Food & Drink

Kate Hill Wines

Boutique cool-climate winery with an intimate cellar door just outside Huonville. Elegant wines, tasting platters & wine club perks in a scenic vineyard setting.

Kate Hill Wines

Nestled just outside Huonville, Kate Hill Wines is a small cellar door that punches well above its weight in elegance and atmosphere. Producing cool-climate wines, the vineyard is serene, the tasting room intimate, and the focus is always on quality. Whether you’re a wine aficionado or just reading the vineyard landscape, Kate Hill offers a refined slice of Huon Valley wine life.

What to Taste & See

Kate Hill’s portfolio shines with Pinot Noir, but you’ll also find other varietals suited to the region’s climate, all crafted with attention. The tasting room offers wine flights matched with little tasting platters—cheese, crackers, local produce—to let the wines breathe and show off their textures and aromas. The vineyard itself is pretty: neat rows, gentle slopes, vistas of nearby hills, and spots to sit, sip, and soak in the view.

Visitor Info & Atmosphere

The cellar door is at 21 Dowlings Road, Huonville TAS 7109 and telephone contact is +61 3 6224 2006. Open to the public 11am-4pm, Wednesday through Sunday; closed Mondays & Tuesdays in winter (confirm via the website in case of seasonal changes). Private tastings can be arranged by appointment. The shop on site carries their full wine range, and wine club members receive perks like exclusive releases and discounts.

Tips for Visitors

Go later in the afternoon when the light softens over the vines—perfect for photos and savoury wine tasting. If you’re planning a weekend visit, arriving just after opening helps you avoid crowds. Pair your stop here with nearby food: bring a picnic or plan to eat nearby if you don’t want to linger only for drinks. Drive safely—if you’re tasting, organise transport or limit your wine intake. And have a look ahead on the website for wine club offers or seasonal events—they sometimes host special tastings or pairing nights.

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