Don't miss our Mother’s Day voucher and wine sale, offering an array of delightful treats perfect for mum. Choose from a refined High Tea, a delicious three-course dining experience at 1309, or a guided wine and chocolate pairing at our cellar door. For a truly special gift, spoil her with a glamping getaway voucher to use at our sister property in Bendigo.
Have a mum that loves wine? Explore our selection of discounted wine bundles curated by our Head Winemaker Tony Winspear. Enjoy FREE SHIPPING on your order when you purchase any product from our wine bundles page.
These exclusive offers are available only until Sunday, 12th May.
Join Balgownie Estate this May for a two-night unforgettable culinary adventure with world renowned Iron Chef Hiroyuki Sakai. Starting with canapes and sake overlooking the vineyards and Yarra Valley views, guests will then be seated to taste their way through a five-course degustation menu with matched Balgownie Estate wines.
Expect elegant French inspired Asian cooking using local and specialised premium international ingredients. The showcase for the evening will be a focus on highlighting the amazing textures and tastes of the traditional fully imported Japanese Hida Wagyu Beef. Hida Wagyu Beef is carefully raised in the vast nature of Gifu Prefecture, around the mountains of the Northern Alps in Japan.
Diners will be treated through the evening to live Japanese entertainment, a sake tasting bar with over 30 different sakes, as well as an opportunity to meet, greet and have a photograph with Chef Hiroyuki Sakai.
Book your seats now for this unmissable boutique dining experience, this will possibly be the final time that Sakai will be visiting Australia.
Finer details:
Starting from 6:30pm
Five-course degustation with canapés
Ticket price is inclusive of a selection of free flow beverages
$380 per person
Thursday 16th May
Friday 17th May - limited seats available
Treat your mum to an unforgettable dining experience at Balgownie Estate this Mother's Day. Start your Balgownie experience with a welcome drink of bubbles on arrival. Then spoil her with an indulgent 4-course lunch, where each dish has been designed using locally sourced, premium ingredients. Each mum will also receive a beautiful gift from the team at Balgownie Estate. To keep the children happy, we will have a special menu available just for them!
Finer Details:
Sunday 12th May
From 12:00pm
$145 for adults | $45 for children (12 and under)
Pinot Noir and fungi were made for each other. The perfect couple that share an earthy, yet delicate quality. When paired together, they shine.
Balgownie Estate have partnered with Unearthed Co Mushrooms and have curated a 5-course dining experience taking place on Saturday 27th April. Expect each course to feature a different variety of fungi, including well-known and unique types from Shiitake, Blue Oysters, Black Pearl and Maitake to butter poached Lion’s Mane, the evening will be a perfect way to celebrate the start of Autumn.
Each course has been matched by Head Winemaker Tony Winspear with a premium Balgownie Estate Pinot Noir. During the evening hear from our guest speakers, Head Winemaker Tony Winspear, and John Ford, Founder and Chief Grower of Unearthed Co Mushrooms.
Finer details:
Date: Saturday 27th April
Time: From 6:30pm
$165 per person including matched wines
There is never a more beautiful time to visit the Yarra Valley than in the Autumn months, where the rolling hills and vineyards are full of stunning autumnal tones and colours. Snuggle up at Balgownie Estate after a day of exploring and take advantage of our Autumn Harvest Package which includes:
• Overnight accommodation
• Buffet breakfast for two
• Bottle of our 2020 Black Label Shiraz
• Wild Orange & Geranium hand cream from our endota day spa
Starting from $309 per night in our standard rooms, or $395 per night in our suites.
Only available when booking direct.
Experience High Tea at Balgownie Estate every Sunday afternoon from 3:00pm - 5:00pm. Our specially curated modern High Tea menu, designed by our Executive Chef, celebrates our favourite local produce. The menu includes a selection of luxe sandwiches, sweet and savoury treats, and freshly baked scones. Enjoy a glass of Cuvée on arrival and choose your preferred blend of tea from our tea menu.
Make your next visit to Balgownie Estate’s cellar door extra indulgent. We have partnered with Cuvee Chocolate, and together, we have curated a wine and chocolate pairing experience, where every sip and bite complement each other in unparalleled harmony. First, choose from one of four different wine tastings options, then simply add our chocolate pairing experience for just $6.00 per person. Each wine you taste has a specific Cuvee Chocolate expertly chosen to amplify your tasting experience.
For groups of 6 and under, no reservation is not required but is preferred. If you have a larger group of 6 or more, secure your spot by reaching out to us by clicking on the button below.
Where wine meets cocktail! Looking for a new and different experience to enjoy with a group of friends? Why not try our new wine cocktail masterclass, Wine-Tail. Learn how to make wine-based cocktails using a selection of Balgownie Estate's wine varieties.
To start the experience guests will be given an informative tasting by our in-house Cellar Door experts of our 4 Black Label wines including our NV Premium Cuvée Brut, 2020 Rose, 2019 Sangiovese and NV Sparkling Shiraz.
Guests will then be guided through a cocktail wine blending experience where they will make 4 cocktails with wines they tasted. Cocktails include Limoncello, Rose Iced Tea, Sangria and Balgownie Spritz. Guests are encouraged to play with different garnishes and mixers to create their very own signature cocktail range.
Our Wine-tail experience runs for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on group size.
Bookings are essential. $75 per person for a privately hosted experience. Suitable for groups between 6-12pax.
Guests 18+ only.
Bookings are essential.
Full prepayment required to secure a booking.
Wine-cocktail blending sessions are subject to availability.
Beverage components are selected by our team.
Wine club discounts are not available for this experience.
Combine an overnight stay at Balgownie with an unforgettable hot air balloon flight over the Yarra Valley. Includes a complimentary bottle of Cuvee on arrival and champagne breakfast for two the following morning. This is hands-down, the ultimate Yarra Valley experience!
Upgrades available. Contact reception to customise your stay.
One night accommodation for two people in a Spa Suite
Hot Air Balloon flights for two over the Yarra Valley (Balgownie will need to confirm flight availability for you selected date with Global Ballooning before confirming your reservation)
Champagne breakfast for two at Balgownie’s restaurant
A bottle of Balgownie Estate Premium Cuvee Brut
Every Balgownie stay includes:
All day access to our indoor heated pool, steam room and gym facilities
Free onsite parking
Subject to availability. Not available with any other offer.
Full payment for your reservation will be charged to the card provided shortly after making your reservation.
Cancellations within 7 days prior to arrival are non-refundable and will incur 100% cancellation fee.
Cancellations 8 days or more from arrival date will incur no cancellation penalty.
Gift a Balgownie Estate experience. Choose from a range of gift vouchers in just a few clicks.
All vouchers are valid for 3 years from date of issue.
Choice of Balgownie Estate gift vouchers.
See individual vouchers for full terms and conditions.
Balgownie Yarra Valley's most popular staycation. This package includes:
-Overnight Accommodation
-Buffet Breakfast for Two
-Two Course Dinner for Two in our new restaurant 1309
Subject to availability. Not available with any other offer.
Full payment for your reservation will be charged to the card provided shortly after making your reservation.
Cancellations within 7 days prior to arrival are non-refundable and will incur 100% cancellation fee.
Cancellations 8 days or more from arrival date will incur no cancellation penalty.
Wine club discount not available with this offer.
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