Winery Hop, Local Tastes & Craft Brews
Glenmaggie Wines
Tucked beside Lake Glenmaggie, this family-run winery is known for its welcoming cellar door and cool-climate varieties that showcase the region's character. Enjoy a guided tasting or relax outside with views across the foothills, a perfect first stop to ease into the day.
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Map cue: Located just off McLachlans Rd, Tinamba West, a short drive north-east of Heyfield.
Best for: Early tastings and relaxed views.
Opening hours: Friday, Saturday and & Sunday from 11am - 4pm.
Blue Gables Vineyard
Set atop a scenic ridgeline, Blue Gables Vineyard offers a stylish yet down to earth experience with award-winning wines, wood-fired pizza and live-music weekends. Their outdoor deck overlooks rolling farmland, an ideal setting for a long lunch of golden-hour tasting flight.
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Map cue: A rural drive north-east of Heyfield, accessible via Lanigan Rd, Maffra West Upper.
Best for: Lunch stop, group outings and afternoon tastings.
Opening hours: Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday for Lunch and wine tastings 11am - 5pm. Wednesday for wine tastings 11am - 4pm.
Maffco Brewery & Distillery
Round out your tasting trail with a visit to Maffco, a craft brewery serving fresh, small-batch beers in a lively, industrial style space. From crisp lagers to creative seasonal brews, it's a refreshing finish to a day of regional flavours from local produce. The relaxed atmosphere and local food options make it a great spot for a brew.
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Map cue: Centrally located in Maffra's main township area, just off Bundalaguah Rd, Maffra.
Best for: Afternoon beers, casual bites and a fun final stop.
Opening hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 12pm - 11pm, Saturday from 12pm - 12am and Sunday 12pm - 4:30pm.
