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Our Taste of Gold region has a perfect cool climate that gently ripens grapes to fully develop the rich colour, aroma and flavour necessary to produce outstanding fine wines.
 
 
 

Our Vineyard and Winery members - near to 40 vignerons and winemakers toil in the Taste of Gold region representing a fabulous cross section of wine styles and individual characteristics.

The nature of the soils, some basaltic and some granitic, limits the crop size, which concentrates the flavours in the grapes to achieve premium quality. Visit the cellar doors, one of the regular Farmers Markets or the many local Restaurants to drink, meet and talk real wine with our real wine people.

 

Barfold Estate
Super-premium wines from fruit grown in the SW Heathcote region, rustic farm setting. Intense colour and flavour achieved through slow ripening, minimal intervention, handcrafted winemaking, deliver power and complexity.
Location: 57 School Road, Barfold 3444
Phone: (03) 5423 4225
Email: sales@barfoldestate.com.au
Web: www.barfoldestate.com.au
Open: Everyday 10-6pm and by appointment

Basalt Ridge
Located 2 minutes from Malmsbury, Basalt Ridge produces the highest quality, award-winning, cool climate wines. Come and enjoy the superb views, yummy food and, of course, great wines.
Location: 199 Zig Zag Road, Drummond North 3461
Phone: (03) 5423 9108
Open: Weekends & Public Holidays 10-5pm or by appointment

Birthday Villa
Located in the heart of Malmsbury, Birthday Villa is a boutique vineyard planted in 1968. It produces Gewurztraminer and Cabernet Sauvignon award winning wines, made at Bendigo TAFE by winemaker Greg Dedman.
Location: Lot 2 Campbell Street, Malmsbury 3446
Phone: (03) 5423 2789
Email: birthdayvilla@westnet.com.au
Open: Visit by appointment

Blackjack Wines
Beautiful in every season, Blackjack's vineyards offer a friendly welcome, a chance to taste some excellent award winning full-bodied reds and talk about the joys and despairs of grape growing and wine making in historic Harcourt.
Location: Calder Highway, Harcourt
Phone/Fax: (03) 5474 2355
Email:  ian@blackjackwines.com.au
Website: www.blackjackwines.com.au
Open: Weekends & Public Holidays 11-5pm

Bress - Wine, Cider & Produce
Visit the newly awarded 5 Star rated Bress Winery and taste the artisan crafted wines and ciders. Light lunches featuring local produce are served in very picturesque surrounds at the base of Mount Alexander.
Location: 3894 Calder Highway, Harcourt
Phone/Fax: (03) 5474 2262/(03) 54742553
Email: 
bress@bress.com.au 
Web:
www.bress.com.au
Open: Weekends & Public Holidays from 11-5pm or by chance.  Buses strictly by appointment.

Chaperon Wines At ‘Grange Hill’ Winery
Winemakers Russel Clarke & Angelina Chaperon
Handcrafted wines from non-irrigated estate grown vines, including traditional bush vines. 'Explore living history while tasting the ward-winning products of this historic site.' Ralph Kyte-Powell, Wine Regions of Victoria 2007
Location: Gallaghers Lane/Brooms Lane off the Maldon/Bridgewater Road, Eastville, 19km from Maldon
Phone: (03) 5435 7427
Email: info@chaperon.com.au
Web: www.chaperon.com.au 
Open: 10 am to 5pm Weekends & public holidays
or by appointment.

Chapple’s Cairn Curran Estate
Our estate is located 4km along a country lane midway between the historical towns of Maldon and Newstead. Our award winning shiraz is available at the cellar door.
Location: 329 Seers Road. Welshmans Reef
Phone/fax: (03) 5475 1039
Email: kidston@netlink.com.au
Website: www.chapplewine.com
Open: Cellar door open 11 till 5 most days`

Charlotte Plains Vineyard
Your hosts Ian and Vera Kemp, at their boutique vineyard, produce high quality shiraz and sparkling shiraz wines. Cellar door open by appointment on weekends, public and school holidays - picnic and BBQ facilities available.
Location: 368 Dooleys Rd, Maryborough, 3465  
Phone: (03) 5461 3137
Mobile:  0429 414 797
Email: chplains@bigpond.com 
 

Coliban Valley Wines

Trophy winning, estate grown, hand-crafted wines of intense colour, aroma and flavour. Sustainable, organic principles are applied to our dry grown Cabernet, Merlot and Shiraz.
Location: Metcalfe-Redesdale Road, Metcalfe 3448, 4 km from Metcalfe 
Phone: 0417 312 098
Fax:  (03) 9813 3895
Email: coliban@bigpond.net.au
Website: www.colibanvalleywines.com.au
Open: Weekends 10-5pm

