Soak up summer in Victoria's High Country with bright wines, fresh flavours and joyful gatherings.
Long summer days bring vibrant flavours and an unhurried pace. From sun-drenched vineyards and historic cellar doors to shaded craft breweries and farm gates, our passionate makers are in full flight. Pull up a table, and savour award-winning local food and wine at the peak of the season.
Spring Sips
Spend a slow, spring afternoon by the lake at Philip Lobley Wines tasting estate-grown riesling, pinot gris and pinot noir, and wood fired pizza.
Find a spot in the garden and taste your way through the organic and biodynamic wine list at Pennyweight Winery, a small, traditional winery, just a short walk or ride from Beechworth.
Sip exceptional wines with matching views at the intimate and welcoming Willem Kurt Wines cellar door in Beechworth.
For handcrafted, cool-climate wines and unbeatable Mt Buffalo views, visit Ringer Reef Winerys Porepunkah cellar door – an easy pedal from Bright along the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail.
Tucked away just outside of Beechworth, surrounded by lush chestnut and cherry orchards, The Stanley Pub is home to one of the High Country's finest beer gardens – perfect for a spring spritz or local ale.
For an accessible and welcoming wine tasting in a renowned wine region, pop in to the Red Feet Wines King Valley cellar door – find a spot outside, bring the dog, and soak in the spring valley views.
Spring Deck Dining
Surrounded by rolling hills and with over a century of stories to share, the Bethanga Hotel is an undiscovered gem, ideal for travellers seeking an authentic country pub experience.
Savour a leisurely alfresco lunch at Chrismont Cellar Door, Restaurant and Larder for stunning valley views, Italian hospitality and unforgettable wine and dining.
Soak up the spring sun at Delatite Winery's architecturally designed cellar door, savouring share plates on the deck with iconic Mt Buller views.
While away a spring afternoon on Anvil Brewing Co's rooftop terrace or family-friendly beer garden, complete with outdoor bar and woodfired pizza oven.
Tucked away in the picturesque Mitta Valley, Mitta Mitta Brewing Co's leafy beer garden is perfect for a spring afternoon of local ales and relaxed dining.
Set amongst lush, established gardens and surrounded by Jessie's Creek, Whitfield's Mountain View Hotel is an institution, serving up a modern menu with warm Italian hospitality.
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