A Taste of the Region

Established in 1983, Otway Estate produced table and berry wines under the Barongavale label. A change of ownership in 1996 saw the planting of more vines expanding the varieties to include Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Semillon, Riesling, Cabernet and Sauvignon Blanc. In late 2000 luxury adult accommodation was built amongst the bush with views over the vines. Luxurious spa baths and complete privacy, the cottages really do offer a unique getaway and enable guests to experience the peace and tranquillity of the bush.

In 2006 the latest development emerged, Otway Estate now boasts a winery, brewery, gallery, function facility, café / lounge and expanded cellar door. The cellar door has a retail food outlet enabling the visitor to sample regional and home made produce. While the café, lounge or deck provides a place to relax and enjoy a tasting plate teamed with your favourite beverage.

Otway Estate produces wine under two labels: Otway Estate and Yahoo Creek

All fruit grown on the property at Otway Estate is under our 'Estate' label whereas fruit sourced from the local area is bottled under our 'Yahoo Creek' label. Fruit for Yahoo Creek comes predominantly from Irrewarra, Birregurra and through to Geelong.

Both Yahoo Creek and the Otway Ranges were named after British Mariner Sir William Albany Otway - "On 7th December, 1800, Lieut. James Grant when in command of the LADY NELSON, wrote: "I named it Cape Albany Otway, in honour or William Albany Otway, Esq., Captain in the Royal Navy, and one of the Commissioners of the Transport Board." The name was later shortened to its present form - The Otway Ranges.

Yahoo was believed to be one of the vessels sailed by William Albany Otway. Yahoo Creek was named in the early 1800's and is situated in the Otway Ranges was thereby named after this sailing vessel.

Otway Estate

Our Otway Estate wines are premium cool climate wines with great cellaring potential on both the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Our range consists of both still and sparkling wine including:

Yahoo Creek wines are aimed at the cafe market and are fantastic value for money. Our Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are sourced totally from nearby Birregurra, Irrewarra and Kawarren. Our Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Cabernet and Merlot grapes are all sourced locally from cool climate vineyards. The wines in our Yahoo Creek range include:

View the Otway Estate wines and beers available from A Taste of the Region.

See James Halliday's Australian Wine Companion entry for Otway Estate.