The best wineries, breweries and distilleries to take your dog in regional Victoria
Breweries, wineries and distilleries across Victoria are rolling out the red carpet for canines and their companions. Raise a glass to these dog-friendly food and drink venues.
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There is no longer cause for dog-parent guilts when you leave your beloved pooch at home to go sampling tipples.
From the Otway Ranges to Yarra Valley, Mornington and Bellarine peninsulas and Rutherglen, a host of breweries, wineries and distilleries across Victoria are now rolling out the welcome mat to dogs.
So next time you want to head to regional Victoria to sample some of the best wines, beers and spirits the state has to offer, pack the lead and bring your four-legged friend along.
OTWAY ESTATE, OTWAY RANGES
Home to Prickly Moses craft beers and cider, and a range of boutique wines, this is an ideal base for a trip along the Great Ocean Road.
The Brewery Outlet has a deck area with dog beds, water bowls and even a beer specially made for your tail-wagging friend, as well as an on-site dog trainer running courses.
Pooches on leads are welcome throughout the estate, including the self-contained cottages.
WINERY TOURS, YARRA VALLEY & MORNINGTON PENINSULA
Bring your pooch and take your pick of three wine trails on a Gourmet Pawprints tour of regional Victoria.
Perch next to your furry mate on Bella the bus on a trip that includes a dog massage and movie over lunch from the dog carers.
They’ll even offer to hold your four-legged friend’s lead while you sample wines.
HANRAHAN VINEYARD, YARRA VALLEY
Otis the cellar dog will greet you when you arrive at the vineyard in Gruyere.
Sort your picnic rug and snacks for you and your pooch, and the winery will take care of wine, champagne and beer needs. It’s a great chance for your dog to soak up the fresh air as you take in stunning views over the Yarra Valley.
THE WHISKERY, DRYSDALE
The Bellarine Distillery’s cellar door — The Whiskery — has Teddy the staffy melting guests’ hearts. So famous is the brown and white hound he is the namesake of Russ and Lorelle’s Teddy and the Fox Gin, and he features on the distillery’s coat of arms. Enjoy a gin or whisky tasting with home-style pizzas and cheese grazing platters. Your four-legged mate will have the run of the gardens and picnic space on the site of the former chicken farm.
ANDERSON WINERY AND LAKE MOODEMERE ESTATE, RUTHERGLEN
Sample from the cellar door at one of the smaller wineries in Rutherglen, where your pet is more than welcome to sit at your feet.
Anderson Winery specialises in handmade sparkling wines and full-bodied reds. After working up an appetite, take your dog along to the picturesque Lake Moodemere Estate.
The waterfront winery and restaurant welcome well-behaved pooches on leads in its outdoor areas.
andersonwinery.com.au or moodemerewines.com.au
LOCH BREWERY AND DISTILLERY, GIPPSLAND
Snap a selfie with your four-legged buddy outside the historic building, then head into the garden and enjoy a schooner of real ale, gin cocktail, or dram of whisky — don’t forget a bowl of water for the pup.
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HOP TEMPLE, BALLARAT
Canine and other family members are welcome at the converted stables.
Choose from the impressive craft beer and cider list, order something to eat, then settle in for a Sunday afternoon of live music.
1710 BREW CO, MOAMA
Part of Morrisons Riverview Winery, the brewery has a beer garden and offers craft ales and cider on tap, and entertainment. All well-behaved dogs are welcome.
BULLER WINES, RUTHERGLEN
Award-winning wines and fortifieds, delicious local produce, the winery’s home-made doggy treats and pup by your side. Everything you need for a perfect day out.