THE AUSTIN’S CELLAR DOOR, GEELONG

Opening in January 2022, the Austin’s cellar door will be the newest wine destination in Geelong. Join us on this journey as we convert the historical shearing shed into a modern wine tasting room.

About the Cellar Door

Seven years in the making, the soon-to-be-opened cellar door will be your wine-home away from home. Expect stunning moorabool valley views, delicious wines, simple but indulgent food, and unique wine tasting experiences.

Discover more about wine from vine to glass, in one of our masterclasses. 
Connect with friends and family with a picnic on the lawn. 
Indulge in a local produce hamper and glass of wine while enjoying the views.

Stage one of our cellar door will include all of the above and special events on selected weekends.

Our email subscribers will be given first access, so join below and we will update you on an opening date.

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Shearing Shed circa 1960 | Architect – Matt Goodman Architecture | Builder – Trak Construction

Fuelled by Austin’s Wine

12 MONTHS AGO WE PUT A CALL OUT FOR CROWDFUNDING.
500 AMAZING SUPPORTERS HELPED GET THIS PROJECT OFF THE GROUND.

THE CELLAR DOOR TIMELINE

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2017

MATT GOODMAN DRAFTED UP PLANS

Inside the sheering shed

2017 – 2021

AUSTIN’S RAISED PRIVATE, GOVT and PUBLIC FUNDING

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May 2021

THE BUILD STARTED

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January 2022

OPENING TO THE PUBLIC

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FAQ’s

Dependent on no delays outside of our control, we expect the cellar to be open in January 2022. Our email subscribers will be given first access to any bookings.
Yes, we will be offering food, with cheese packs available Thursday to Monday. Sticks and Bones BBQ will be available every weekend for quality, yet casual dining. Expect indulgent, yet simple local produce hampers to be enjoyed with wine. There will also be child-friendly food options available.
We will be open from Thursday to Monday from 11am to 5pm with occasional sunset sessions.
We will have a few different options available depending on the day and the number of bookings. Primarily it will be booked, seated tastings with a choice of wine flights at the bar/dining space or a seat at one of our guided masterclasses. There will also be an opportunity for a casual glass of wine inside if you prefer to sip and enjoy the view. Expect outside picnics on the grass, the perfect opportunity to share a bottle on a beautiful day.
The outdoor space will be very child-friendly with vast open lawns. It’s the ideal spot to grab a picnic rug and let the kids run around while you enjoy some food and wine in the sun. Inside seated bookings will also be available, however no one under the age of 18 is able to join the masterclass table.

We have ensured that our space was designed with all people in mind.Both inside and outside spaces will be wheelchair accessible with ample space to move around.

Dogs will be allowed on a lead, outside as long as they are supervised. Please call ahead to ensure there is outside space and not too busy to bring your beloved pet. Of course, guide and assistance dogs are welcome both inside and out.
We are located in Sutherlands Creek, a beautiful but slightly hidden pocket of the world. We are an hour drive from Melbourne, twenty minutes from Geelong and an hour from Ballarat.