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Leura Park Estate is recognised as a dynamic force on The Bellarine. Founded in 1995, the 150 acre property comprises 40 acres under vine and continues to cement its reputation for outstanding cool climate… wines. The multi award winning stable includes sparkling pinot chardonnay, sparkling blanc de blanc, sauvignon blanc, riesling, pinot gris, chardonnay, pinot noir, shiraz, cabernet sauvignon. A regional pioneer in sparkling, Leura Park Estate’s Sparkling Blanc de Blanc continues to spearhead Australian awards as does its signature Reserve Block 1 Chardonnay. Owners Lyndsay and David Sharp are committed to minimal interference and grape integrity reflected by heavy culling of fruit for maximum intensity and terroir reflection. The state-of-the-art winery facilitates best-practice efficiency alongside traditional practices of hand picking, foot stomping, wild fermentation and French oak barrels. Winemaker Darren Burke extends this commitment to quality with innovative and passionate craftsmanship of premium wines. Delight in the rustic chic ambience of the hip cellar door, al fresco lawn or Vault, an ‘Opera House-esque’ living art compound. Feast on stunning stone based pizzas and other fresh local fare – perfect partners for the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s live music Sundays.

Bellarine Estate vineyard and winery is a family-owned and operated affair established in 1996 by the Kenny family. There are thirty acres of vines including Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Chardonnay, Viognier… and Sauvignon Blanc. These highly acclaimed wines are complex and elegant reflections of the cool maritime climate. The cellar door has views overlooking the vineyard and Corio Bay and offers tastings and sales of their single-vineyard Bellarine Estate range as well as the Portarlington Ridge label. Thirty Acres Distillery captures the essence of Bellarine Estate’s vineyard by distilling the grapes to create Thirty Acres Gin – a world-class gin that is truly produced from field to flask. Adding to their spirits is a Shiraz and a Pino Gin as well as Vermouth and coming soon a Spiced Rum. Bellarine Estate now features a newly refurbished dining space, relax in the ambience of the family-run restaurant, and select from a charcuterie platter of house-made meats, local cheeses, olives, and bread or sample the house specialty of a Texas Barbeque board to share. Check and book for one of their delicious Thursday or Friday lunch specials including a glass of Portarlington Ridge wine, a cider or beer. Soft drinks are available.

As you drive down McAdams Lane to the entrance of Terindah Estate, you gain glimpses of the breathtaking views awaiting you. Terindah Estate is a boutique winery situated on the Bellarine Peninsula… in Victoria, Australia. Rated Australia’s 2016 Dark Horse Winery of the Year by James Halliday, Terindah is the place for anyone interested in visiting a vineyard with award-winning wines, delicious food and stunning architectural event spaces. Terindah Estate is open Thursday – Monday, 11 – 4pm for lunch and cellar door wine tastings. We are currently running a monthly themed dinner. The indoor and outdoor spaces on Terindah Estate provide a variety of flexible options for weddings, conferences and corporate functions. The Event Venue captures uninterrupted views across Corio Bay to Geelong and across Port Phillip Bay to Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula. Visit one of Victoria’s most exciting venues. Taste delicious wine and food, see the mussel farmers in the local waters, take a stroll through the fig trees or the vines and experience Terindah Estate. As per its name, Terindah means ‘most beautiful’ in Indonesian.