Clonakilla
ProHighlights
- A hosted tasting through the Kirk family's estate wines, led by cellar door staff at your own pace.
- Groups of up to eight are welcomed, and bigger parties can be fitted in when arranged beforehand.
- Fireside seating inside and a patio looking over the vines suit relaxed afternoons with friends.
About Clonakilla
Clonakilla is a family winery in Murrumbateman, where the Kirk family began planting vines in 1971. Founder John Kirk was a scientist who doubted the claim that the district was too cold for grapes, and the family still owns and runs the estate. The cellar door offers a hosted tasting at no charge. Staff guide guests through the range, from the flagship Shiraz Viognier and the O'Riada Shiraz to Viognier, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Riesling. Most visits take around an hour, and bookings are preferred, particularly on weekends. Groups of up to eight are welcome at a table. Larger parties can be accommodated when arranged with the team first, and a tasting fee then applies that is refunded when wine is bought. The setting is relaxed. Guests can sit by the fire, chat at the bar or take the outdoor patio with a view over the vines. There is no restaurant, but handmade local chocolates and non-alcoholic drinks are sold, and designated drivers are looked after. Families of every age are welcome, and dogs can come along provided they stay outside and are supervised. Four free electric vehicle chargers are available while you taste.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a charge for the tasting?
The hosted tasting is free for standard bookings. Groups larger than eight pay a tasting fee, which is refunded when the group buys wine on the day.
How big a group can we bring?
Tables suit up to eight people. Bigger parties are welcome when arranged with the cellar door team in advance, so they can plan seating and staff for your visit.
How long does a tasting take?
Plan on roughly an hour to work through the wines at a comfortable pace. Booking ahead is preferred, especially for weekend visits when the cellar door is busiest.
Is food available at the cellar door?
There is no restaurant on site. The cellar door sells handmade local chocolates and a range of non-alcoholic drinks, and staff can suggest places to eat nearby.
Can children, dogs and non-drinkers come along?
Yes. Families of all ages are welcome, dogs are fine if they stay outside under supervision, and the team makes sure designated drivers and other non-drinking guests are looked after.
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Dean M
2 months ago
We had a fantastic visit to Clonakilla Wines. Beautiful setting, excellent service and, of course, delicious wines. It’s only around 30 minutes from Canberra, so well worth the short drive. We accidentally left a bag be…
Max Hayden-Evans
4 months ago
We were passing through after a weekend in Canberra and could not have enjoyed ourselves more. Fantastic wines, well-structured complimentary tasting and our German host was helpful, friendly and very knowledgeable. Dog-…
Marto
5 months ago
Have always liked the Shiraz Viogner but had never visited. Fantastic place - great staff, no charge to taste, dog-friendly and free EV charging as well! Definitely worth a visit (even better if you head home with a few…
Sean Jones
a year ago
Wow. What a lovely experience. No distractions, this is a wine tasting for the enthusiasts, very generously, their iconic Shiraz Viognier was included. I hosted a tour group for three days through wineries across the Can…
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