The Best Wineries And Distilleries In Echuca Moama

Forget the usual wine trails – these sister towns know how to drink, and they’re quietly becoming one of the country’s most rewarding places to do so.

The Garden State has a lot to love, but it’s a particular delight for anyone who enjoys a well-made drink. From the windswept edges of the Great Ocean Road to the High Country’s alpine peaks, you’ll find distillers, brewers and winemakers making exceptional libations, often in a heartfelt tribute to the land.

And while regions like the Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula tend to hog the spotlight for their cellar doors and cool-climate drops, the twin towns of Echuca and Moama, just across the river in New South Wales, add in a rustic riverside backdrop, heaps of small-town charm, and winemakers who are just as happy to pull up a chair as they are to pour.

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Echuca Distillery has spirits that’ll make you do a double take, Two Lads Brewing are the rising stars and Morrisons Winery is full of cute kookaburras eyeing your drink – but our soft spot goes to Old School Winery , the only place that offers honey wine and hand-thrown pottery under one roof.

1. Cape Horn Vineyard & Riverside Bar, Echuca

wine by the fire at Cape Horn Vineyard & Riverside Bar, Echuca — Cosy up by the fire with a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon. (Image: Cape Horn Vineyard & Riverside Bar)

Right on the Victoria-NSW border and just 20 minutes from Echuca’s town centre, Cape Horn Vineyard & Riverside Bar is as much a part of the area’s history as the paddle steamers that mosey along the river. The first shiraz grapes were planted here in the 1870s, aimed at the workers of the timber boom and to cater to the first flames of tourism. Today, visitors can enjoy a rather magnificent sparkling Durif, as well as wood-fired pizza and grazing platters under a shaded outdoor patio or, in winter, by the outdoor fires. Make sure to get here on a weekend for live, acoustic music.

Address: 489 Stewarts Bridge Rd, Echuca Village VIC 3564

2. Morrisons Winery, Moama

drinks at Morrisons Winery, Moama — Raise a glass while enjoying vineyard views. (Image: Visit Victoria)

Most people know Moama’s Morrisons Winery thanks to Murray River Paddlesteamers : it’s the star of their Wharf to Winery Cruise & Lunch package. The one-hour return cruise delivers guests to the estate for a seasonal two-course lunch, complimentary drink (beer, wine or something booze-free), and a wine tasting of estate-grown reds and whites. Close to town yet utterly secluded, Morrisons is a slice of pure Australiana: go to see the river catching the light, kookaburras in spades, and kangaroos draped like shadows between the vines.

Address: 123 Merool Rd, Moama NSW 2731

3. The Old School Winery & Meadery, Womboota

the cellar door exterior of The Old School Winery & Meadery, Womboota — Step into this Womboota cellar door for delicious meads.

Ever wondered what Australian bush honey might taste like with a dash of booze? The delicious meads at this Womboota cellar door answer that question beautifully. Roughly a 30-minute drive northwest of Echuca, the Old School Winery has charm seeping out of every corrugated slat. You’ll be introduced to the wild world of mead (the drink of medieval heroes, so they’ll tell you), which you can sip under century-old peppercorn trees. And if that wasn’t joyous enough, there’s a working pottery studio next door. Bring your own picnic and really make a day of it.

Address: Moira Road &, School Rd, Womboota NSW

4. St Anne’s Winery, Echuca

a grazing platter with wine at St Anne’s Winery, Echuca — Share a grazing platter to pair with your wine. (Image: St Anne’s Winery)

Don’t expect a vineyard at this one – St Anne’s Winery is right in the middle of Echuca’s historic Port, backing onto the town’s lively high street. As with all the St Anne wineries, this spot is known for its free tastings, delivered by friendly, local experts. The moment you walk in, you’re surrounded by giant old whisky barrels in a handsome, industrious space that has ended up on many a couple’s dream wedding location shortlist. As for wines, there’s everything you could wish for, but the full-bodied shiraz, crisp rosé, and sweet tawny options tend to see the most guests purchasing a bottle on the way out.

