About Punt Road
Punt Road Wines is proudly owned and operated by the Napoleone family and they, along with winemaker Tim Shand, bring a wealth of experience and palpable passion for wine that is reflected in every product made. Brothers Joe and Michael Napoleone have been living and working in the Yarra Valley all their lives. They are passionate fruit growers and wine producers with a team of loyal and dedicated staff.
Tim joined Punt Road as winemaker in 2014, having formerly worked at neighboring Giant Steps in Yarra Valley; as well as vintages at Domaine Dujac in Burgundy and Château Margaux in Bordeaux, and stints in Chianti, Oregon and Chile. Already his deft hand is showing results, with the 2015 Napoleone Vineyard Shiraz winning the Trevor Mast Trophy for Best Shiraz (out of 780 tasted) at the Royal Melbourne Wine Awards in late 2016.
Punt Road’s Napoleone Vineyard was planted in 1987 in Coldstream, the heart of the Yarra Valley in Victoria. Covering around 50 acres, the vineyard is planted to Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. Aspects vary across the site all the way from south facing to north facing with soils clay loam to sandy clay loam. The different aspects in turn provide varied microclimates, an important factor in growing a broad range of varieties.
Initially fruit was sold to various producers around the Valley but in 1999, a modern winery was built on the Napoleone Vineyard site. Today, the modern winemaking facility processes fruit sourced from over 75 hectares of privately-owned vineyards that have been planted with varieties best suited to each site. Varietals include Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Gamay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz.
The Punt Road range was first released to the market in 2001 with great success. Only small parcels of the best estate-grown fruit (from the oldest vines) are used for this range. These wines show concentration and complexity but are balanced by regional elegance.
Additionally, the winery releases an Airlie Bank range of wines including Cabernet Franc and Pinot Gris rose.
Join us for Wine & Wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary
zoosvictoria Healesville Sanctuary is teaming up with wineyarravalley Fireside Yarra Valley to bring you a winter wonderland of wine, food, and live music this weekend!
Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th September, 11am - 5pm
- Warm up by the open fires and enjoy delicious wines from Airlie Bank, including some of our fresh 2023 releases
- Wander around the Sanctuary and meet some of our furry friends
- Live acoustic music will be playing throughout the day
- Tickets are on sale now! Visit the Healesville Sanctuary website for more information - link in bio
We are excited to announce that Punt Road Winery is the Winery of the Month at the acclaimed restaurant, Meletos
To celebrate, we are cohosting a special Winemaker Dinner on Sunday, July 30th. This is a unique opportunity to enjoy a selection of our wines paired with a three-course banquet menu. Our winemaker Jarrod Johnson will host the dinner and guide you through the wines, including our newly released, trophy-winning Block 3 Cabernet and share his insights into our vineyards and winemaking.
Book via Meletos website (link in bio) or by phoning (03) 8727 3030
Find Us at the Yarra Valley Farmers Market this Sunday!
Our cart will be loaded of delightful Argentinian treats to enjoy whilst visiting the market.
*Alfajor Traditional
* Alfajor de Chocolate
*Alfajor de Nuez
* Coconut Cookies
* Blueberry and Lavender Cookies
and...
Our Dulce de Leche Artesanal, which you can also taste!
Come and join us for a fantastic day at this stunning location.
See you there 😊 ❣️
Come eat with us at the fabulous Yarra Valley Farmers Market and enjoy some delicious sweet and savoury artisan crêpes!
TODAY - SUNDAY 18 JUNE
9am to 1:30pm
10 St Huberts Road Coldstream
More info @ https://www.facebook.com/yarravalleyfarmersmarket
Happy Eating!
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PACK A PICNIC
We love picnics and puntrdwines is one of the best places to bring the family, picnic rug, dog (on-leash) and your BYO picnic lunch. BYO food only.
Join them any day of the week between 10:00am and 5:00pm to enjoy wine by the glass or bottle in their cellar-door garden. Their wines are made on-site to complete your delicious food. What’s in your picnic pack?
The next Yarra Valley Farmers Market is THIS SUNDAY 16 APRIL celebrating their 25th Anniversary!
The market will run from 9am to 1:30pm held on the beautiful grounds at Punt Road Winery.
Join in all the fun of a traditional local farmers market held all year round with nothing but fresh produce and quality products made here in the Yarra Valley.
We`ll be there dishing up beautiful sweet and savoury artisan crêpes featuring Yarra Valley produce, including apples grown right in the orchards surrounding the market!
Heaps of vegan options this week!
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Sunrise over the Yarra Valley went off the charts this morning. 🌅🌄🍁🍂
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Join us this Sunday for the yarravalley_farmersmarket - it`s the markets 25th anniversary and we`re honoured to be part of the festivities. With a record number of stalls, live music, face painting and more, this Sunday 9 - 1:30pm at 10 St Huberts Rd Coldstream. 🥂
Plenty of car parking is available with mini buses running from the overflow car park at Red Rich Fruits direct to the market.
BYOP – Bring Your Own Picnic
Did we tell you that we love picnics at Punt Road [and NapoleoneCider ]?
Bring the family, picnic rug, dog (on-leash pups thanks), and your picnic lunch. Join us any day of the week between 10 and 5 to enjoy wine by the bottle in our wine garden [and orchard bar courtyard]. No outside alcoholic beverages please – we have a few of ours to show you 😜
Photo by laurenbertacchiniphoto
SAVE THE DATE!
We`re so excited to be back at yarravalley_farmersmarket on Sunday, 16th April, at puntrdwines in Coldstream and celebrate their 25th Anniversary with all of you.
Add it to your calendar and come to spend a fantastic day with your loved ones.
We can`t wait! See you there ❣️ 😊
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We would like to wish you all a very Happy Easter this weekend as we look forward to spending some quality time with family and friends!
HOLIDAY OPENING HOURS
The Kookaberry farmgate will be open with fresh strawberries and figs from 9am to 5pm tomorrow, Thursday and Saturday and CLOSED Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
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