Our Review
Moorilla Estate was the 2nd winery to be established in Tasmania in the 20th century, Jean Miguet’s La Provence beating it to the punch by 2 years. However, through much of the history of Moorilla Estate, it was the most important winery in the state. Magnificently situated on a mini-isthmus reaching into the Derwent River, it has always been a must-visit for wine lovers and tourists – much more so since the establishment of Mona, David Walsh’s wildly eccentric ancient and contemporary art museum. The combination of winery, underground museum, above-ground sculpture park, cellar door, wine bar and 2 restaurants (The Source and Faro) makes for one seriously fun cultural precinct. Production is around 160t/year, sourced entirely from the vineyards around Moorilla and its St Matthias Vineyard (Tamar Valley). -HALLIDAY TEAM
Specialities
Textural wines, specialising in sparklings
Cellar Door
Information
Please email cellardoor@mona.net.au for more information.
Hours
Fri–Mon 12–5
Details are correct at time of writing
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Food
Information
The Source: The flagship, one-hatted restaurant under Chef Terry Clark with an award-winning, 90-page wine list. The scene of Mona’s infamous lunches and grubby after-parties.
Faro: European-inspired bar in a museum wing. Share plates galore, whipped up by Executive Chef Vince Trim. It also has four new works by James Turrell, the renowned light artist.
Moorilla Wine Bar: Seasonal treats, share plates, and house-made breads and pastries with Moorilla and Domaine A wines.
Museum Café: Enjoy hot coffee and tasty treats.
Cuisine
Varies according to venue, but churrasco, using fresh Tasmanian products, is heavily featured.
Hours
Wed–Mon (hours vary per venue)
Details are correct at time of writing
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Accommodation
Information
Please visit https://mona.net.au/stay/mona-pavilions for more information.
Details are correct at time of writing
Please check winery website for up to date details
Stockist Information
Distribution Information
Please email wholesales@moorilla.com.au for more information.
International Sales Information
Exports to the US, Singapore, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, Philippines, Hong Kong and China. Please email wholesales@moorilla.com.au for more information.
Details
| Rating |
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| Winemaker |
Conor van der Reest |
| Viticulturalist |
Peter Mueller (south) and Jesse Graffam (north) |
| Region |
Southern Tasmania |
| Address |
655 Main Road, Berriedale, Tas 7011
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| Established |
1958 |
| Dozens |
11 000 |
| Vineyards (area) |
17.7ha ha |
| Opening Hours |
Fri–Mon 12–5 |
| Telephone |
(03) 6277 9960
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| Website |
www.moorilla.com.au
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