Address: 53 Murray Esplanade Echuca VIC 3564

5. Bandicoot Brewing, Echuca

friends toasting beer glasses at Bandicoot Brewing, Echuca — Enjoy great vibes and delicious drinks at Bandicoot Brewing. (Image: Getty/krisanapong detraphiphat)

Tracy Green and her husband, Bruce, were home brewers with a dream. This came true in 2014 when the pair opened Bandicoot Brewing , the town’s first brewery to call its own in more than a hundred years. Award-winning brewer Tracy sees this family-owned favourite delivering all kinds of cult concoctions, from passion-fruit-forward pale ales to malty red ales, smooth blondes and creamy stouts. As for the brewery itself, it’s open to the public on Friday and some Saturdays (it’s best ring ahead to check). Grab the $16 tasting paddle and ask the Green team all the questions you’d like – they’ll love answering.

Address: Factory 2/100 Northern Hwy, Echuca VIC 3564

6. Echuca Distillery, Echuca

inside the Echuca Distillery — Small-batch spirits meet seriously good food at this distillery. (Image: Visit Victoria)

You can’t get a more primetime spot than Echuca Distillery , tucked into the high street behind its glamorous facade: Bar Lee. This distillery is where small-batch spirits meet seriously good food – a spot where you can watch distillers at work through the glass walls while enjoying $25 tasting flights, beef brisket nachos, and neat pours of gin, vodka or whiskey. Drinks nerds will especially enjoy some of the more unusual drops (the Coconut Arrack is a marvel). As for the distillery’s entrepreneurial spirit – pardon the pun – you can see it in action each September at their boozy brainchild: the Spirit on the Murray drinks festival.

Address: 555 High St, Echuca VIC 3564

7. St Anne’s Winery, Moama

clinking wine glasses at St Anne’s Winery, Moama — Sip top-notch cabernet sauvignon at St Anne’s Winery.

Unlike its town-centre sibling in Echuca, this St Anne’s Winery in Moama is an infinitely more al-fresco spot, positioned at the edge of a rather picturesque pond. Free tastings showcase a fabulous selection: sparkling Brut, Shiraz rosé, a whole range of fortifieds and liqueurs, and all guided by knowledgeable staff (shout-out to Kim and Hana). We love their generous cheese platters, the relaxed atmosphere out on the patio, and that furry friends can join the fun. Guests often leave with more bottles than they intended, proof that the St Anne’s Winery dynasty – now more than half a century old – continues to get it right.

Address: 77 Twenty Four Ln, Moama NSW 2731

8. Two Lads Brewing, Moama

a selection of cold beer at Two Lads Brewing, Moama — Choose the brew that matches your mood. (Image: Two Lads Brewing)

Two Lads Brewing started with two mates, a few late-night homebrews, and – eventually – one rule: if it doesn’t ignite a reaction, it doesn’t leave the brewery. Based in Moama, the duo’s bold, flavour-packed beers are already stocked in local pubs and restaurants around both towns, winning them a legion of locked-in fans. And if they weren’t already the ones to keep an eye on, 2026 brings the next chapter for Two Lads Brewing: a full-blown tap house for beer lovers, complete with all the bells, whistles – and frothy pints – you could ask for.

Address: 9 Neil St, Moama NSW 2731

From ancient aquaculture systems to sacred rock art shelters, Victoria’s First Peoples cultural experiences offer a powerful connection to one of the world’s oldest living cultures – where every site, story and smoking ceremony invites a deeper understanding of the land beneath your feet.

Victoria’s sweeping landscapes hold stories far older than any road map can trace – stories etched into stone, sung through generations and woven into every bend of river and rise of hill. From the lava flows of Budj Bim to the ancient middens of Moyjil/Point Ritchie and the volcanic crater of Tower Hill, the state is home to some of the most significant First Peoples cultural sites in Australia. These places, along with other immersive experiences, offer not only a window into a 60,000-year legacy, but a profound way of understanding Country itself. As more travellers seek connection over checklists, guided tours by Traditional Owners offer respectful, unforgettable insights into a living culture that continues to shape the land and the people who walk it.