Eddington Rise
Direct purchase of wines by phone from your host Kelvin Noonan.  The Shiraz and Semillon grapes of this small undulating vineyard are grown near Eddington.  The flavoursome wines made by Ron Snep of Welshman's Reef are fruit driven and mouth filling. 
Phone: 0408 578 141
Email: kelvin_noonan@bigpond.com


Fairbank & Sutton Grange Wines

Sutton Grange Winery is home of Fairbank Wines producing Estate grown syrah, cabernet, viognier, rose and the Estate label the ultimate expression of the Sutton Grange terroir. Light lunches using local produce are served at the winery.
Location: Carnochan's Lane, Sutton Grange 3448
Phone: (03) 5474 8277
Fax:   (03) 5474 8294
Email: wines@suttongrangewines.com
Website: www.suttongrangewines.com
Open: Weekends & Public Holidays 11am-5pm

Fryerstown Road Vineyard
This estate produces quality cool climate table wines. Varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Merlot, Malbec, Chardonnay and Semillon which are estate grown on old vines, vintaged and bottled.
Location: Fryerstown Road Taradale 3447
Phone: (03) 5423 2641
Open: Weekends 10-6pm and by appointment

Glenwillow Vineyard
The Glenwillow Vineyard near Newstead produces quality Shiraz, Cabenet Sauvignon and Nebbiolo Wines for sale by Direct mail or through Internet orders.  No Cellar door sales
Phone/Fax: (03) 5434 1247
Email:  peterf@glenwillow.com.au
Web: www.glenwillow.com.au
Free Delivery within region.

Grace Devlin Wines
One of the most southerly wineries of the Heathcote wine region. Estate grown Merlot and Cabernet from 14 year old vines. Naturally made wines with minimum preservative added.
Location: 52 Siddles Road Redesdale 3444
Phone: (03) 5425 3101
Email: mtloft@netcon.net.au
Open: By appointment

Harcourt Valley Vineyard
Harcourt's oldest commercial winery is often referred to as the 'Jewel in the Crown'. The sweeping river red gums and rustic granite cellars make this venue a must visit.  Award winning wines including the infamous 'Barbara's Shiraz' will put a smile on any astute palate. The 2005 Riesling won peoples choice at Federation Square in June 2006. We are on the Calder and open 7 days a week.  All our fruit is Estate grown, including our very own olive oil.

Location: Calder Highway, Harcourt
Phone/Fax: (03) 5474 2223

Email: enjoywine@harcourtvalley.com.au
Website: www.harcourtvalley.com.au
Open: Every day 11-6pm

Harmony Row
A large friendly cellar door and function centre. Parties, weddings, anniversaries, Sunday concerts etc.  Music most Saturdays. Premium wines available at cellar door.

Location: 362 Piper's Creek-Pastoria Road, Pastoria, 3444
Phone: (03) 5423 5286
Fax:  (03) 5423 5280

Email: harmonyrowvineyard@bigpond.com.au
Website: www.harmonyrowvineyard.com.au
Open: Weekends 10-5pm and by appointment

Jindarra Springs
Just 25 minutes south of Bendigo, the Harcourt Hills provide the magnificent views you might expect from the name which means 'high place'. Taste good quality reds, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon, enjoy a platter or light lunch and take in the views.

Location: 191 Fenton Drive, Harcourt North, 
Phone: (03) 5439 6206
Email: jindarrasprings@bigpond.com  
Website: www.jindarrasprings.com.au
Open: Weekends, public holidays and by appointment

Kyneton Ridge Estate (and B&B accommodation)
Award winning wine, modern cellar door with seating for light gourmet refreshments under the sails or by our fire. Cellar door available for functions. Rose gardens with AAAHHHHH B&B
Location: 90 Blackhill School Road (via Halloran's Lane), Kyneton 3444
Phone: (03) 5422 7377  Mob. 0409 017 310
Email: enquiries@kynetonridge.com.au
Web: www.kynetonridge.com.au
Open: Weekends 10-6pm and by appointment

Laanecoorie Vineyard
Your hosts John and Rosa McQuilten have achieved James Halliday four and a half star ratings for their full bodied, intense Bordeaux blend and Shiraz wines. The vpicturesque vineyard adjoins State Forest and overlooks rolling plains to Mt. Hooghly.
Location: 4834 Bendigo-Maryborough Road, Betley (15kms from Maryborough towards Bendigo)
Phone: (03) 5468 7260
Email: laanecoorievineyard@activ8.net.au 
    
