Levantine Hill Estate

In the heart of the Yarra Valley, Levantine Hill Estate is a family-owned vineyard producing some of the best wines in Australia. Situated on Hill Road and Maroondah Highway, the elevated site is perfect for grape growing and, which is why the grapes are so good. From hand-made wines to bespoke food experiences, Levantine Hill Estate is a wine lover’s and foodie’s paradise where every visit is a contemporary wine, food and hospitality experience.

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A Rich History of Excellence

Founded on a love of excellence, Levantine Hill Estate has become one of the Yarra Valley’s top wineries. As a family-owned vineyard, our winemaking philosophy is traditional with a modern twist, resulting in great quality across our range of premium wines. The estate’s architecture by Karl Fender seamlessly blends the vineyard with the landscape, with views of the rocky outcrops and vines. Levantine Hill is a benchmark of Australian winemaking, producing hand-made wines that reflect the land and the people who nurture it.

Levantine Hill Estate History
Levantine Hill Wines

Levantine Hill Wines: A Symphony of Flavours

Levantine Hill is all about balance and Yarra Valley style. Every bottle made here is a love affair, with the best grapes from family blocks to produce the highest quality fruit characters. Levantine Hill wines are highly prized for their complexity and refinement, which is why we celebrate modernity and tradition. Our signature wines, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Syrah, are a wine-tasting experience that showcases our commitment to quality.

Signature Wines

Levantine Hill wines are a reflection of the land and the people who make them. We produce a range of premium wines, whites and reds, the best of the Yarra Valley and other top wine regions.

Levantine Hill Chardonnay

The Levantine Hill Chardonnay is a top white wine with intense fruit flavours of citrus and stone fruit and delicate oak. The Yarra Valley cool climate gives it a refreshing minerality and chalky notes and a creamy finish. It is perfect with classic food styles – seafood, poultry and lighter pasta dishes.

Levantine Hill Pinot Noir

Elegant and complex, the Levantine Hill Pinot Noir is a great example of cool-climate winemaking. It has dark plum fruit, darker fruits like cherry and blackberry, and layers of fruit flavours with earth and spice. It has a silky texture and complex notes. It is great with roasted duck, lamb and mushroom dishes.

Levantine Hill Syrah

The Levantine Hill Estate Syrah is full-bodied and balanced with dark berry fruits, black fruits and tobacco leaf. It is structured like the best Barossa Shiraz but with the elegance of a cool-climate Shiraz. It is a cocoa nib and a true expression of Yarra Valley. It is great with grilled meats, hearty stews and strong cheeses.

A Culinary Experience Like No Other

Levantine Hill is more than a winery. It’s also a destination restaurant. The estate’s Society Restaurant is a bespoke dining experience where the menu is designed to match the wines, a symphony of flavours that celebrate food and wine. Led by a team of international chefs, the menu combines classic styles with modern twists that use only the freshest local ingredients. Whether you lunch or dine for multiple courses, each dish is designed to match the wines so you can have an experience like no other.

The restaurant is a fine dining setting with views of the vineyard, so you can enjoy a meal as beautiful as it is delicious. From seasonal tasting menus to bespoke dishes that showcase the Yarra Valley’s best produce, the food at Levantine Hill is as refined as the wine.

Society Restaurant

Wine Tasting and Tours

A visit to Levantine Hill isn’t complete without experiencing the wine tasting. The vineyard offers a range of tastings to try the best of our handcrafted wines, including limited-release and reserve wines. During the wine tasting tour, you’ll learn about the winemaking process, from grape growing to fermentation and aging. Led by our expert sommeliers, these tastings will take you deep into the world of Levantine Hill wines, each glass telling the story of the vineyard’s history and pursuit of excellence.

The estate also offers bespoke experiences for special occasions, event spaces for corporate events, weddings and private functions. With its beautiful location and views Levantine Hill is the perfect setting for an unforgettable event where you can experience the best of Yarra Valley’s food, wine and hospitality.

Levantine Hill Estate Hotel

If you want to stay longer in the Yarra Valley, Levantine Hill Estate Hotel offers luxurious accommodation for a peaceful and elegant retreat. Guests can relax in beautifully appointed rooms with vineyard and countryside views, perfect for a romantic escape or weekend of indulgence. The hotel is adjacent to the vineyard, so you can easily access wine tastings, dining experiences and exclusive wine tours, all while being on the estate.

The hotel’s attention to detail, from the design to the service, means every guest is treated like royalty during their stay.

Levantine Hill Estate Hotel

Visiting Levantine Hill

Located in the Yarra Valley, Levantine Hill is only an hour from Melbourne along the Maroondah Highway. Bookings are recommended for the wine-tasting experience and Society Restaurant. Open year-round, each season brings its own charm to the vineyard.

FAQ

Levantine Hill’s flagship wines are Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah, all of exceptional quality and known for balance, complexity and elegance.

Yes, Levantine Hill offers private wine tastings where you can taste its premium wines, including handcrafted wines like the Bordeaux blend and Barossa Shiraz.

Levantine Hill is open year-round, but autumn and spring are the best times to see the rocky outcrops and vines in all their glory.

Yes, stay at Levantine Hill Estate Hotel for a peaceful retreat in the Yarra Valley.

Levantine Hill has event spaces for corporate events, celebrations and special functions in the Yarra Valley.

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