Australian Wines
 

 

Grampains Wine Region

With a long history of winemaking, the rugged, rocky peaks of the Grampians form the dramatic backdrop to a region known as the birthplace of Australia's sparkling wine industry.

Founded in the 1860s, the district of Great Western lends its name to the best known sparkling wine in Australia. Take a tour of Seppelt’s National Trust-classified underground tunnels or visit the rustic cellar door of Best's Great Western.

Today the Grampians wine region includes vineyards and wineries around the city of Ararat and the townships of Buangor, Great Western and Halls Gap. The region is best known for table wines, especially shiraz and riesling, with chardonnay, pinot noir, merlot, and cabernet sauvignon adding to the richness and diversity.


 Grampians Wineries

  • Seppelt Great Western
    For more than 150 years, Seppelt has been a leader in Australian Winemaking. From the early days in the barossa Valley in 1851, through to the purchase of the Great Western winery in 1918, to the present. Seppelt has been an engine driving the Australian wine industry forward with a spirit of innovation and dedication to quality. Seppelt proudly presents one of the most versatile portfolios of any winery. A complete showcase of wines spanning sparkling, table and fortified styles, combining an old world pedigree with the new world vision of our winemakers. Great Western, and its world famous "Drives", are the home of sparkling and table wine production. A large range of premium wines are available for tasting and you can also visit the unique heritage listed Underground Drives, three kilometres in length. Moyston Road, Great Western Ph 03 5361 2239

  • Best's Great Western
    Established back in 1866, the historic Best's is a must visit. Visit the cellar door and take the self-guided cellar walk. 111 Bests Road, Great Western Ph 03 5356 2250

  • Montara Winery
    Enjoy spectacular views while tasting 100 per cent estate grown and bottled wines. 76 Chalambar Road, Ararat Ph 03 5352 3868

  • Mount Langi Ghiran
    Visitors are welcome to sample the wines and enjoy the breathtaking views at the cellar door. Open daily. 80 Vine Road, Buangor Ph 03 5354 3207

Grampians Wine Region