of the location, resulting in concentrated harvests.

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Paringa Estate, renowned for its consecutive Chef Hats and numerous wine awards, stands as a premier destination for food and wine enthusiasts. The experienced Cellar Door staff will expertly guide you through a tasting while offering a captivating view of the winery from the restaurant's windows. Recognised as the 'Best Cellar Door' in 2017 and 'Best Large Cellar Door' in 2020 by the Gourmet Traveller WINE awards, the Estate and Single Vineyard Pinot Noir wines are not to be missed. 

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From the moment visitors arrive at Pt. Leo Estate, they are greeted with breathtaking ocean views, sprawling vineyards, and captivating art installations that create an enchanting atmosphere. With Phillip Island on the horizon, guests are immersed in the beauty of the 50-acre vineyard and the expansive 16-acre Sculpture Park. At the heart of Pt. Leo Estate is the vineyard, where Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and Shiraz grapes are carefully cultivated to produce wines of exceptional quality. This exclusive retreat was once part of a historic 450-acre property that has been cherished by the Cole family since the Federation in 1901.

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With a commitment to allowing each vineyard site to express its unique character, Shadowfax Winery listens to the needs of the grapes, vines, and soil to create exceptional wines. One of their remarkable vineyard sites is located in Little Hampton, Macedon Ranges. Sitting at a cool elevation of 730m, this vineyard showcases deep red volcanic loams over basalt outcrops, resulting in a harmonious blend of aromatics and power. With Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris as their flagships, Shadowfax continues to explore new possibilities with Chardonnay and additional Pinot clones. 

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