Tahbilk, Historic vineyard in Nagambie Lakes, Victoria, Australia.
Tahbilk is a vineyard estate covering approximately 220 hectares with extensive vineyards producing over 30 wine varieties in the Goulburn Valley region. The property features a cellar door for tastings, offers guided tours, and operates a restaurant showcasing seasonal local ingredients.
The vineyard was established in 1860 and came under the Purbrick family's ownership in 1925, making it Victoria's oldest continuously operating family-owned winery. This continuity across generations continues to shape how the estate operates and maintains its traditions.
The name comes from Aboriginal language and means tabilk-tabilk, referring to the waters in this area. This connection to the land is felt while walking through the vineyards and seeing the waterways that shape the landscape.
The property sits about 120 kilometers north of Melbourne and is accessible for a day trip from the city. Visitors should allow time to explore the cellar door tastings, take a tour, and enjoy a meal at the restaurant, with spring through autumn being the most pleasant seasons.
The property houses heritage-listed underground cellars from the 1860s that remain in use for aging wines, preserving original architecture from the estate's founding era. The grounds also contain wetlands supporting native Australian flora and fauna, adding a natural dimension to the visit.
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