Upper Yarra Wine Trail
Image credit – Sir Paz Estate
Explore the Upper Yarra Wine Trail in the Yarra Valley
Elevated Wines of Seville and Wandin East
The Upper Yarra is where the Valley rises into the foothills — cooler, higher and beautifully scenic. Home to some of the region’s most characterful cellar doors, this trail blends vineyard heritage, expressive cool-climate wines and panoramic hilltop views. Expect generous hospitality, relaxed spaces, and that unmistakable Upper Yarra sense of escape.
On the trail:
Payne’s Rise, Seville Estate, and Sir Paz Estate.
Upper Yarra Trail Highlights
3 stops, 18 minutes total driving
Ideal for long lunches, relaxed tastings, and beautiful scenic moments
Ideal for: couples, small groups, food lovers, view chasers.
Features:
• Scenic Views
• Dining Options
• Cool Climate Reds
• Dog Friendly (selected venues)
Follow the trail
Set within Seville’s original 1860s homestead, Paynes Rise is a rare chance to wander through the historic lath-and-plaster buildings crafted by Seville’s first settler, Thomas Payne. The heritage house, stables and outbuildings have been lovingly preserved — a genuine window into early pioneering life, complete with original Baltic pine floors, handmade bricks and period fireplaces.
The cellar door is integrated into this atmospheric setting, offering tastings of elegant, cool-climate wines grown on the estate’s north-facing volcanic soils (200m elevation). A seasonal à la carte lunch menu, gourmet platters and relaxed indoor/outdoor dining complete the experience.
10 Paynes Road, Seville 3139
Open Thurs–Sun, 11am–5pm
No dogs permitted
As the first winery established in the Upper Yarra (1972), Seville Estate is a pioneer of cool-climate winemaking in the region. The estate’s original plantings sit on deep red volcanic soils in a secluded, higher-elevation pocket — a bold choice in the 1970s that would come to define the Upper Yarra’s reputation for long, slow ripening and beautifully precise wines.
The cellar door is set within a serene native garden and offers a range of tasting experiences including estate classics, seasonal releases, and rare museum wines. Although the restaurant is currently on pause, the estate remains an exceptional stop for those wanting to understand the Upper Yarra’s terroir-driven style and rich winemaking heritage.
For those looking to extend their visit, Seville Estate’s Homestead and Vineyard Studios offer refined accommodation immersed in vineyard views.
65 Linwood Road, Seville 3139
Cellar Door: Fri–Sun, 11am–4pm (weekdays by appointment)
Accommodation available
Perched high in the Upper Yarra, Sir Paz Estate is a family-owned vineyard shaped by a rich Mediterranean heritage. Established in 1997, it represents the fulfillment of a long-held promise made by the Zapris family after emigrating from Greece — to once again craft wines on their own land.
The estate sits on a rare band of ancient red volcanic soil, giving its wines depth, structure and striking minerality. Visitors can enjoy guided tastings in the enclosed, heated terrace overlooking one of the most dramatic vistas in the entire Yarra Valley.
The woodfire restaurant brings theatrical flair: all dishes are cooked solely over woodfire — no gas, no fryers, no microwaves — creating a generous shared menu designed to pair seamlessly with estate-grown wines. With sweeping views, expressive cool-climate reds, and limited back-vintage releases available, Sir Paz offers a truly destination-style Upper Yarra experience.
54 Parker Road, Wandin East 3139
Cellar Door: Fri–Sun 10:30am–5pm (Thurs by appointment)
Woodfire Restaurant: Fri–Sun 12pm–4:30pm (2-hour seatings)
Exceptional views as the highest-altitude vineyard in the Yarra Valley.
Local Tips To Know
Book ahead at Paynes Rise or Sir Paz Estate if planning a long lunch —
weekends can fill quickly, especially on sunny days when the views are at their best.
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Upper Yarra Wine Trail Map
