Alpine Valleys<\/a> is one of the most popular foodie destinations in Australia, thanks to its premium wine and delicious seasonal produce. A beautiful region with tranquil vineyards and yummy wines, the Mornington Peninsula<\/a> is also home to artisan food producers, restaurants, and market gardens.<\/p>\n Drive time:<\/strong> Just over an hour from Melbourne. The Barossa Valley<\/a> is an indulgent destination, bursting with beautiful villages and vineyards.<\/p>\n Drive time:<\/strong> An hour\u2019s drive from Adelaide. Kangaroo Island<\/a> is well-known for its boutique distilleries and microbreweries. One of Australia\u2019s most popular wine regions, the Hunter Valley<\/a> boasts rich soils that are famed for producing some of the world’s best wines.<\/p>\n Drive time:<\/strong> Two hours from Sydney. The Margaret River<\/a> region is Western Australia\u2019s most sophisticated wine region. It\u2019s even got the celeb endorsement, with Hugh Jackman saying it\u2019s the best he\u2019s ever visited.<\/p>\n Drive time:<\/strong> Three hours from Perth. With more than 50 local vineyards and cellar doors, the wine region of Pemberton<\/a> \u2013 about a 90-minute drive from the Margaret River \u2013 is gaining a solid reputation in its own right. Tasmania\u2019s oldest wine-growing region, the unique Tamar Valley<\/a> offers a chance to explore heritage estates and rich farmland.<\/p>\n Drive time:<\/strong> Three hours from Hobart. The Darling Downs<\/a>\u2019 vineyards and wineries produce fantastic, nationally recognised wines.<\/p>\n Drive time:<\/strong> Three-and-a-half hours from Brisbane. The quintessential Aussie town, Gundagai<\/a> offers a small but surprisingly charming wine experience. Whether you\u2019re an avid sommelier searching for your next favourite drop, or a holiday-maker keen to explore \u2018wine time\u2019 in more detail, here are some of Australia\u2019s most beloved vineyards. 1. Alpine Valleys, Victoria Alpine Valleys is one of the most popular foodie destinations in Australia, thanks to its premium wine and delicious seasonal produce. …<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":5284,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[740,22],"tags":[],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5282"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5282"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5282\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5365,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5282\/revisions\/5365"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5284"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5282"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5282"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5282"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nDrive time:<\/strong> Roughly three hours from Melbourne.
\nVarietals:<\/strong> 30 different varieties of grapes, producing a range of cool-climate wines.
\nWhere to stay:<\/strong> For a comfortable stay, Chestnut Tree Holiday Apartments<\/a> is affordable and central.
\nWhy we love it:<\/strong> Breathtaking views and a quirky food culture set the scene for a fantastic stay. For those looking to explore boutique microbreweries, head to the Bullant Brewery.<\/a><\/p>\n2. Mornington Peninsula, Victoria<\/strong><\/h3>\n
![](\"https:\/\/cdn.lemediavault.com\/images\/c26ee3f8e744b053fc4f30daad726fa7.jpeg\")
\nVarietals:<\/strong> Pinot noir, pinot gris, pinot grigio, chardonnay, shiraz.
\nWhere to stay:<\/strong> For a luxury experience, check in to the Woodman Estate<\/a>.
\nWhy we love it:<\/strong> Known as \u2018pinot paradise\u2019, with the wineries, beaches and world-class golfing, it\u2019s like a playground for adults.<\/p>\n3. Barossa Valley, SA<\/strong><\/h3>\n
![](\"https:\/\/cdn.lemediavault.com\/images\/8709aa499faa1847dfa4c2d6ed172f98.jpeg\")
\nVarietals:<\/strong> Shiraz, grenache, mourv\u00e8dre, cabernet sauvignon, riesling, chardonnay, s\u00e9millon.
\nWhere to stay:<\/strong> The cosy, comfy rooms at Lyndoch Hill<\/a> are a 10-minute stroll from Barossa Chateau.
