Game-changing Vineyard Technology on show at Best’s Great Western

Best’s Wines are using game-changing vineyard technology to enhance the quality of their fruit. Read on to see what was showcased at the inaugural AgTech Innovation Day  Continue »

The Stawell Gift

Discover the history of the iconic Stawell Gift foot race. Read on to hear about this history, as told by the 2022 Official Wine Partner.  Continue »

Red Wine Braised Short Ribs with creamy polenta and sautéed asparagus recipe

Who doesn’t love the culinary genius that is Thomas Keller? His famed French Laundry restaurant in California’s Napa Valley has long been a bucket list experience for sixth generation James Thomson, Hamish’s son.  Continue »

The World’s Oldest Pinot Noir Vines?

We’re putting the question out there, does Best’s Wines in Great Western have the world’s oldest Pinot Noir vines? With our vineyard planted in 1868 there’s certainly some pedigree at play, and no one has ever refuted us when we make the claim that our historic Victorian vineyards could be home to the oldest living Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Dolcetto vines. Let us tell you the significance of our tiny parcels of Pinot Noir and showcase the wines that we make from some of these special vines.  Continue »

Reviews from our 2021 Tasting Panel

The Best’s Tasting Panel gives many wine lovers the chance to explore wines across the broader Best’s collection, tasting new products which, they may previously not have discovered. Whilst we love the commentary from industry professionals, we also love reading some of the highlights from our loyal customers.  Continue »

David Moyle's Sparkling Shiraz and Vanilla Ice-Cream Spider

We add a new twist to our Sparkling Shiraz with this cocktail and dessert in one – chef David Moyle’s recipe for a Sparkling Shiraz and Ice-Cream Spider.  Continue »

Winemaker Justin Purser Celebrates 10 Years with Best’s Wines

In the long history of Best’s, only six non-family members have served as our winemaker. All others have been either a Thomson or a Best. So, it’s a significant milestone for one of these few, our current winemaker Justin Purser, to celebrate 10 years’ tenure.  Continue »

The Halls Gap Hotel’s Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder

Our Best’s team loves a trip to the Halls Gap Hotel (also one of our best local customers) for a classic pub meal, and this delicious spring lamb recipe with accompanying sides is always a favourite.  Continue »

Our Riesling Explained

A brief run through of Riesling at Best's, what, when, why and how?  Continue »

What is “good value” wine?

In August of 2020, Best’s Wines was named the 2021 Halliday Wine Companion’s Best Value Winery of the Year. This prestigious accolade is bestowed upon one Australian winery each year in recognition of their dedication to consistently producing high-quality wines.  Continue »