About
De Bortoli's Rutherglen estate is based in a stunning historic building dating to 1886 — formerly the Seppelts winery — in the heart of Rutherglen, Victoria. The cellar door offers seated tastings or bench-side pours of Rutherglen's signature wines including Shiraz, Durif (Shiraz-Durif blends), and barrel-aged fortified Tawny, with an indigenous art gallery woven through the space. The estate holds Sustainable Winegrowing Australia (SWA) certification across all vineyards but is not certified organic or biodynamic. A restaurant (Tuileries), boutique accommodation, and conference facilities are available on-site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are De Bortoli Rutherglen wines organic?
De Bortoli Rutherglen is not currently certified organic or biodynamic. The estate holds Sustainable Winegrowing Australia (SWA) certification, which recognises best-practice environmental, social, and economic sustainability across all vineyards.
What wines are produced at De Bortoli Rutherglen?
The Rutherglen estate is known for its Shiraz, Durif (and Shiraz-Durif blends), and fortified wines including barrel-aged Tawny. The estate's fortified wines have won recognition at international competitions including the Global Fortified Masters.
What facilities are available at De Bortoli Rutherglen?
The estate offers seated cellar door tastings with cheese and produce platters, an indigenous art gallery, a restaurant (Tuileries), boutique accommodation, and conference facilities — all set within a beautifully restored 1886 heritage building.
How do I book a tasting at De Bortoli Rutherglen?
Tastings can be booked via the SevenRooms platform on the De Bortoli website, or by calling +61 2 6033 6100. The cellar door is at 13–35 Drummond Street, Rutherglen VIC 3685.