Wine time
Tasmania is a treat for wine lovers.
23 November 2024
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As the golden days of Euro summer fold into twilight, and weary wanderers return home, let your eyes drift south to Tasmania.
This untamed island, poised between land and sea, offers more than the ordinary. For wine lovers, it offers promises of cool-climate alchemy, where vines become poetry of Pinot and sparkling wines rival the stars.
Here, amidst emerald hills and cobalt waters, lies the House of Arras. A name now spoken with reverence, its sparkling wines crafted under the meticulous care of Ed Carr have become legends—celebrated as the finest outside of Champagne. Yet, this is only the beginning of the tale Tasmania offers.
Across its valleys, rivers and coastlines, vineyards emerge like secret gardens waiting to be discovered.
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Vineyard stays – where wine meets wonder
Lisdillon Estate
Hidden on the East Coast, where the ocean hums its endless serenade, Lisdillon Estate welcomes you to its historic cottages. Here, the clash of rugged farmland and serene beaches creates a world apart. Sip cool-climate Pinot as waves kiss the shore, your heart finding rhythm with the tides.
Glendale Cottage at Glendale Estate
Nestled deep within the Tamar Valley, Tasmania’s largest wine region, Glendale Cottage invites you into its 1920s charm. Restored with care, it is a sanctuary of romance and repose. Amidst 140 acres of vineyards and farmland, let the vines lull you into serenity.
Domescapes at Swinging Gate
For those who crave the extraordinary, Domescapes offers luxury glamping beneath the stars. A geodesic dome, part transparent, opens to sweeping vineyard views by day and celestial wonders by night. Bathe in a clawfoot tub beneath an endless sky after wandering Swinging Gate’s historic vines.
The Pickers Hut – Invercarron
Atop the Jordan Valley, where Invercarron’s young vineyard rises, stands the Pickers Hut. Cosy up by a stone fireplace, Pinot Noir in hand, and let the history of the land seep into your senses. Here, tradition meets the thrill of the new.
The Vineyard House, Ghost Rock
Overlooking the wild Bass Strait, Ghost Rock’s Vineyard House offers panoramic views and luxurious comforts. A home for six, it is a perfect base for exploring the North West Wine Region, a place where nature and wine-making dreams intertwine.
Close to the Vines: Luxury Beyond the Grapes
Prospect House
In the Coal Valley, Prospect House stands as a sentinel of history and luxury. Within its 200-year-old walls, restored with care, indulge in fine dining and retreat to one of 11 unique rooms. Across the road, taste the mastery of Pooley Wines, crowned Winery of the Year.
Piermont Retreat
On the East Coast, where wilderness whispers against the elegance of man-made beauty, Piermont Retreat offers a spectrum of stays. From sleek spa suites to rustic cottages, it is a haven where wine-tasting adventures meet ocean-kissed tranquillity.
Relbia Lodge
A stone’s throw from Launceston, Relbia Lodge offers lakeside serenity. With views of Josef Chromy’s renowned vineyards, it is an ideal escape for lovers—be it of wine or each other.
Gleneagle
Glamping takes on a sustainable twist at Gleneagle, just off the North West Wine Trail. From your dome’s outdoor bath, gaze across the Dial Range as the sun dips low. Here, accessibility and adventure coalesce, just like the wines waiting to be uncorked.
Peppermint Ridge Retreat
In the Huon Valley, where Bruny Island beckons from across the water, Peppermint Ridge Retreat invites you to its eco-studios. Among the calls of local wildlife, taste the fruits of Tasmania’s fertile south.
Low Head Beach House
For architecture lovers, Low Head Beach House is a sleek vision against the rugged backdrop of the Tamar River meeting the Bass Strait. Pair a bottle of House of Arras sparkling with the wildness of Tasmania’s northern edge—a place where design and nature hold hands.
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