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Downing Estate

Downing Estate

About Downing Estate

Downing Estate is a winery located in Heathcote wine country, Victoria, featuring a cellar door that offers tastings of their range of cool climate and regional varietals. The estate includes a working vineyard and a luxurious five-bedroom homestead set on 40 acres of private property.

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Varietals

ShirazCabernet FrancPinot NoirChardonnayPinot Gris

Visiting Downing Estate

Tasting fee
Not listed
Reservations
Not listed
Tasting room
Open to visitors

When to visit Downing Estate

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

Good to know about Downing Estate

Yes, Downing Estate has a tasting room open to visitors.
Downing Estate focuses on Shiraz, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris. Signature bottles include Eppalock Shiraz, Highland Premium Shiraz Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris on Skins. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, Downing Estate has food available alongside tastings. Having food while tasting reduces the effect of alcohol and helps you taste more accurately. Worth taking advantage of when offered.
Downing Estate is in Heathcote, Victoria, in the Victoria wine region. Phone: 0457 436 245. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
Downing Estate offers: Cellar Door Tastings and Live Music Events. Seated or guided experiences typically include more context about the wines and the estate's approach. Worth booking if you want depth over breadth.
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.

Where to find Downing Estate

41 Drummonds Ln
Heathcote, Victoria, Australia

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