Mermerus Vineyard

Mermerus Vineyard

Our vineyard is situated on the eastern slopes of Murradoc Hill, on the Bellarine Peninsula, with views over Swan Bay and the entrance to Port Phillip Bay.

Our vineyard is situated on the eastern slopes of Murradoc Hill, on the Bellarine Peninsula, with views over Swan Bay and the entrance to Port Phillip Bay.

The vineyard is named after the colonial clipper “Mermerus” that sailed in this area in the late 1800’s. The cool maritime climate with prevailing winds from Bass Strait to the south produce naturally low yielding vines with intense and delicate fruit flavours.

Our aim is to produce wines that elegantly reflect the terrior of this beautiful part of the Geelong wine region.

Planting of the vineyard commenced in 1996, and the winery was built in 2000. Handpicking, gentle handling of fruit in small lots, and traditional labour intensive winemaking methods including wild yeast fermentation are used to help preserve a sense of place and individuality in our wines.

The winery is now open every Sunday from 11am til 4pm for direct sales and tastings, or by appointment.

Year Established 1996
Owners Paul and Jennifer Champion
Winemaker Paul Champion
Viticulturist Jennifer Champion
Cellar Manager Paul Champion
Employees 1
Ave. Tonnes Crushed / Grown 10
Hectares under Vine 2.5
Red Varietals
  • Pinot Noir
  • Shiraz
White Varietals
  • Chardonnay
  • Riesling
Sparkling Varietals
    Awards 2022 Victorian Wine Show, Silver medal, 2021 Pinot Noir.
    2022 Geelong Wine Show, Silver medal, 2021 Shiraz.
    2019 International Cool Climate wine show, Best Red wine, Best Australian wine, Best wine of show (2017 Pinot Noir)
    2015 Geelong Wine Show Trophy, Best Pinot Noir, Mermerus 2014 Pinot Noir
    2014 Geelong Wine Show Gold Medal, 2013 Mermerus Shiraz.
    2014 Melbourne Wine Awards Gold medal, 2013 Mermerus Pinot Noir.
    2008 International Cool Climate Wine Show Silver (Pinot Noir 2006)

    Subregion

    Bellarine Peninsula

    Winery Type

    Cellar Door Only

    Features

    • Tours by Appointment

    Open Times

    • Some Weekdays
    • Weekends
    • By Appointment

    Cellar Door Hours

    Open Sunday’s from 11am – 4pm from October to June long weekend
    Contact Details