Open: Cellar door open weekends 10am to 4pm and by appointment 

Lake Cairn Curran Vineyard
Estate grown elegant chardonnay, pinot noir, shiraz and sparkling wines from hand worked organic vines. Vineyard established 1987 at historic Tarrengower Run c.1840 with new winery cellar door adjoining the Reservoir.
Location: 'Park Hill', Leathbridge Road, Welshmans Reef
Phone/fax: 03 5476 2523
Email: info@lakecairncurranvineyard.com.au   
Website: www.lakecairncurranvineyard.com.au
Open: Cellar door by appointment 
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Langanook Wines
Matt Hunter has carved out a quality reputation for his wines at wine shows in Australia and overseas with acclaimed Cabernet blends, Shiraz and Chardonnay/Viognier wines - and all from an amazing 2 hectare vineyard. Well worth the visit to the Cellar Door for great wines and fabulous scenery.
Location: 91 McKittericks Road, off the Faraday-Sutton Grange Road, Sutton Grange.
Phone/Fax: (03) 5474 8250
Email: matt.hunter@langanookwines.com.au 
Website: www.langanookwines.com.au
Open: Cellar Door sales 12 to 4 (5pm during daylight saving). Weekends & Public Holidays & by appointment.

Limestone Track Vineyard
Established in 1989 and producing high quality fruit for shiraz and cabernet sauvignon wines. The wines display berry characters unique to the region which can be enjoyed on any occasion. Product available at Guildford Family Hotel and other Taste of Gold outlets in the region.
Location: 48 Limestone Track, Guildford
Phone: (03) 5476 4266
Fax: (03) 5476 4436
Email: limestonetrack@bigpond.com
Open: 10am to 5 pm most weekdays (please ring first) & weekends by appointment.

Lord Malmsbury Vineyard
Aged wines - Sparkling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Classic Red - only from estate grown grapes, plus grape sauce.
Location: 1286 Calder Highway Malmsbury 3446
Phone: 0417 325 773
Email: 
tba
Not open for public sales.

Maldon Heritage Winery
On the shores of Cairn Curran Reservoir. Established in 2000, this small specialist winery produces mainly shiraz using traditional wine making techniques, crushing between 10 and 15 tonnes a year. Customer feedback assures quality at realistic prices.
Location: 217 Whitlock’s Road, Maldon
Phone: Mob. 0438 752 711
Email: maldonheritagewinery@bigpond.com

Moonlight Estate
Induge in the wines of Moonlight Estate's rich bold reds and soft clear whites, produced from fruit of this historic vineyard by your hosts, the Delladova and Fryar families.  Pick olives in season from the 150 year old tree. 
Location: 54 Rudrym Road, Moonlight Flat, via Maryborough (off Pyrenees Highway)
Phone: (03) 5461 3976 or 0438 843 729
Email: dellava@bigpond.net.au
Open: Weekends or by appointment

Mount Alexander Winery
Mount Alexander Winery is located in an ideal position on the north-eastern slopes of Mount Alexander. The fruit is hand picked and delivered direct to the winery for processing where fermentation vats are hand plunged and the marc is basket pressed to maximise the intensity and varietal characteristics of the fruit.
Location: 410 Harcourt Road, Sutton Grange, 3448
Phone/Fax: (03) 5474 2567
Email:  butterflycrossing@bigpond.com
Web: www.mawine.com.au

Open: Weekends & Public Holidays, 11-5pm or by appointment.

Nuggetty Vineyard
Located 4kms from Maldon. Enjoy tastings of our award winning wines overlooking vineyards. Picnic and BBQ facilities available. Pétanque piste.
Location: 280 Maldon-Shelbourne Road, Nuggetty
Phone: (03) 5475 1347
Fax: (03) 5475 1647
Email: info@nuggettyvineyard.com.au
Open: 10am - 4pm Weekends & public holidays

Parkins Reef Estate
Situated near the banks of Lake Cairn Curran, Parkins Reef Estate is close to Maldon. Our wines are hand-crafted, enhancing the true varietal characteristics and are available from many outlets in Central Victoria.
Location: 220 Whitlocks Road, Maldon
Mob: 0425 326 332
Email: parkinsreef@bigpond.com  
Open: By appointment - free delivery within Victoria

Pengally Lane Wines
Pengally Lane Wines offer an excellent range of value for money wines to the trade and public.
Location: PO Box 8, Newstead
Phone: (03) 5476 2339
Email: parkinsreef@onlinewine.com.au
Web: www.onlinewine.com.au  
Contact Darryl O'Bryan 
No cellar door, please order online or by phone

