Our Review
Best’s winery and vineyards date back to 1866. One of the vines planted in the Nursery Block has defied identification and is thought to exist nowhere else in the world. The Thomson family has owned the property since 1920. Best’s consistently produces elegant, supple wines; the Bin No. 0 is a classic, the Thomson Family Shiraz is magnificent. Very occasionally a unique pinot meunier (with 15% pinot noir) is made solely from 1868 plantings of those 2 varieties. Best's were awarded Wine of the Year in '17 and '23, and Best Value Winery '21. -JAMES HALLIDAY
Specialities
Shiraz, Riesling, Pinot Meunier, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir
Cellar Door
Information
Our Cellar Door offers 3 different tasting experiences.
Great Western Tasting Experience $5
Premium Tasting Experience $10
Icon Tasting Experience $60
We also offer our guests our Pick a Platter to accompany their wine tasting.
Please note Best's Wines conduct seated tastings only and bookings are preferred
Hours
Monday - Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 11-4. closed Christmas Day
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Accommodation
Information
Great Western has many local AirBnbs, but nothing on site.
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Stockist Information
Distribution Information
Best's Wines have distributors in each state to supply the restaurant and wine cellar trade. www.bestwines.com/legal/distributors
International Sales Information
All international enquiries are to be directed to our National Sales Manager, Graeme Hogan. graeme.hogan@bestswines.com
Exports to the US, Canada and Singapore.
Details
| Rating |
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| Winemaker |
Jacob Parton |
| Viticulturalist |
Ben Thomson |
| Region |
Great Western |
| Address |
111 Best's Road, Great Western, Vic 3377
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| Established |
1866 |
| Dozens |
25 000 |
| Vineyards (area) |
147 ha |
| Opening Hours |
Mon-Sat 10-5, Sun 11-4 |
| Telephone |
(03) 5356 2250
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| Website |
www.bestswines.com
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