\nWhy we love it:<\/strong> The Barossa Valley has a long history of winemaking, with some wineries stretching back over six generations. Check out Hermanns\u2019s restaurant<\/a> at the Chateau Yaldara for wine with a side of delicious food and sensational views.<\/p>\n4. Kangaroo Island, SA<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nDrive time:<\/strong> Roughly four hours from Adelaide.
\nVarietals:<\/strong> A blend of cabernet sauvignon with merlot.
\nWhere to stay:<\/strong> The Aurora Ozone<\/a> Hotel is perfect for the coastal views.
\nWhy we love it:<\/strong> The opportunity to combine a winery wind-down with a beach holiday at Vivonne Bay. With white sands and turquoise water, it\u2019s easy to see why it\u2019s been named one of Australia\u2019s best beaches.<\/p>\n5. Hunter Valley, NSW<\/strong><\/h3>\n
![](\"https:\/\/cdn.lemediavault.com\/images\/9973663edbd91edd409e4b8c7e231d3d.jpeg\")
\nVarietals:<\/strong> S\u00e9millon, shiraz, chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon, verdelho.
\nWhere to stay:<\/strong> The picturesque Hunter Valley Resort<\/a> has two on-site restaurants \u2013 plus a full-service spa.
\nWhy we love it:<\/strong> As well as lots of winery pit stops, a tour of the Hunter Valley can lead to cheese, chocolate, and brewery tastings. Yum!<\/p>\n6. Margaret River, WA<\/strong><\/h3>\n
![](\"https:\/\/cdn.lemediavault.com\/images\/4d62064c72cc5b7a0dbfab385058bb88.jpeg\")
\nVarietals:<\/strong> Riesling, sauvignon blanc, s\u00e9millon, chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon, shiraz, carnelian, ros\u00e9, moscato, tempranillo, petit verdot, merlot, cabernet franc.
\nWhere to stay:<\/strong> Margaret River Bed and Breakfast<\/a> is beautifully quaint.
\nWhy we love it:<\/strong> More than 200 wineries producing dozens of award-winning varieties: need we say more?<\/p>\n7. Pemberton, WA<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nDrive time:<\/strong> Four hours from Perth.
\nVarietals:<\/strong> Chardonnay, merlot, pinot noir.
\nWhere to stay:<\/strong> Wind down after your winery tour with a dip in the pool at the Karri Forest Motel<\/a>.
\nWhy we love it:<\/strong> Pemberton is becoming famous for its delicious (and award-winning) boutique wine and gourmet produce. It\u2019s definitely one to check out.<\/p>\n8. Tamar Valley, Tasmania<\/strong><\/h3>\n
![](\"https:\/\/cdn.lemediavault.com\/images\/2cc09f45c9fb2af348aea6c058718fee.jpeg\")
\nVarietals:<\/strong> Pinot noir, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc.
\nWhere to stay:<\/strong> The Auldington<\/a> hotel offers a touch of old-school charm.
\nWhy we love it:<\/strong> Cataract Gorge is a unique (and incredible) natural reserve \u2013 the perfect side dish to a glass of local wine.<\/p>\n9. Darling Downs, Queensland<\/strong><\/h3>\n
![](\"https:\/\/cdn.lemediavault.com\/images\/9d815042dda3e72154cf2c79a8c556da.jpeg\")
\nVarietals:<\/strong> Chardonnay, shiraz.
\nWhere to stay: <\/strong>Potters Toowoomba Boutique Hotel<\/a> offers the perfect blend of country charm and modern\u00a0elegance.
\nWhy we love it:<\/strong> Nothing beats a day of exploring the Granite Belt for delicious artisanal food and boutique wine. Make sure you check out the microwineries along the way.<\/p>\n10. Gundagai, NSW<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\nDrive time:<\/strong> Three-and-a-half hours from Sydney.
\nVarietals:<\/strong> Shiraz, cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, s\u00e9millon.
\nWhere to stay:<\/strong> Hillview Farmstay<\/a> combines luxury cottage accommodation with free breakfast. You can\u2019t go wrong with that!
\nWhy we love it:<\/strong> Gundagai offers an authentic outback experience. The wine region may be small, but the atmosphere is breathtaking.<\/p>\n<\/i> Plan your Aussie getaway <\/a>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"