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Amherst Winery

Amherst Winery

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Amherst Winery is a family-owned winery established in 1989 by Norman and Elizabeth Jones in Western Victoria's Pyrenees Wine Region, 20km southeast of Avoca. Now operated by second-generation winemaker Luke Jones, the winery is known for elegant, cool climate, hand-crafted wines produced in small batches. The vineyard sits on historic goldfield land at 300m altitude with a continental climate of warm days and cool nights.

$ · Under $25BoutiqueRoséFocus on whitesFocus on redsOld-world charmFamily-runGreat for beginners
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Varietals

ShirazCabernet SauvignonChardonnayPinot GrigioPinot NoirSangioveseSauvignon Blanc

When to go

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Good to know

Amherst Winery focuses on Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, and more. Signature bottles include Daisy Creek Shiraz 2022, Lachlan's Chardonnay 2024, Landsborough Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2021, North-South Shiraz 2021, Pinot Grigio 2024, Pinot Noir 2024, Rachel's Rosé 2025, Sangiovese 2024, Sauvignon Blanc 2024, Walter Collings Shiraz 2021. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Amherst Winery is in Amherst, Victoria, in the Victoria wine region. Phone: 0400 380 382. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Amherst Winery was established in 1989, giving the estate 37 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at Amherst Winery is led by Luke Jones. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.
Monday: Closed | Tuesday: Closed | Wednesday: Closed | Thursday: Closed | Friday: Closed | Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Hours may vary seasonally. Confirm by phone or on their website before visiting.

Location

Amherst, Victoria, Australia

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