Embrace the Winter Season at Australia's Ultimate Wineries

Winter is one of Australia's best-kept wine travel secrets. As vineyard landscapes settle into their seasonal rhythm, wineries across the country come alive with warming experiences, special events, long lunches and cosy gatherings that showcase the very best of regional hospitality.

From fireside wine experiences and vineyard safaris to food festivals, masterclasses and live music, winter is the perfect time to discover a different side of Australia's wine regions.

Warm Up with Seasonal Winery Experiences

Winter is all about slowing down and savouring the moment, and several Ultimate Wineries have created experiences designed specifically for the cooler months.

In Tasmania, House of Arras is offering a seasonal twist on its Vineyard Safari experience. Guests visiting during winter can enjoy either a glass of vintage sparkling wine or warm mulled wine while exploring the vineyard, wrapped in the comfort of a Waverley Woollen Mills lap blanket.

Meanwhile in Queensland's Granite Belt, Sirromet's Fiery Winter Warmer creates the perfect excuse to gather outdoors. Available on weekends throughout winter, the experience combines a private firepit, premium hamper delights, signature mulled wine and take-home keepsakes, making it one of the season's most inviting winery experiences.

For those travelling to Victoria's Yarra Valley, Chandon is embracing winter with its Fondue & Bingo Experience. Guests can pop a bottle, dip gourmet bites into warm melted cheese and enjoy a relaxed afternoon of food, wine and entertainment.

Discover Tasmania's Winter Charm

Tasmania shines during the cooler months, with wineries embracing the island's celebrated Off Season spirit.

Devil's Corner has curated a collection of winter experiences including Paint and Sip Brunch events, the Moulting Lagoon Experience and the Corner Firelight experience, offering visitors unique ways to experience Tasmania's spectacular east coast landscapes alongside exceptional wines.

Winter celebrations continue at Josef Chromy, where acclaimed Australian performer Casey Donovan will make a special appearance for her only Tasmania show on 5 July, creating a memorable blend of music, food and wine in one of the state's most beautiful winery settings.

Celebrate Food, Wine and Community

Winter is also festival season across many of Australia's wine regions.

The King's Birthday long weekend provides the perfect opportunity to visit Pizzini Wines in Victoria's King Valley for its Sangiovese e Salsicce Celebration. This much-loved event combines a long lunch with wine, food, music and the warm hospitality for which the region is renowned.

In South Australia's Clare Valley, Taylors Wines hosts its monthly Seahorse Sessions on the second Friday of each month. With live music, award-winning wines and delicious pizzas and platters, it's an ideal way to ease into the weekend.

Visitors to Queensland can also enjoy Sirromet's Twilight Markets Winter Edition, where firepits, live music, local market stalls, food trucks and bars create a vibrant winter atmosphere.

Explore Australia's Signature Wine Events

For travellers planning a winter wine getaway, winter offers several standout events worth building an itinerary around.

Roam Rutherglen, Australia's longest-running wine festival, returns from 5-7 June, inviting visitors to explore the region's renowned wineries, including Stanton & Killeen and many of Rutherglen's leading producers.

Wine enthusiasts can also immerse themselves in the National Wine Festival from 11-13 June, featuring wine shows, dinners, masterclasses and an expo celebrating the diversity and excellence of Australian wine.

On 13 June, 11July and 22 August, House of Arras joins forces with Pipers Brook Truffles for a special winter collaboration celebrating Tasmania's harvest season, local produce and farming traditions. The event offers a unique opportunity to experience two prestigious Tasmanian producers coming together for a truly seasonal celebration.

Learn, Taste and Be Inspired

Winter is an ideal time to deepen your appreciation of wine, and several Ultimate Wineries are offering enriching experiences throughout the season.

At Mount Pleasant in the Hunter Valley, guests can join Chief Winemaker Adrian Sparks on 31 July for an in-depth masterclass exploring one of the region's most distinctive and historic wine styles: the Shiraz Pinot blend.

In Western Australia, visitors to Vasse Felix can experience Time to Burn, an exhibition curated by Christine Gregory that explores contemporary fire management practices across the Great Southern and South West regions through artistic and community perspectives.

Your Ultimate Winter Escape

Whether you're enjoying mulled wine beside a firepit, attending a regional festival, discovering Tasmania's winter celebrations or exploring a masterclass with one of Australia's leading winemakers, winter offers countless reasons to visit an Ultimate Winery.

With fewer crowds, immersive seasonal experiences and warm regional hospitality, there has never been a better time to discover Australia's wine regions in their most atmospheric season.

Plan your winter winery escape and experience the season through exceptional wine, food, culture and connection. For all details and links, find out more in the What's on June and What's On July.