Greg and Natala searched for 18 months looking at 45 properties before deciding on the current Flynns Wines vineyard site which is located 13kms north of the Heathcote township on a strip of the red cambrian period soil that is sort after for vineyard establishment.

We started establishing the vineyard from scratch in 1998. Undertaking all the work ourselves we put in 2000 trellising posts, strained 50kms of trellis wire and built a barn that would eventually be the winery. We have now gained a grass roots following for our wines particularly from the many visitors we have welcomed through cellar door and by consistently providing our customers with quality wines that reflect individuality and Heathcote regional characteristics.
 
It's also very encouraging to receive some recognition by industry leaders like James Halliday in his 2008 Wine Companion (5 out of 5 stars for the winery and one of the ten best new wineries). We are a little unusual in the current wine industry because we grow grapes, make the wine and sell the wine ourselves through Cellar Door and good independent restaurants retailers across Australia. The majority of vineyards will only undertake one or two of these areas. But we think this gives us better control of the process from start to finish.
 
A year ago we built the Heathcotean Bistro which is attached to the winery, so that we could offer visitors to the cellar Door a great wine, food, and Heathcote experience. Have a tasting at cellar door with the winemaker before enjoying the gourmet menu using quality fresh ingredients sourced from our own kitchen garden, orchard and local producers which is matched to wines that compliment the food. The wine list also includes our own wines, both current and back vintages and other domestic and international wines. Located next to the winery and cellar door the bistro has a seasonal menu that uses fresh produce from our kitchen garden, orchard and local producers. Changing with each season the inspiration for the menu comes from the freshest produce available and is matched to a carefully selected wine list of Flynns Wines and other local, domestic and international wines.The bistro and courtyard ambiance is enhanced by views looking over the vineyard, Mt Ida and Mt Camel in the distance. " A comfy little place serving food with big city flair, using local produce, and home- grown fruits and veggies" Ralph-Kyte Powell
 
FUNCTIONS We also cater for functions e.g. wine groups including vineyard tours and tastings with the winemaker, engagement parties, small weddings, corporate days, family get togethers, cocktail style functions or seated dining. Please contact us for any of your function requirements or special arrangements.
 
CELLAR DOOR -
Cellar Door open 11.30 to 4 Sat/Sun & public holidaysBistro open 12pm to 4 pm Sat/Sun & public holidays