Redesdale Estate
Old vines, cool climate and passion have produced estate-grown, hand-crafted, 5 Star (James Halliday) wines showing intense pure fruit. hand picked olives produce one of the top two extra virgin olive oils in Australia.
Location: North Redesdale Road, Redesdale 3444
Phone: (03) 5425 3236
Fax:  (03) 5425 3122
Email: spwilliams@redesdale.com
Web: www.redesdale.com
Open: Cellar door sales welcome by appointment

Romantic Vineyard
Your hosts Dave Mitchell and Renee DeRobertis are open for lunch and dinner Friday, Saturday and Sunday from noon until late.  Tasting Room, gourmet restaurant and accommodation.  Restaurant also available for private parties and events.
Location: 2280 Lillicur Road, Amherst (just 9km from Talbot)
Phone: (03) 5463 2468 or 0407 632 468
Web: www.romanticvineyard.com

Open: By appointment or take a chance

Rosebery Hill
12 km from Kyneton, 24 year old, non-irrigated vines grown on the ideal northerly slope. A Bordeaux blend, barrel and bottle aged for a minimum of 4 years before release.
Location: 156 Pipers Creek–Pastoria Road, Pipers Creek, 3444
Phone: (03) 5423 5253
Email: cloud9@cirruscomms.com.au
Open: By appointment or take a chance

Faraday Wine Company P/L trading as Sheer Drop Wines
Sheer Drop Wines are grown and crafted on the granite soils of Mt Alexander. The vineyard are situated on elevated slopes with magnificent views to Mt Macedon, Mt Tarrengower and Mt Franklin. Grape varieties include Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Grigio. The Sheer Drop vineyards are located just 12km from Castlemaine, home to mnay renowned visual and performing artists.  The distinctive work of painter Katharina Rapp is showcased on the Sheer Drop label.
Private tastings and funtions in our spectacular vineyard can be arranged by appointment.
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Location: 207 Faraday-Sutton Grange Road, Faraday 3451
Phone: (03) 5474 3077  Mob.  0417 244 410
Fax: (03) 5474 3277
Email: sheerdrop@bigpond.com
Website: www.sheerdropwines.com.au
Winery Owners: Garth Doolan and Joanne Clifford, no cellar door facilities at present.

Sir Lance's Lot Vineyard/Winery
As part of our motel complex, this small vineyard on the Pyrenees Highway produces Shiraz, Cabernet and Pinot Noir wines. The wines reflect characteristics of the granite belt around Mt. Moolort. 
Location: 85 Simpsons Road (Pyrenees Highway), Carisbrook 3464
Phone: (03) 5464 2334
Email: sirlanceslot@bigpond.com.au
 
Open: Cellar door - 9am to 8pm 7 days a week

Tipperary Hill Estate Winery
A small family vineyard run by Margaret and Paul Flowers (winemaker) Tipperary Hill uses simple hand operated techniques to produce soft, mouth filling, full-bodied wines from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir and Shiraz grapes. 
Location: 32 Alma-Bowenvale Road, Alma via Maryborough
Phone: (03) 5461 3312
Email: tipphill@bigpond.net.au  
 
Open: Cellar door - Weekends 10am to 5pm, Weekdays by chance

Tarrangower Estate
Home of the ‘Revolutionary's Chardonnay'. Family operated boutique vineyard and winery with Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay grapes. Naturally made fine wines that have character, complexity and are food friendly.
Location: 17 Baldry Street, Malmsbury 3446
Phone: (03) 5423 2088
Email: tarrangower_estate@aapt.net.au
Open: Weekends 10-5pm or by appointment

Welshmans Reef Vineyard
Located in a contemporary mudbrick building in a beautiful box-ironbark forest setting. Producers of elegant full bodied full flavoured wines - semillon, chardonnay, merlot, cabernet sauvignon and shiraz.
Location: Maldon/Newstead Rd, Welshmans Reef
Phone: (03) 5476 2733
Fax: (03) 5476 2537
Email: info@welshmansreef.com
Website: www.welshmansreef.com
Open: 10am-5pm weekends & public holidays,
other times by appointment.

Yandoit Hill Vineyard
Established in 1988 at Yandoit Creek, 20kms north west of Daylesford, with a reputation for fine wines since settlement by Italian immigrants in the 1860s. Specialising in Italian varietals.
Location: Nevens Road, Yandoit Creek
Phone: Mob. 0428 177 915
Open: Cellar door by appointment only
Winemakers: Colin and Rosa Mitchell

Zig Zag Wines
Award-winning wines produced from unirrigated 32 year old Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz and 12 year old Riesling vines. Picturesque views. Cheese platters and dips available.
Location: 201 Zig Zag Road, Drummond North 3461
Phone: (03) 5423 9390
Open: Weekends & Public Holidays 10-5pm and by appointment