Two large estates sit on the Goulburn River close to Nagambie: Tahbilk and Mitchelton. Both suit a mixed group, with plenty to do besides tasting.
01Compare the cellar doors
| Tahbilk | Mitchelton | |
|---|---|---|
| Known for | Family winery since 1860, historic buildings | Observation tower, art gallery |
| Food | Check with Tahbilk | Muse restaurant and provedore |
| Beyond wine | Wetlands walk, farmers' market | Hotel, day spa |
| Guide | Visiting Tahbilk | Visiting Mitchelton |
| Official site | tahbilk.com.au | mitchelton.com.au |
02Further afield
Fowles Wine is near Avenel, on the Hume between Melbourne and Nagambie. It is a large cellar door and restaurant known for long, relaxed winery lunches. The restaurant and the tasting bar close at different times, so book lunch and check tasting hours with Fowles Wine.
Box Grove Vineyard at Tabilk is a small, personal cellar door where the owner runs tastings herself. It is appointment-style and fills on weekends, so book ahead with Box Grove Vineyard.
Longleat Estates near Murchison serves Italian-style set menus and share plates from local produce. Book lunch with Longleat Estates, especially on long weekends.
There are other small cellar doors around the Nagambie Lakes area. Ask at GoNagambie for current openings.
03A winery lunch
Book ahead, especially on weekends and regatta weekends. Check with each winery for menus and times. In town, Nagambie Brewery and Distillery is another lunch option.
04Visiting with kids
Tahbilk's wetlands walk gives kids room to move while adults taste. Mitchelton's grounds and river views help too. Keep tastings short and bring snacks.
05Getting between them without driving
Pick a designated driver, or book a local tour or taxi. Ask GoNagambie which operators are running. See also the Goulburn River cruise.