Gruyere Wine Trail
Explore the Gruyere Wine Trail in the Yarra Valley
Rolling hills, premium cool-climate wines and some of the Valley’s most iconic cellar doors
Gruyere is a compact, stunning pocket of the Yarra Valley — known for its gentle hills, quiet rural roads and some of the region’s most acclaimed vineyards. Everything is close enough to make this one of the easiest and most relaxing wine trails, allowing visitors to pick 1–2 highlights or enjoy a slow, luxurious full-day experience.
On the trail:
Squitchy Lane, Medhurst, Coldstream Hills, Yarra Yering, Pimpernel, and Soumah.
Gruyere Trail Highlights
6 wineries, 3-8min apart
Perfect for a relaxed half-day or indulgent full day
Ideal for: Wine lovers, couples, collectors, curious first-timers
Features:
• Visitor-friendly
• Scenic
• Welcoming
• Quiet nods to premium expertise
Follow the trail
Small, soulful and quietly excellent. A boutique producer offering textural, expressive wines in a peaceful, intimate setting. Think understated charm and wines that reward curiosity. A calm, relaxed introduction to the area.
9 Medhurst Road, Gruyere VIC 3770
Open Thu–Sun | 10am–5pm
Design-forward, scenic, and perfect for lovers of quality wine. Medhurst blends striking architecture with elegant winemaking. Filled with natural light and North facing, Medhurst delivers panoramic views of its beautiful Estate, offering a range of wine-tasting options and a small but focused ‘food for wine’ menu.
24 Medhurst Rd, Gruyere VIC 3770
Cellar Door: Thurs-Mon 11.00am–5.00pm
Polished, iconic and beautifully sited on the slopes.
Founded by James Halliday, this is one of the region’s classic producers. Visitors can expect refined tastings focused on Yarra Valley benchmarks, pairing elevated views with classic wines.
29-31 Maddens Lane, Coldstream VIC 3770
Open: Mon, Thurs & Fri: 10am-5pm Sat & Sun: 10am-6pm
One of Australia’s most celebrated wineries.
A serene, understated cellar door offering structured tastings of world-renowned Cabernet blends, Dry Red Wines, and exemplary cool-climate expressions.
4 Briarty Road, Gruyere, 3770
Open: Daily 10am-5pm
Artisan, French-inspired, thoughtful winemaking.
A charming producer specialising in traditional, labour-intensive techniques — hand-picking, wild ferments, and old-world influence. Wines are nuanced, aromatic and textural.
6 Hill Road Gruyere, VIC 3770
Cellar Door: Open Thur-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm
Italian-inspired hospitality meets cool-climate Valley charm.
Known for its broad range — Pinot Noir and Chardonnay as well as Northern Italian varietals like Arneis, Nebbiolo and Brachetto — plus a popular trattoria-style restaurant. Soumah offers a relaxed finale to the days’ wine adventures, particularly if you land here on a Friday or Saturday evening to watch the sun set across the vineyard while enjoying a glass (or two).
18 Hexham Rd, Gruyere, VIC 3770
Open: Open daily-check 10am-5pm
Local Tips To Know
Book ahead for Yarra Yering, Medhurst and Soumah (especially lunch).
This region suits both casual visitors and serious collectors — start light, end indulgent.
Short on Time?
If short on time:
Premium pair: Yarra Yering + Medhurst
Lunch and scenery: Soumah + Coldstream Hills
Boutique gems: Squitchy Lane + Pimpernel