Budj Bim cultural landscape

Venture beyond the surf and sand of the Great Ocean Road to discover a deeper story etched into the volcanic landscape. At Budj Bim , ancient aquaculture channels built by the Gunditjmara people to trap, store and harvest kooyang (short-finned eel) reveal one of the world’s oldest living cultures. While you’re in the area, head over to the state-of-the-art Tae Rak Aquaculture Centre, where you can observe the eels in a special tank, wander the shores of Tae Rak (Lake Condah), and enjoy a bite at the Bush Tucker Cafe. Also nearby is Tower Hill, a dormant volcano reborn as a wildlife reserve, offering trails through bushland teeming with emus and koalas.

eel tank — The kooyang (eel) tank at Tae Rak. (Image: Visit Victoria)

Dumawul Kooyoora Walking Tour

Dumawul walkingtour — Guests are guided through Kooyoora State Park on the Dumawul walking tour. (Image: Visit Victoria)

Step into a timeless landscape with Dumawul’s guided tour through Kooyoora State Park, around an hour’s drive west of Bendigo in north-central Victoria. Led by Djaara guides, this immersive half-day journey breathes life into Country, weaving together stories, bush tucker and ancient rock art. Known to the Dja Dja Wurrung people as Guyura – the ‘mountain of light’ – this dramatic granite range is rich with cultural and spiritual significance. The adventure begins with a meet-up at the Bridgewater Hotel on the banks of the Loddon River, before guests are welcomed onto Country with a traditional Smoking Ceremony – a powerful ritual that honours ancestors and cleanses those who walk the land. From there, it’s a gentle wander through rugged outcrops and open bushland, with sweeping vistas unfolding at every turn. Along the way, guides share their knowledge of how the Dja Dja Wurrung peoples have cared for and adapted with this land for generations, offering a rare and moving window into an ancient way of life that continues to thrive today.

Kooyoora walking tour — Knowledge of the Dja Dja Wurrung is shared on the trail. (Image: Visit Victoria)

Kingfisher Cruises

Glide quietly through the Barmah-Millewa forest – the nation’s largest river red gum ecosystem – on a scenic journey along the Murray River and into the Barmah Lakes with Kingfisher Cruises . Led by passionate guides who share stories of the cultural significance of this ancient landscape, these cruises reveal the stories, totems and traditional knowledge of the Yorta Yorta people. As you navigate narrow waterways and spot native birds, you’ll gain a richer understanding of how First Peoples have lived in harmony with this floodplain for tens of thousands of years. It’s a gentle, immersive experience that leaves a lasting impression – one where every bend in the river carries echoes of culture, connection and Country.

wawa biik

Exploring Nagambie with Taungurung leaders. (Image: Visit Victoria)

Translating to ‘hello, Country’ in the language of the First Nations People and Custodians of the rivers and mountains of Taungurung Country in Central Victoria, wawa biik guides a range of authentic and deeply immersive experiences. Leaving from either Nagambie or Euroa, the tours are woven with ancient stories of the Taungurung, telling how a sustained connection and responsibility ensures the continued health of biik – benefitting the people, animals and plants that live in and around the Goulburn River. During the wawa Nagambie experience, guests participate in a Welcome Smoking Ceremony, and enjoy lunch and conversation with two Taungurung leaders as they cruise through the wetlands of tabilk-tabilk (place of many waterholes). The 4.5-hour tour begins at Tahbilk Winery, which is set in the wetlands of Nagambie on Taungurung Country and collaborates with Taungurung Elders to share knowledge of biik.

Bataluk Cultural Trail

Cape Conran on the Bataluk Trail. (Image: Visit Victoria)

The Bataluk Cultural Trail winds through East Gippsland like a thread stitching past to present, tracing the deep connection between the Gunaikurnai people and their land. Starting at the Knob Reserve in Stratford, visitors walk among scarred trees and ancient stone tools once used for survival and ceremony. At the Den of Nargun near Mitchell River, the earth holds stories of women’s sacred spaces, cloaked in myth and legend. Further along, Legend Rock at Metung tells of greed and consequence, its surface etched with ancient lore. At Cape Conran, shell middens lie scattered like breadcrumbs of history – 10,000 years of gatherings, stories and saltwater songs still echoing in the wind.

