Brown Magpie Wines

Brown Magpie Wines is located in the picturesque hinterland of the Surf Coast and Great Ocean Road, 15 minutes inland from Anglesea and Torquay, and 25 minutes south west of Geelong.

Shane and Loretta Breheny selected the property specifically for the purpose. Planted in 2000 and 2001 the vineyard consists of 9 hectares of north facing gentle slope. Dense, well established cypress trees along the southern and western borders shelter the vineyard from strong and cold winds and moderates temperature. The vineyard is on the edge of the maritime zone, so frosts are rare, yet benefits from a more consistent inland climate.

All wines are handcrafted on site from estate grown, hand picked fruit, and are a true reflection of the vineyard. The nine hectare vineyard is ideally located for producing premium quality shiraz, pinot noir, pinot gris, pinot grigio, sauvignon blanc, and sparkling wine.

The quality of the wines has been acknowledged since our first vintage in 2003, with multiple gold medals and trophies being awarded. Recent awards include:

Gold medal – Pinot Noir 2005, Winewise (National) Small Vigneron Awards, July 2008. Gold medal – Pinot Gris 2007, Federation Square Victorian Wine awards, June 2008. Gold Medal & Trophy – Shiraz 2006, Geelong Wine Show, October 2007

The Surf Coast and Great Ocean Road hinterland is a treat for all wine and food lovers, abounding with great restaurants, farm gate produce and wineries.

Brown Magpie Wines is open daily for cellar door tastings and sales from 12pm to 3pm, or by appointment.