19 Canberra Region Wineries That Are Far Superior To The Hunter Valley

This is the sign you've been waiting for to plan a wine-filled weekend away.

Picture this — it's the weekend, the sun is shining and you're sipping on a pinot noir on the back deck of a winery, gazing out upon the grape-covered hillside.

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The best part? It's right at the Canberra doorstep! To help guide your weekend of wining and dining, check out our top picks for Canberra Region wineries that you need to visit ASAP.

1. Clonakilla Winery

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A toast to this winery, which is celebrating 50 years of corking the best wine! What could be better than sipping on one of the world's greatest bottles of shiraz? As The Wall Street Journal said, "Some argue this is Australia’s greatest red wine — it is certainly one of the greatest shirazs."

2. Barton Estate Winery

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Family-owned with a great variety of wines for every glass. When you go to visit, be sure to give their sparkling sangiovese a try! Located 10 minutes from Canberra along the Barton Highway, you’ll be sure to make this a regular stop.

3. Shaw Wines

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Drop in for a tasting or sit down with a meal and relax as you enjoy Olleyville at Shaw Vineyard Restaurant.

4. Gallagher Wines

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If you're looking for a picnic with a twist, look no further than Gallagher Wines and their covered picnic area. Grab some of the cheeses made on site and enjoy the views of the Burrinjuck Dam Valley.

5. Helm Wines

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Ever wondered what it was like tasting wine in a historic 100-year-old school house? You’re in luck! Helm Wines is the perfect location to go back in time. Make sure you brush up on your history trivia questions for owner Ken! The first crush of grapes is celebrated each year with the family's ringing of the historic Helm School House Bell.

6. Eden Road Wines

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Enjoy these organically made wines with a delicious cheese platter and, to top it off, you can bring your pooch along for a day out!

7. Lake George Winery

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Overlooking the shores of Lake George, located on the Federal Highway, it is one of the oldest vineyards in the Canberra region. If you're looking for something a little bit extra, why not spend a night under the stars with a glamping experience, or indulge at their beautiful restaurant?

8. Mount Majura Vineyard

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Step outside to Mount Majura Vineyard and enjoy the views of the vertical vineyard. If you're feeling adventurous, put on your gumboots for a tour, or simply sit and enjoy the views.

9. Four Winds Vineyard

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Grab a slice of wood-fired pizza, a glass of Four Winds wine and enjoy being surrounded by the vineyards!

10. Surveyor’s Hill Vineyard

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The hills come alive with a glass from Surveyor’s Hill Vineyard! With the food menu changing weekly, there is always something new and wonderful to try. There are 500 olive trees on the property, so you can enjoy cured olives or some Surveyor’s Hill olive oil!

11. Lerida Estate Wines

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In the mood for a grazing afternoon? You bring the company and Lerida will supply the good food and wine. For all our pinot noir fans out there, this is the winery to visit!

12. Dog Trap Vineyard

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This one is for our red wine lovers! Dog Trap Vineyard specialises in quality dry reds. After trying these reds, you’ll be taking bottles home for cooking with recipe inspiration found on their website. Some for the food, some for you!

13. Murrumbateman Winery

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With traditional methods going into their wine making, such as handpicking the grapes and stomping them, you know this wine is made with not only the finest grapes, but also lots of love.

14. Long Rail Gully Wines

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For a wine that will keep you warm like sheep’s wool, you will have to come by Long Rail Gully Wines for a taste. Stay and enjoy a picnic amongst the vineyard or enjoy a BBQ located by the dam

15. Wimbaliri Wines

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The vineyard blocks are high at an altitude of 620 meters on a north-eastern slope overlooking a valley. Murrumbateman’s warm days and slightly cooler nights makes for the creation of beautifully elegant wines.

16. Yarrh Wines

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With events on offer all year round, this winery is one for the whole family to enjoy.

17. Tallagandra Hill

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A unique name that means 'a place for many cows', means this is the perfect spot for grazing, the perfect combination of a wine tasting with notes along with a cheese & charcuterie platter. You’ll be enjoying this experience until the cows come home!

18. Brindabella Hills Winery

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Come and enjoy a breath of fresh air! The winning factor for this winery is definitely watching the Murrumbidgee River below with a glass of wine, if time permits, you can sit and enjoy a meal. The rosé is a must-try — described as an Alice in Wonderland taste experience, you will have to try it to believe it.

19. And finally, Pankhurst Wines

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You will be taken away by the rolling hills and peaceful sound, with plenty of wines to please all palates. Of course, you can enjoy a cheese platter while admiring the hand-made furniture made from used wine barrels, which you can purchase to bring the winery experience right into your own backyard. Be sure to try the arneis wine — Pankhurst Wines is the only winery in the Canberra region to have this variety of wine. We'll drink to that!