Elmswood Estate
A couple of years ago while passing through the Yarra Valley, my husband and I came upon a winery that has now become one of the great wineries of the Yarra Valley wine region. Elmswood Estate winery is located in the Seville region, about 45 minutes east of Melbourne and is definitely worth a visit, not only for its fine wines, tasty food and friendly staff, but the great views of the Warburton Ranges.
When driving into this winery, there’s no indication of what lies beyond the vines and the building that houses the cellar door and offices, but once you enter the car park, the view that awaits will take your breath away. There is a glassed in pavilion that allows customers to have a glass of wine or enjoy some lunch all year round, while also allowing the view to take centre stage. Tables and chairs as well as wooden benches also allow for al fresco dining during the hotter weather.
Elmswood Estate offers many different varieties of high quality boutique wines, while regularly keeping up with consumer demand in introducing more wine to their range. Their well known and very popular wines include a sparkling Methode Champenoise, Oaked and Un-Oaked Chardonnay, Cabernet Rose, Cabernet Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot while introducing in the past couple of years varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Sparkling Pinot and Liquor Chardonnay and Cabernet styles. Everyone has a favourite, but for a great combination, you can’t go past the Oaked Chardonnay accompanied by a cheese platter.
As dining in the Yarra Valley has become increasingly popular, Elmswood has remained a destination for enjoying tasty food for lunch on weekends. They offer a large range of options for lunch and even have no nonsense meals for the kids. If you want to graze with a cheese platter while enjoying a glass or two of Elmswoods finest, or decide that something more filling is in order, such as the popular duck and pinot pie, or a steak sandwich, you won’t be disappointed with your food choice.
It is worth mentioning that Elmswood Estate has become one of the best wineries for functions and weddings. With everything it has to offer, it is one of the most popular venue for weddings and required booking long in advance of that special date. The staff at Elmswood Estate can assist with planning for the special day and offer services that include onsite catering and table arrangements, as well as providing the contact details for a number of entertainment and transport options.
Elmswood Estate Winery can cater to almost any need, from a quiet day out at the wineries, to a full day of wedding/birthday celebrations. Breathtaking views, delicious food, friendly staff and of course, quality wines, what more could you ask for?