Healesville Sanctuary

Set on the historic grounds of Coranderrk Aboriginal Station, Healesville Sanctuary honours the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation through immersive storytelling and connection to Country. Along Wurundjeri Walk, visitors are invited to reflect on the land’s rich First Peoples history, with native plants revealing their traditional uses. Wurundjeri Elder and educator Murrundindi shares culture in-person with the Wominjeka Aboriginal Cultural Experience every Sunday, and most days during Victorian school holidays. Murrundindi’s smoking ceremonies, storytelling and bush tucker knowledge reveal the sacred relationship between people, animals and the environment. Bird-lovers can’t miss the incredible Spirits of the Sky show featuring native birds daily at 12pm and 3pm.

The Grampians

Known as Gariwerd to Traditional Owners, the Grampians is a place of immense cultural and spiritual significance. This rugged landscape holds more than 80 per cent of Victoria’s known First Peoples rock art, offering a powerful window into the region’s deep heritage. Visitors can respectfully explore five remarkable rock art sites: Billimina and Ngamadjidj in the Wartook Valley, Manja Shelter near Hamilton, Gulgurn Manja shelter near Laharum, and the Bunjil Shelter near Stawell, where the creator spirit is depicted. Each site tells a unique story of connection to Country, shared through ancient handprints, dancing figures and Dreaming narratives etched into stone.

The best wineries and distilleries in Echuca Moama

Forget the usual wine trails – these sister towns know how to drink, and they’re quietly becoming one of the country’s most rewarding places to do so.

In short

1. Cape Horn Vineyard & Riverside Bar, Echuca

2. Morrisons Winery, Moama

3. The Old School Winery & Meadery, Womboota

4. St Anne’s Winery, Echuca

5. Bandicoot Brewing, Echuca

6. Echuca Distillery, Echuca

7. St Anne’s Winery, Moama

8. Two Lads Brewing, Moama

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Unforgettable First Peoples tours and experiences in Victoria

From ancient aquaculture systems to sacred rock art shelters, Victoria’s First Peoples cultural experiences offer a powerful connection to one of the world’s oldest living cultures – where every site, story and smoking ceremony invites a deeper understanding of the land beneath your feet.

Budj Bim cultural landscape

Dumawul Kooyoora Walking Tour

Kingfisher Cruises

wawa biik

Bataluk Cultural Trail

Healesville Sanctuary

The Grampians

Forget the usual wine trails – these sister towns know how to drink, and they’re quietly becoming one of the country’s most rewarding places to do so.

In short

1. Cape Horn Vineyard & Riverside Bar, Echuca

2. Morrisons Winery, Moama

3. The Old School Winery & Meadery, Womboota

4. St Anne’s Winery, Echuca

5. Bandicoot Brewing, Echuca

6. Echuca Distillery, Echuca

7. St Anne’s Winery, Moama

8. Two Lads Brewing, Moama

The ultimate two-day Echuca Moama itinerary for families

Australia’s first 5-star overnight paddle steamer is coming to the Murray

The best cafes, restaurants and bars in Echuca Moama

The best accommodation for a comfortable stay in Echuca Moama

From ancient aquaculture systems to sacred rock art shelters, Victoria’s First Peoples cultural experiences offer a powerful connection to one of the world’s oldest living cultures – where every site, story and smoking ceremony invites a deeper understanding of the land beneath your feet.

Budj Bim cultural landscape

Dumawul Kooyoora Walking Tour

Kingfisher Cruises

wawa biik

Bataluk Cultural Trail

Healesville Sanctuary

The Grampians

From ancient aquaculture systems to sacred rock art shelters, Victoria’s First Peoples cultural experiences offer a powerful connection to one of the world’s oldest living cultures – where every site, story and smoking ceremony invites a deeper understanding of the land beneath your feet.