The Victorian Community Achievement Awards of 2023 provide a platform to honour and celebrate the exceptional individuals and organizations that have made a significant positive impact in the state of Victoria, Australia.
The inaugural Best’s Great Western Hamill Shiraz is a proud nod to our much-loved Thomson family matriarch, Emily Grace Hamill. She was a strong-willed and determined woman whose legacy lives on as a special tribute in her memory. Here, we tell her story.
Bin 1 is a classic, cool climate, aromatic Shiraz, made in a style that is perfumed, spicy and peppery, yet well balanced. It’s a great match with food – particularly dishes like spring lamb.
The name Hamill tells a multigeneration story of the Thomson family, beginning with Emily Grace Hamill, who married Fredrick Thomson. Hamill Shiraz is produced from the Sugarloaf vineyard, which is situated amongst the rolling hills surrounding the black ranges.
Wineries in the Grampians are set amongst stunning landscapes, with vineyards often nestled at the foothills of the majestic Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park. The combination of lush vineyards against a backdrop of rugged mountain ranges creates a breathtaking and serene setting for a wine tasting experience.
We’ve rounded up a selection of our favourite places to stay in Great Western. Choose from budget hotels and camping grounds to the more luxurious styles of accommodation. You’ll not be disappointed to discover the many best kept secrets of our little slice of paradise in Great Western.
Best’s Bin No. 0 Shiraz is produced from the four original Shiraz plantings in the low yielding blocks of the historic Concongella vineyard at Great Western.
The subject of food and wine matching can be daunting, but with a few straightforward tips you’ll be successfully pairing like a pro in no time. The most important thing is to have fun and enjoy the process!
Keen to visit our winery but can’t find the time? We get it, and for those of you who are unable to visit us in person, Best’s Wines are excited to offer virtual tasting masterclasses for groups of 10 – 100 guests.
