OUR STORY
Situated within the traditional lands of the Taungurung people, tabilk-tabilk means ‘place of many waterholes’
HISTORY
A priceless inheritance
Established in 1860 Tahbilk is one of Australia's most beautiful and historic family owned wineries. Located in the Nagambie Lakes region of central Victoria (120kms north of Melbourne), one of the nation's premium viticultural areas.
The property comprises some 1,214 hectares of rich river flats with a frontage of 11 kms to the Goulburn River and 8 kms of permanent backwaters and creeks. Purchased by the Purbrick family in 1925, Tahbilk is home to 5 generations.
CULTURAL HERITAGE
Taungurung Country
We acknowledge the Taungurung People, the Traditional Custodians of the land on which Tahbilk Estate lies. We pay our respects to leaders and Elders past, present and emerging for they hold the memories, the traditions, the culture and the hopes of all Taungurung peoples. We express our gratitude in the sharing of our land, our sorrow for the personal, spiritual and cultural costs of that sharing and our hope that we may walk forward together in harmony and in the spirit of healing.
The place is known as tabilk-tabilk in the language of the Taungurung people, translated into place of many waterholes. It is a sacred place which is very special to all who have laid feet on the land.
CELLAR DOOR
Wine Tasting
Join us at Tahbilk Cellar Door and discover our beautifully crafted wines. We'll introduce you to the varietals we are known for, such as Marsanne, Shiraz, and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as aged wines that have matured in our underground cellars. Each month we host bespoke tastings in our cellar door showcasing different varietals & different ways to experience our wines.
RESTAURANT
Tahbilk Estate Restaurant
The Tahbilk Estate Restaurant is beautifully situated along the tranquil backwaters of the Tahbilk billabong, offering sweeping views of the water and surrounding wetlands. Our menu is thoughtfully crafted using local produce to complement our Tahbilk wines.
As you relax on the deck, you'll be bathed in dappled sunlight and serenaded by the gentle sounds of birds and frogs.
WINEMAKING
Underground Cellar
The first underground cellar was excavated in 1862 and by 1863 was in full use; the cellar continues to be in use today and is a popular visitor experience. With production at its peak, by late 1875 excavation of a new underground cellar was in progress.
Designed by Melbourne Architect William Zeal, it was remarkable for the time, being constructed without a single-key stone marking. A marker towards an ambition to make wines equivalent to Europe. Today you can walk through the underground cellar at your leisure taking in the untouched history, where wine is still aged to this day.
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