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The purchase in 1985
of a 220-hectare property situated between Lancefield and Kilmore on the
Great Dividing Range in Central Victoria saw the beginnings of Mt William
Winery.
Paddocks that once
carried sheep and cattle now were cultivated and turned to growing acres
of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. These were soon to be followed by Cabernet
Franc and Semillon and most recently, Merlot. The sheep and Angus cattle
have not disappeared and still play an important role in the general farming
program, with the sheep doubling as organic weed controllers in the vineyard
over winter.
Visitors to the winery
may enjoy a relaxing and personalised time here, the sales
and tasting room - built from stone off the property - provides a
cosy atmosphere and five acres of picturesque gardens are best enjoyed
walking with a glass of wine in hand.
| FUTURE |
| Mt William continues
to expand in viticulture and product each year as we look forward
to eventually providing the wine tourist with an all round wine, food
and scenic sensation. |
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| Hanging
Rock Picnic Ground |
| Known to many
as the location of the reknown film "Picnic at Hanging Rock". |
| The
Gardens |
| Situated
on Mt Macedon, a picturesque and leisurely 30-minute drive from Mt
William. |
| Historic
Townships |
| Kilmore,
Lancefield and Kyneton are all within a short but pleasant scenic
drive from Mt William. These towns still have many buildings unchanged
from the day they were built. Take home some of that lovely "old country"
baked bread or spend time on one of the peaceful local golf-courses. |
| Wine
and Dine |
| Throughout
the Macedon Region, dine at any of the wonderful restaurants presenting
some of regional Victoria's very best food. |
| The
Royal Tennis Court |
| Located
at Cope-Williams Winery in Romsey, this is a must see for those who
have never before heard of this ancient game. |
| Woodend
Street Market |
| Held every 3rd
Sunday of the month, this is a pleasant way to spend a couple of hours
browsing through the stalls of arts, crafts, produce, plants, ceramics,
stained glass work and a variety of home-made goods. |
| Kyneton
Museum |
| Built in 1855
for the Bank of NSW, this Museum houses a splendid 19th century collection. |
| Kyneton
Botanic Gardens |
| First
planted in 1866, you will find here magnificent specimens of exotic
trees and shrubs, including Californian and Giant Redwoods. |
| Go
Horse Racing |
| Kyneton, Kilmore
and Hanging Rock all have meetings throughout the year. For further
information contact the Victorian Country Racing Council on 03 9863
7366 |
| Woodend
Visitor Information Centre |
High
Street Woodend, 3442.
Telephone 03 5427 2033 or 1800 244 711
The friendly and helpful staff have an enormous array of brochures
and information detail on anything you could possibly think of within
the Macedon Ranges and Spa Country area that may take your fancy.
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