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The top 5 must-visit wineries in and around Hobart

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Posted 20 Jul 2022

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Patrick Boxall

From MONA’s contemporary cellar door to stunning rural estates, there's plenty to love just a stone's throw from the city.

Tasmania is known for its rich history and beautiful landscapes, so much so that it can be easy to forget just how great the wines are too. Fortunately, a trip to southern Tasmania offers an opportunity to see it all: pristine beaches, galleries and museums, pubs and restaurants. And with a surprising number of wineries less than an hour's drive from the CBD – and several in the CBD itself – you'll have the whole (wine) world at your feet too. With that in mind, here are our top 10 wineries in and around Hobart, so make note of your favourites!
Stefano Lubiana winery
1. Stefano Lubiana

Steve and Monique Lubiana washed up on the Derwent River in 1990, having made the move from the mainland with generations of winemaking experience behind them. Now, Stefano Lubiana lays claim to being Tasmania's first (and only) biodynamic vineyard, using minimal intervention techniques to craft much-loved wines that range from the Tassie classics – chardonnay and pinot noir – to sparkling, syrah, malbec and more.

Their pinot noir has won the award for best biodynamic wine at the London International Wine Challenge an unbelievable three times, so a visit to the cellar door, which is 25 minutes from Hobart, is essential for pinot lovers. There's also an excellent restaurant cooking up hearty Italian food, with a focus on biodynamically grown vegetables, free-range local meats and wild-caught seafood. Trust us, there's a reason Stefano Lubiana is so high on this list!

2. Frogmore CreekStroll down to Hobart's harbourside and you'll likely stumble across The Lounge by Frogmore Creek, which operates as a restaurant and bar. Local, seasonal produce is the norm, complemented by a drinks list featuring local beers, classic cocktails and, of course, the full selection of Frogmore Creek wines. But if you cross the River Derwent and drive 15 minutes north-east, you'll encounter the actual winery and you best believe that you won't be disappointed. Everything here is of the highest quality, from the wines, to the restaurant, to the views, to the service, and you'll be kicking yourself if you don't stay for lunch.
Frogmore Creek winery
Moorilla Estate winery
3. Moorilla EstateMoorilla Estate is so much more than a winery. Planted in 1958, it lays claim to being one of Tasmania's oldest vineyards, but is now home to the state's most modern attraction: MONA (the Museum of Old and New Art). Owner David Walsh purchased the property in 1995 after the winery went into receivership and now, some 25 years down the track, he's turned the fertile patch of land into Tasmania's biggest tourist attraction. He secured the services of winemaker Conor van der Reest in 2007, who breathed new life into the wines and helped design a state-of-the-art winery to make them in, meaning you can enjoy a world-class tasting experience at Moorilla while visiting MONA. There are a variety of wines – both classic and experimental – available for tasting and purchasing, as well as a number of on-site restaurants to dine in, making Moorilla an essential stop on any Tassie itinerary.
4. Bangor EstateAs one of the most southerly vineyards in Tasmania, Bangor Estate is truly deserving of the title of “cool-climate producer”. The property overlooks the tiny seaside town of Dunalley, right on the neck of the Tasman Peninsula, and has been cared for by the Dunabin family since the late-19th century. It's a beautiful place to make wine and a visit to the cellar door, which has stunning views of Blackman's Bay, is always highly recommended. Pinot noir and chardonnay are the specialties, as expected, but pinot gris, rosé and sparkling wines are all on offer too. Small batches and minimal intervention techniques are key to these wines, which you can enjoy with a casual cheese board at the cellar door or over a luxurious lunch at the winery's restaurant. Either way, you won't forget them in a hurry.
Bangor Estate winery
Home Hill Winery
5. Home Hill WineryLocated in the Huon Valley, just south of Hobart, Home Hill has really hit its stride since opening in 1993. Its pinot noirs are particularly impressive, having regularly been awarded trophies and medals at the Tasmanian Wine Show and even picking up the Jimmy Watson Trophy (for Australia's best one-year-old red wine) at the Melbourne Wine Show in 2015. Home Hill offers everything you could want in a winery visit, from award-winning wines to a restaurant focusing on the finest Tassie produce including Bruny Island oysters and Tasmanian salmon. And best of all, Home Hill is a family-run affair, with various members of the Bennett clan responsible for winery's operations, meaning you can visit and rest assured that you're supporting ‘local’ in every sense of the word.
Found a few new favourites? Then flesh out the rest of your southern Tasmania itinerary with Dan's Vine Guide. We've got all the local tips on wines to try, restaurants to visit and where else to explore during your time on the Apple Isle.
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Patrick BoxallPatrick Boxall is a wine-loving writer based in Melbourne. His first word was 'No', and he has spent the remainder of his life attempting to remedy this poor attitude.
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