Balgownie Cellar Door
Yarra Valley Wineries
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Discover Award Winning Wines
at our Yarra Valley Cellar Door
Join us at our Yarra Valley winery and discover a selection of wines from across Victoria. From current releases and limited-production wines to carefully cellared museum selections, each tasting offers an opportunity to explore the wines, regions and vintages that have shaped Balgownie Estate. Whether you’re visiting one of the Yarra Valley’s wineries for the first time or returning to explore something new, our cellar door is the perfect place to experience the Balgownie range.
Opening Hours
Open 7 Days a Week
10.30 am – 5:00 pm
Public Holiday hours may vary.
Cellar Door Experiences
Curated Wine Tasting | $25
Wine & Chocolate Tasting | From $35
Bookings
We recommend booking ahead for your wine tasting.
Wine Tasting
(03) 9730 0700
Group Bookings
For bookings of 6 or more, please enquire with our Cellar Door team.
One of the Best Yarra Valley Wineries to Visit
The Yarra Valley is home to more than 80 wineries, making it one of Australia’s leading wine regions. Located in Yarra Glen, Balgownie Estate is the perfect base for exploring the region’s wineries, restaurants and attractions. Enjoy a tasting at the Cellar Door, settle in for lunch at Restaurant 1309 or stay overnight and discover more of what the Yarra Valley has to offer. From hot air ballooning and wildlife encounters to gardens, galleries and gourmet experiences, there’s plenty to explore beyond the vineyard.
FAQs
What are the best wineries in the Yarra Valley to visit?
The Yarra Valley is home to more than 80 wineries, ranging from boutique cellar doors to large estate wineries. Popular wineries to visit include Balgownie Estate, Domaine Chandon, Yering Station and De Bortoli. Balgownie Estate combines wine tastings, Restaurant 1309, accommodation, endota Spa and vineyard views on one estate.
Which Yarra Valley wineries have restaurants?
Many Yarra Valley wineries offer dining experiences, but few combine a cellar door, restaurant and accommodation in one location. At Balgownie Estate, Restaurant 1309 sits alongside the cellar door, serving seasonal menus inspired by local produce and matched with Balgownie wines.
Where can I go wine tasting in the Yarra Valley?
Balgownie Estate offers a range of wine tasting experiences at its Yarra Glen Cellar Door, including introductory tastings, premium estate tastings, museum wine tastings and self-guided wine flights. Visitors can explore wines from both the Yarra Valley and Bendigo wine regions.
Where is Balgownie Estate located in the Yarra Valley?
Balgownie Estate is located in Yarra Glen, around 20 minutes from Healesville and one hour from Melbourne. The estate is a convenient base for exploring the Yarra Valley’s wineries, restaurants and attractions, including Healesville Sanctuary, the Chocolaterie Yarra Valley and Alowyn Gardens.
Can you stay overnight at a winery in the Yarra Valley?
Yes. Balgownie Estate offers stylish onsite accommodation, allowing guests to enjoy wine tasting, dining and an overnight stay in one location. Accommodation options range from queen rooms to spacious suites overlooking the vineyard.