Baarmutha Wines is definitely one of the coolest wine experiences we have uncovered in Beechworth.  The inspiring story, like that of many boutique wineries, is one of determination, hard work & grit.  That big purchase of 45 acres 20 years ago.  First vines planted in 2006.  First release in 2010.  A focus on the core varietals that the proprietor felt Beechworth has the best potential for (namely Chardonnay, Riesling & Shiraz (and just a smidge of Sagrantino, because AUS really does need more of that)). 

But the commonalities end there. What proprietor Vinny Webb did next is so cool.  He built a very tasteful retro-kitsch cellar door, and beside that, into an old shipping container, he built a Spanish-style wine cave/cellar, where guests can taste the developing vintage right from the barrel. Such a very cool experience!  And as we always say, when it comes to winemaking, focus pays. Both the Shiraz and Chardonnay are punchy wines of distinction – definitely a departure from traditional Northern VIC fair in a good way.