If you happen to be travelling along the Great Ocean Road, one of the best things to do is explore the many wineries located in South West Victoria. This region is well known for producing cool climate local wines, and when you're in the Great Ocean Road Region, you're never far away from a rustic cellar door. Let's get to it and discover the best wineries on the Great Ocean Road.
The best wineries in the Great Ocean Road Region are:
- Jack Rabbit Restaurant
- Terindah Estate
- Basalt Vineyard
- Mount Duneed Estate
- Blake’s Estate
- St Anne’s Winery
- Otway Estate Vineyard
Jack Rabbit Restaurant
Jack Rabbit Vineyard, situated on the Bellarine Peninsula, is a winery experience like no other, with breathtaking bay views, award winning dining, and a wide range of wines.
Guests can enjoy structured wine tastings featuring Jack Rabbit’s signature whites, reds, and sparkling wines including Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir and Shiraz. Tastings are available with the unique “Z Blade” system.
The vineyard is also home to the Jack Rabbit Restaurant, a fine dining destination serving creative, locally inspired menus. Open daily for lunch and weekends for dinner, it pairs perfectly with the estate’s wines.
Terindah Estate
Terindah Estate, on the Bellarine Peninsula, is wine, food, and views in one. The cellar door is open Thursday to Monday, and gives you a chance to taste cool climate wines made from estate grown grapes, with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Zinfandel being at the forefront. Relax on the Deck Lounge and enjoy the views of the vineyards and Port Phillip Bay while you taste.
For a gourmet experience, The Shed Restaurant serves seasonal produce with Terindah wines. With floor to ceiling glass walls, the restaurant is a must dine destination. The estate also hosts weddings and private events for special occasions.
And beyond wine and food, Terindah Estate has some unique experiences like ‘Peters Odyssey’ Tram Bar on the weekends for wine and cocktails. Whether a long lunch, a tasting, or an event, Terindah Estate will deliver an experience to remember.
Basalt Vineyard
Basalt Wines is situated on the beautiful Great Ocean Road between Port Fairy and Warrnambool, and offers a vineyard experience like no other, shaped by volcanic soil and ocean breezes.
Specialising in cool climate wines, Basalt produces outstanding Riesling, Pinot Noir, and Tempranillo, each reflecting the unique terroir of southwest Victoria. Wine tastings at the rustic yet friendly cellar door allow you to try these flavours and hear stories from owner and winemaker Shane Clancey.
The Mediterranean-inspired restaurant serves seasonal dishes made from local ingredients, and the menu is designed to match perfectly with Basalt’s wines.
Share plates, fresh seafood, and house-made delights are all on offer while you soak up the vineyard atmosphere. Whether you’d like to dine, stay, or host a private event, Basalt Wines is the perfect place to experience great wines, regional food and the natural beauty of Victoria’s southwest coast.
Mount Duneed Estate
Mount Duneed Estate Winery near Geelong is a must visit for wine lovers, foodies, and event fans. The estate has three different wine ranges, including Regional, Geelong and Single Vineyard, made from premium Victorian grapes.
Try these wines at the cellar door with gourmet platters of local cheeses, charcuterie, and house made dips.
Beyond the wine, Mount Duneed Estate is a popular wedding and event venue with rolling vineyards and beautiful indoor spaces.
The on-site restaurant serves seasonal lunch Thursday to Sunday, making it a great spot to slow down and enjoy a meal with estate wine. The venue also hosts concerts and special events and attracts top performers. Whether you’re looking for a memorable wine tasting, a beautiful venue or a great dining experience, Mount Duneed Estate has got you covered.
Blake’s Estate
Blake’s Estate is a family owned vineyard in Deans Marsh, in the foothills of the Otway Ranges, just off the Great Ocean Road.
At the cellar door you can taste estate grown Pinot Noir, Blanc de Noir, Pinot Grigio and the popular Rosé “Summerwine”.
Traditional winemaking is evident in their basket pressed, hand picked, and minimally processed wines. The Reserve Pinot Noir is fermented with natural wild yeasts, and the sparkling Blanc de Noir is made in the Champagne method.
Open weekends and daily in January, the cellar door is a relaxed place to sit and enjoy the views. Quality and craftsmanship is what it’s all about at Blake’s Estate. A must visit for Pinot Noir lovers.
St Anne’s Winery
St Anne’s Winery on the Great Ocean Road in Lorne has a great cellar door where you can taste award winning wines, see beautiful ocean views, and relax. It's open daily, with bookings required.
Taste an extensive range of reds, whites, sweet wines, and fortified wines all made with care and tradition.
Aside the cellar door, there is a range of decor, gifts, and artisan chocolates, making it a great destination for wine lovers and non wine lovers alike.
Located opposite Lorne Beach, it’s the perfect spot to sit back and enjoy a glass of wine and take in the coastal views. Whether you are passing through on a road trip or making a day of it, St Anne’s Winery has a warm and memorable tasting experience on one of Australia’s most scenic drives.
Otway Estate Vineyard
Otway Estate Vineyard, just out of Colac, is renowned for its hand crafted wines and rich winemaking heritage. Established in 1983, the estate benefits from a cool climate that produces exceptional cool climate grapes, resulting in wines of depth and complexity.
Bold Shiraz, elegant Cabernet Sauvignon and other premium varietals are the speciality.
The cellar door is a warm and inviting space to taste through the range of wines, including the highly awarded Otway Estate Black Shiraz and Cool Park Reserve Shiraz. Wine lovers can join as a member to receive limited release wines and special events.
Otway Estate is an OEM wine provider working with top suppliers to produce premium Australian wines. Whether you visit for a tasting or to explore membership, Otway Estate will deliver a unique and memorable wine experience in the beautiful Victorian countryside.
Taking the Rotor One Great Ocean Road Helicopter Tour
Although the Great Ocean Road is very, very long, a great way to experience it is via helicopter. When you take a Rotor One helicopter tour along the Great Ocean Road, you get to see the world from a whole new perspective.
It's all about seeing the 12 Apostles from a bird's-eye view, along with all of the other stunning sights between Melbourne and the 12 Apostles. Moreover, if we're talking about wineries, this helicopter tour includes optional stops at Terindah Estate, Mount Duneed Estate, and the Jack Rabbit Winery. Explore our Great Ocean Tours to learn more.
