City of Greater Shepparton

Food and Wine

Freshness and excellence typify the food and wine available in Greater Shepparton. If its grown in Greater Shepparton, then there's every chance it's processed there too!

The region is home to many of Australia's, and the worlds, largest food processing plants. SPC Ardmona, Campbells, IXL and Bonlac are all household names.

Dotted through the region are a number of specialty fruit farms with sumptuous berries and other foods to delight the palate.

Make your visit to Greater Shepparton a dining experience. Discover a world of dining in the cafes and restaurants from al fresco to elegant, as well as better known fast food outlets.

Take the best of the region's produce, add a selection from the great range of delis and bakeries, and create your own picnic feast to be enjoyed in one of the many parks and riverside areas.

No culinary experience would be complete without the wonderful wines of the region. The variations in climate and soils from the Goulburn Valley to the cooler climates of the Strathbogie Ranges result in wines ranging from full bodied reds to the lightest of whites.

The established wineries vary from the stunning buildings of Mitchelton with its panoramic view from the tower to the rustic charm of Tahbilk Winery, Victoria's oldest winery and vineyard, and the smaller boutique wineries such as Longleat, Twelve Acres and Monichino Wines.

Local wineries participate in the many vintage and family festivals held in Greater Shepparton and the surrounding region. These festivals provide the most fastidious wine connoisseur with the opportunity to sample of the vines and enjoy the wonderful food offered by the region's chefs.

Some wineries combine their excellent vintages with tempting foods giving you a complete gourmet experience. Make sure you experience the wines of the Goulburn Valley.

Longleat Wines and Vazzoler Cheese

Taste the wine with the winemaker and cheese with the cheese maker. Guido and Sandra invite you to their cellar door and café which is nestled in the Longleat Vineyard. Come and try Murchison's wine matched with Vazzoler Cheese. A truly unique experience.

Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 10.00am to 5.00pm.

105 Old Weir Road, Murchison

Phone: (03) 5826 2294
Website: www.murchisonwines.com.au

Monichino Wines

Dedicated to creating a tradition of excellence. Producing award winning wines and gaining a reputation as one of the leading wineries in the Goulburn Valley. Specializing in award winning red and white table wines plus an extensive range of fortified Ports and Muscats.

Open for wine tasting and sales seven days. BBQ and picnic facilities. Monday - Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm; Sunday 10.00am - 5.00pm.

70 Berrys Road, Katunga

Phone: (03) 5864 6452
Email: info@monichino.com.au
Website: www.monichino.com.au

Phillips Cellars and Regional Wine Centre

Having been in the wine industry for decades, the Phillips family are passionate about the excellent wine produced in the region and showcase over 50 local wineries. They also cover an extensive and varied range of packaged liquor and home brew supplies with experienced advice. Party and event catering available.

Cnr Vaughn and Hoskin Streets, Shepparton

Phone: (03) 5821 2051
Emails: contact@phillipscellars.com.au
Website: www.phillipscellars.com.au