
Oakdene
Oakdene
Oakdene is a family-owned vineyard situated in the heart of the Bellarine Peninsula on stunning coastal farmland, where the maritime climate offers excellent conditions for producing low yields of high-quality fruit. Approximately twenty minutes east of Geelong, the venue features a cellar door, restaurant, café, accommodation and gardens.
Established in 2001, owners Liz and Bernard Hooley planted the first chardonnay, pinot noir and shiraz vines – traditional varieties well suited to the cool climate of the Bellarine region – to produce the flagship wines of the brand. Now, the family produces both still and sparkling wines and have added several other varieties to the production, including pinot gris, merlot and cabernet franc.
Dedication to excellence in the vineyard and winery has produced incredible results, with medals and trophies at major wine shows and a consistent five red-star rating in the James Halliday Wine Companion.
The Oakdene cellar door, known as the ‘Upside Down House’, is a fascinating building positioned amongst stunning vineyards and gardens filled with artwork just waiting to be explored. Driven by a small team of locals with an intimate understanding of the region and deep knowledge of the award-winning wines, visitors can experience expertly guided wine tastings and sample estate-grown, extra-virgin olive oils.
Visitors to Oakdene are spoiled for choice when it comes to indulging in a bite to eat. Marty @ Oakdene is a fine dining experience located inside the beautifully restored homestead, while nestled amongst a mass of birch trees is the cafe, Mr Grubb @ Oakdene, for more casual, relaxed offerings. The team also caters for weddings and special events.
More than just a place to visit, Oakdene is a destination like no other.
Year Established | 2001 |
Owners | Bernard & Liz Hooley |
Winemaker | Robin Brockett & Marcus Holt |
Ave. Tonnes Crushed / Grown | 50 |
Hectares under Vine | 12 |
Brands | Oakdene Oakdene Blue Label |
Red Varietals |
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White Varietals |
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Sparkling Varietals |
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Awards | 2019 Gourmet Traveller Australia’s Best Cellar Door Awards – Best Additional Experience 2018 Gourmet Traveller Australia’s Best Cellar Door Awards – Best Additional Experience 2017 Geelong Wine Show – Vinvicta Products Trophy for Most Successful Exhibitor – Seguin Moreau Trophy for Best Oak Matured Chardonnay, 2016 Liz’s Chardonnay – The Black Salt Restaurant Trophy for Best Pinot Noir, 2016 Peta’s Pinot Noir 2017 Halliday wine Companion – Best of the Best by Variety, Winner – 2016 Jessica Sauvignon 2014 Ballarat Wine Show – Trophy Best Regional Red Wine 2013 Ballarat Wine Show -Trophy Best Regional Shiraz -Trophy Best Regional Red Wine Restaurant Awards 2015 The Age Good Food Guide – 14.5/20 2015 Savour Australia™ Restaurant & Catering HOSTPLUS Awards for Excellence Victorian Finalist – Restaurant in a Winery 2015 – Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Winner 2015 Dimmi People’s Choice Awards Winner for: – Best for Special Occasion – Best for Service – Best for Atmosphere – Best for Fine Dining – Top Rated Modern Australian – Top 100 2014 The Age Good Food Guide – 14.5/20 2014 Savour Australia™ Restaurant & Catering HOSTPLUS Awards for Excellence – Victorian Finalist – Restaurant in a Winery – Victorian Finalist – Tourism Restaurant 2014 – Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence Winner 2014 Dimmi People’s Choice Awards Winner for: – Best for Special Occasion – Best for Service – Best for Atmosphere – Best for Fine Dining – Top 100 2013 Savour Australia™ Restaurant & Catering HOSTPLUS Awards for Excellence – Victorian Winner – Restaurant in a Winery – Victorian Winner – Tourism Restaurant 2012 Savour Australia™ Restaurant & Catering HOSTPLUS Awards for Excellence – National Winner – Restaurant in a Winery – National Winner – Tourism Restaurant – Victorian Winner – Restaurant in a Winery – Victorian Winner – Tourism Restaurant 2010 Savour Australia™ Restaurant & Catering HOSTPLUS Awards for Excellence – National Winner – Restaurant in a Winery – Victorian Winner – Restaurant in a Winery 2019 Geelong Wine Show – Trophy: Best other Wine, 2015 Yvette Sparkling Pinot Noir Chardonnay – Trophy: Best Shiraz, 2017 Oakdene Single Vineyard William Shiraz 2019 Ballarat Wine Show – Trophy: 2015 Yvette Sparkling Pinot Noir Chardonnay |
Subregion
Winery Type
Features
- Accommodation
- Cafe / Restaurant
- Functions
- Tours by Appointment
- Weddings
- Wheelchair Accessible
Open Times
- Daily
- Lunch
- Dinner
Cellar Door Hours
Marty @ Oakdene is open for dinner Wednesday to Saturday and lunch on weekends.
Mr Grubb @ Oakdene Café is open daily for lunch and dinner.
Contact Details
Address | 255 Grubb Road |
Suburb | Wallington |
Postcode | 3222 |
Phone | 03 5256 3886 |
Website | http://www.oakdene.com.au |
cellardoor@oakdene.com.au |
Instagram Profile | https://www.instagram.com/oakdenevineyardscellardoor/ |
Youtube Profile | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChrdUV_mPUO5BFfQFuIj7dg |