De Bortoli

De Bortoli is one of the Yarra Valley’s most established winery experiences, bringing together cellar door tastings, Italian-inspired dining and a long family winemaking story in Dixons Creek.

Set on Pinnacle Lane, De Bortoli has been part of the Yarra Valley since 1987, when Leanne De Bortoli and Steve Webber established the estate with a focus on cool-climate wines that reflect the region. Today, it is a generous stop for guests who want a winery visit with a little more depth than a quick tasting, with seated wine experiences, estate-grown wines, landscaped gardens and Locale Restaurant onsite.

Why visit De Bortoli

De Bortoli suits guests who want to understand the Yarra Valley through both wine and food. The cellar door offers seated tastings and more involved wine experiences, while Locale Restaurant reflects the family’s Italian heritage through seasonal, produce-led dishes matched with De Bortoli wines.

It is a good fit for couples planning a relaxed winery lunch, small groups building a cellar door itinerary, and visitors who want to spend time at one estate rather than moving quickly between stops. For international travellers, it also gives a clear introduction to the Yarra Valley’s cool-climate wine character, with pinot noir, chardonnay and Italian influence sitting close to Melbourne.

How to get there

De Bortoli is located at 58 Pinnacle Lane, Dixons Creek. From Yarra Valley Lodge, allow approximately 25 to 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic and the route taken.

The drive takes guests through the northern side of the Valley, making it easy to pair De Bortoli with nearby cellar doors, Yarra Glen, Healesville or a slower return to the estate. Driving is the simplest option from the Lodge, particularly if you are visiting for lunch or planning more than one winery stop.

Good to know

• Cellar door hours: Open daily.
• Restaurant: Locale Restaurant is generally open Thursday to Monday for lunch, with dinner available on Saturday and breakfast on weekends.
• Bookings: Restaurant bookings are essential, and tastings should be booked ahead during weekends and peak travel periods.
• Best for: Wine lovers, couples, small groups, food and wine travellers, and international guests.
• Allow: Around 1 to 2 hours for a tasting, or longer if staying for lunch.
• Best time to visit: Late morning works well if you are planning a tasting before lunch.

Make it part of your stay

We recommend visiting De Bortoli when you want a slower wine day with time to sit, taste and enjoy the setting. Start the morning gently at Yarra Valley Lodge, take the drive through the Valley for a cellar door booking or lunch, then return to the estate for a quiet evening, a drink at Lodge Bar or time on your private balcony or terrace.

Keen to explore more Yarra Valley wineries and cellar doors? Use this visit as a starting point, then build out your stay with smaller boutique producers across the region.