Your Guide to Bendigo’s Best Wineries
The Bendigo region is not only known for its rich gold rush history but also for its flourishing wine industry. With a history dating back to the 1850s, the region’s climate and soil create the perfect conditions for a variety of outstanding wines, especially Shiraz. A visit to a local cellar door is a must-do on any trip to Bendigo.
A Taste of the Bendigo Wine Region
Here are some of Bendigo’s Best Wineries and the surrounding areas that are well worth a visit:
- Ellis Wines: A boutique, family-owned winery located just south of Bendigo, celebrated for its minimal-intervention approach. They produce a small but impressive range of handcrafted wines, with a particular focus on Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s a great spot for a personal and intimate tasting experience.
- Sandhurst Ridge: Situated just outside the city, this family-owned winery is known for its high-quality, handcrafted wines. They offer a selection of award-winning Shiraz, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
- Black Estate Wines: Found in the Heathcote wine region, this winery is known for producing intense and full-flavoured Shiraz. The journey out of town is rewarded with an excellent tasting experience.
Where to Stay for Your Wine Tour
After a day of touring cellar doors and tasting the region’s finest drops, you’ll want a comfortable and convenient place to relax. The National Hotel Complex is the perfect Bendigo accommodation for your wine tour. Our central location means you can easily drive to the wineries and return to the comfort of your hotel room or apartment without a long journey.
Wind Down After a Day of Tasting
Our on-site restaurant and pub are the perfect places to end your day. Enjoy a delicious meal or a refreshing drink, and perhaps a bottle of your favourite wine from the day, all just steps from your room.
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