CELLAR DOORS & THE BREWERY

Escaping the fanfare of the larger King Valley wineries to their east, the boutique vineyards of the Kiewa Valley, sitting pretty beneath the alpine peaks, are thrillingly intimate. The warm summer days, crisp fresh nights and terrarossa soil produce intensely flavoured premium grapes crafted into award-winning cool climate wines by passionate vintners. Likewise, the pure alpine water used to create the small-batch brews at Crank Handle Brewery results in a wonderfully superior taste. So sit back, take your time, and indulge in the flavours of this fertile and pristine alpine valley.

CELLAR DOORS

AnnaPurna Estate

A stunning vineyard with views of Mount Bogong and a cellar door restaurant. A visit to the AnnaPurna Estate in Tawonga South is a must during the warmer months. Taste their high quality Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Merlot wines matched with a Mediterranean-style menu of locally-grown ingredients.

The cellar door is open seasonally on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between September and April or by appointment for functions and weddings.

Benjella

Benjella in Mongans Bridge offers wonderfully handcrafted wines with a sustainable focus. The cellar door is open most weekends and by appointment.

Bogong Estate

Bogong Estate winery in Tawonga specialises solely in crafting the perfect Pinot Noir. Open by appointment.

Ceccanti Wines

Ceccanti Wines is a small Italian family-run winery in Mongans Bridge with tastings by appointment.

CRANK HANDLE BREWERY

Crank Handle Brewery in Tawonga South specialises in small-batch traditional brews. Its superb range of craft beers include larger, ale, APA and pilsner made with the purest alpine water. Making a stop here even tastier is the menu, which features fresh local ingredients. Open Friday to Sunday, and additional days during holidays.