Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Winery for Handcrafted Shiraz in Glenpatrick
Wimmera Hills Winery has been cultivating shiraz and crafting premium wines in the Pyrenees Ranges of Victoria since 2000. Our family-owned business, now in its third generation, combines traditional winemaking techniques with sustainable practices to produce handcrafted wines that reflect the unique terroir of our region. We prioritise environmental stewardship, minimising chemical use in our vineyards and reusing bottles to reduce our carbon footprint. Our product range includes award-winning shiraz wines, small-batch gins, and artisan preserves, all made on-site using estate-grown ingredients. With a focus on quality and authenticity, we offer cellar door tastings, distillery tours, and seasonal events that showcase our commitment to craftsmanship and community.Our team, led by winemaker Benjamin Baker, brings decades of expertise to every bottle, ensuring a product that embodies both innovation and tradition. We are proud to contribute to the local economy through partnerships with regional producers and initiatives like our Fire Engine Red wine project, which supported the Elmhurst Fire Brigade. Visitors to our vineyard can enjoy panoramic views from our gazebo, built from reclaimed timber, and experience firsthand the dedication that defines our brand.
Services
Shiraz Wine Production
Gin Distillery
Farmhouse Preserves
Cellar Door Tastings
Vineyard Tours
Wine Club Deliveries
Distillery Tours
Seasonal Events
Bottle Reuse Program
Carbon Neutral Practices
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We use sustainable viticulture practices to protect the environment.
- Our wines are handcrafted using estate-grown shiraz grapes.
- Award-winning gins and preserves made on-site using traditional methods.
- Third-generation family expertise in winemaking and distilling.
- Community-focused initiatives like our Fire Engine Red charity project.
Services
Shiraz Wine Production
Our shiraz wines are handcrafted using estate-grown grapes from vineyards planted in 2001 and 2002. Minimal chemical intervention and low-intervention winemaking techniques ensure authentic expression of terroir. Styles include dry rose, sparkling shiraz, and fortified wines, all matured in oak barrels to develop complex flavours.
Gin Distillery
Mrs Baker's Still House produces award-winning small-batch gins and liqueurs on-site. Using traditional distillation methods, we create unique flavours like pepperberry gin with indigenous spices and shiraz gin infused with chocolate. Each product reflects our commitment to quality and innovation.
Cellar Door Tastings
Our cellar door offers weekend tastings of shiraz wines, gins, and preserves. Visitors can sample products before purchasing and enjoy guided tours of our vineyards and distillery. Bookings are recommended to ensure a personalised experience with our knowledgeable staff.
Vineyard Tours
Explore our sustainable vineyards with guided tours that showcase hand-pruned shiraz vines and eco-friendly practices. Learn about our carbon-neutral initiatives and soil conservation methods. Tours include tastings of estate wines and insights into our family's three-generation winemaking heritage.
Farmhouse Preserves
Handmade preserves using seasonal orchard fruits and vegetables from our farm. Products include fig jam, seville orange marmalade, and shiraz balsamic vinegar. Made in small batches to ensure quality, these preserves complement our wines and reflect our dedication to local, sustainable ingredients.
People
Jane Baker
Operations Manager
Jane oversees daily operations at Wimmera Hills Winery, managing logistics and customer relations. With deep roots in the region, she brings strategic leadership to our family business while maintaining a hands-on approach to sustainability and community engagement.
Benjamin Baker
Winemaker
Third-generation winemaker Benjamin crafts our award-winning shiraz using traditional techniques and innovative methods. His expertise in low-intervention winemaking ensures each bottle reflects the unique character of our Pyrenees vineyards while maintaining environmental responsibility.
Questions
What wines do you produce?
We specialise in shiraz wines, including dry rose, sparkling, fortified, and table shiraz. All wines are handcrafted using estate-grown grapes from our Pyrenees vineyards.
Are your products sustainable?
Yes. We use minimal chemical sprays, reuse bottles, and implement soil conservation practices. Our wines are carbon-neutral until bottling through vineyard carbon sequestration.
Can I visit the winery?
Our cellar door is open Saturday and Sunday 11am-4pm. Bookings are essential for tastings, tours, and distillery visits to ensure a personalised experience.
Do you offer online purchases?
Yes. Our eShop delivers wines, gins, and preserves Australia-wide. Join our wine club for seasonal selections delivered four times yearly.
What other products do you make?
Alongside wines, we produce award-winning gins and liqueurs at Mrs Baker's Still House. Our farmhouse preserves include jams, chutneys, and olive oil made from estate-grown ingredients.
Reviews (7)
Ted Broda
May 21, 2021
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First time there enjoyed the tour in producing wine now gin with different flavours and a lovely lunch meal tasting Wimmer Hills wines and their gin they are making. This was a different type of tour . Ended up buying some wine and gin products .
Nicole Guala
Apr 07, 2021
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We had a wonderful afternoon with Jane and Ben! they were so happy sharing all their gins, and knowledge of, with is!
Shannon Jackson
Jan 25, 2021
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Make sure you take time to visit this winery/distillery. We spent several hours learning how the products were made and enjoyed a gorgeous platter with our tasting. Customer service was amazing and the whole experience was so detailed and enjoyable. Also merino wool products to buy which just topped off the whole day !
Shane Dalzell
Dec 16, 2020
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This was one of the highlights of our trip to the Pyrenees/Grampians. Jane and Ben are as welcoming as we have experienced in trips to countless wineries. The wine is amazing and the gin is every bit as good. If you are heading to this region and are in anyway interestedin Shiraz, gin, or both, I simply cannot endorse the drive out to Wimmera Hills enough. Best set aside at least an hour too, you won't want to leave!
Lyndell Manson
Dec 15, 2020
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Highly recommended! This delightful cottage is for anyone looking for a "hidden treasure" getaway. The whole weekend was wonderful, from the thoughtful and environmentally friendly bathroom products, to the picturesque outlook from the balcony, and the most warm and welcoming hospitality. Thank you to the Baker's for making our anniversary weekend so amazing!
J. Y.
Dec 04, 2020
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Jane and Ben were very hospitable, walking us through their wine/distillery process. Their Gin was a standout and look forward to coming back.
Mary-Anne Stuart
Nov 30, 2020
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Fabulous day tasting Wimmera Hills wines, and Mrs Baker’s gins, and eating lunch in peaceful surroundings. Very knowledgeable guide and interesting tour of winery & distillery.
