Murrumbateman Wine Region
Murrumbateman
A cool-climate wine region about 35 km north of Canberra, known for riesling and shiraz, with dozens of wineries for tastings.
Murrumbateman is the heart of the Canberra wine district. Located in New South Wales, it sits at a relatively high altitude with a cool climate, and is known for riesling and shiraz/viognier blends. Clonakilla, Helm and Four Winds have cellar doors, with tastings costing about AUD 10 to 20, and some have restaurants. Most cellar doors open on weekends, so check in advance for weekday visits. It is about 35 minutes' drive from Canberra. Do not drive after drinking. You can also join a day tour of wineries departing from Canberra.
Opening hours
Cellars mostly 10:00–17:00 (some open weekends only)
Nearby sights
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Telstra Tower (Black Mountain Tower)
- Braddon (Lonsdale Street)
- Australian National Botanic Gardens
- National Arboretum Canberra
- National Film and Sound Archive
- Mount Ainslie Lookout
- Australian War Memorial