Intro
Brown Brothers – King Valley, VIC
Brown Brothers head of Venues Georgia Beavis says: Since 1889 we’ve been here in the Milawa region of the King Valley – and that means we’ve seen a lot of harvest seasons. Sipped a few Chardonnays in our time. Discovered some delicious new varieties, and threw a few experiments out the window, too. Four generations of winemakers later, we’re still as excited by a new release Sparkling, or that aged 1980 Malbec that only comes out on special occasions. While we’ve collected a few laurels on our bottles, we’re not even tempted to rest on them. Instead, we use them to spur us forward; to push us beyond the status quo. To keep our minds sharp and our palates fresh, and to keep us making great wine for great people.
What can guests expect from a visit to your cellar door in summertime?
Step into our Cellar Door and you’ll find a vibrant lineup of new spritz flavours—bright, refreshing and made for long, sunny afternoons. Light, lively and perfectly chilled, they’re the ultimate way to toast summer in the King Valley. You’ll also spot our Prosecco in Aluminium, a crisp, modern take on a Brown Brothers favourite. Easy to chill, effortless to enjoy and perfect for picnics in the gardens, it’s made for summer sipping wherever the day takes you.
Beyond the glass, summer brings a suite of new and refreshed experiences. From guided tastings and behind-the-scenes winery moments to relaxed garden grazing and bookable experiences that dive deeper into our wine story, there’s something for every kind of visit—whether you’re popping in or settling in for the afternoon.
For those looking to elevate the experience, Brown Brothers Restaurant offers hatted dining that is truly dedicated to the art of wine and food matching. Seasonal menus are crafted around the kitchen garden and local producers, with each dish thoughtfully paired to showcase the best of our wines. It’s an immersive, unhurried way to experience Brown Brothers at its most expressive—where flavour, place and pairing come together.
Add lush grounds, welcoming hospitality and wines made to be enjoyed together, and a summer visit to Brown Brothers is an invitation to slow down, explore and savour the season—your way.
What other kinds of experiences do you offer to visitors in summer?
At Brown Brothers, every experience is designed to invite exploration—whether that’s discovering new flavours, uncovering our winemaking story, or simply slowing down and enjoying the moment.
The Moscato Picnic is summer relaxation at its best. Begin with a tasting at Cellar Door before selecting your favourite bottle—Moscato or otherwise—to take with you. Then settle into a private picnic spot among the gardens, complete with grazing, comfy beanbags and vineyard views. It’s an easy, joy-filled way to spend a few hours sipping, snacking and soaking up the King Valley sunshine.
For those who love to go deeper, the Cellar Collection Experience offers access to some of our most limited and expressive wines. Guided by a knowledgeable host, you’ll explore back-vintage and small-batch releases, uncovering the stories, craftsmanship and innovation behind each bottle. It’s a more intimate tasting, perfect for wine lovers looking to discover something truly special.
The Tour & Taste takes you behind the scenes. Travel through the winery and historical buildings as you learn about Brown Brothers’ history, innovation and the land that shapes our wines, before returning to Cellar Door for a guided tasting that brings it all together. It’s an immersive introduction to who we are, how we make our wines and why exploration sits at the heart of Brown Brothers.
Whether you’re picnicking in the gardens, tasting rare releases or exploring the winery from the inside out, our experiences are made to be enjoyed at your own pace—curious, relaxed and always with a great glass of wine in hand.
brownbrothers.com.au | 244 Milawa-Bobinawarrah Rd, Milawa VIC 3678 | Open 9am–5pm seven days (closed Christmas Day)
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