Exploring the Best Tasmanian Wine Regions: 5 Wineries You Must Visit

Australia's southernmost vineyard, Bruny Island Premium Wines is a family-run winery known for its Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. As the first vineyard in Tasmania, it has a rich history dating back to 1998, when current owner Bernice and her father planted their very first block of vines. Since then, their exceptional wines have garnered over 50 national and international medals. Whether you prefer a vibrant, aromatic white, or a French oak-inspired red, you’ll get to try it all during a visit to this iconic winery.

Make your way up to the Coal River Valley and you’ll find Pressing Matters, a 10-hectare vineyard dedicated to Riesling and Pinot Noir, two varieties perfectly suited to the cool climate of the region. Created by two wine-loving families, the Melicks and the Halls, Pressing Matters has been producing premium wines since 2006 with winemaking techniques that have stood the test of time – gentle handling, minimal intervention and an emphasis on preserving the freshness of the fruit. Yes please!

Situated in a heritage-listed stable built by convicts in 1842, Spring Vale Winery is a small, yet charming cellar door focused mainly on Pinot Noir (although the sparkling is also a must-try). The 5th generation, family-owned vineyard is nestled on the scenic Freycinet Coast, where the dry climate, warm days and cool nights create the perfect conditions for a perfect glass of wine. Throughout the ripening process, the grapes develop rich, complex flavours that are evident in every bottle, making this a must-stop on your itinerary.

Located in Tasmania’s largest wine-growing region, Holm Oak Vineyards is another family-run winery making a name for itself. Founded in 2006 by winemaker Bec Duffy and viticulturist Tim Duffy, they produce a variety of wines from sparkling to whites, reds and muscats, guaranteed to be a palette pleaser for all guests. Their wines combine the island’s winemaking tradition with the couple’s creative eye, and all feature cool-climate Tasmanian fruit sourced from the pristine Tamar Valley.