Swinging Gate Vineyard

Our old vines are an expression of the delicate landscape and climatic conditions of the premium end of the Tamar Valley. Through minimal intervention and a lot of hard work, we create wines from these grapes that exude the honesty, passion, care, imagination and science that we put into every drop. We hope that you enjoy drinking our creative and delicious wines as much as we’ve enjoyed making them.

“The gates are swinging again”. After a period of 15 years the vineyard has reopened with a new identity and we can again sample the complex wines from vines that were planted over 20 years ago. Located in the premium area of the Tamar Valley, Swinging Gate Vineyard sits just above the mist, with cool nights and a sunny aspect creating the perfect environmental conditions to produce premium wine.

It’s been a long time between drinks but well worth waiting for.

After purchasing the property in 2014, we have been working hard to rejuvenate the vines to their former glory. We have also transformed the machinery shed into our own Cellar Door and Day Spa, offering the public the access to relax and enjoy the experience that we so lovingly get to experience every day. 

Our old vines are an expression of the delicate landscape and climatic conditions of the premium end of the Tamar Valley. Through minimal intervention and a lot of hard work, we create wines from these grapes that exude the honesty, passion, care, imagination, and science that we put into every drop. We hope that you enjoy drinking our creative and delicious wines as much as we’ve enjoyed making them.

Cheers,

Doug, Corrie & Nellie

Your dome away from home

TASMANIA’S MOST UNIQUE GLAMPING EXPERIENCE

Domescapes is an exciting way to experience a little slice of Tasmania, whilst enjoying magnificent panoramic views, and savouring some of the islands’ delights. Upon arrival, unwind by taking a stroll amongst the vines, or relax and soak up the panoramic views from the comfort of your private dome, complete with ensuite (now that’s glamping in style!), whilst enjoying selected Tasmanian wines, and a yummy Tasmanian cheese platter.

Guests are encouraged to visit the Swinging Gate Cellar Door for a free wine tasting and meet world-famous Nellie, and of course chat with Doug, who among many things, can share a world of knowledge on the winemaking process, and sample some of the finest wines in the region.

After exploring the wonderful Tamar Wine Region you can relax and soak up the views from your own outdoor bathtub (available with some domes) on your deck while you enjoy another wine and roast marshmallows in the firepit. It doesn’t get any better than this.

For the explorer in you

FROM $920 PER COUPLE FOR THE WEEKEND 

This Domescape experience is perfect for the explorer looking to make the most of a short period of time in the North of the state. With Swinging Gate Vineyard as your accommodation base, you will spend their first evening with a Tasmania Cheese Platter and wine tasting, while discussing the winemaking process with Doug and the team.

The following day; set out and visit some of the recommended wine route vineyards with Tasmanian Wine and Cheese Tours and be dropped back to your dome-away-from-home for a later afternoon tipple to celebrate the end of your 2-night Domescapes Tamar Wine Lovers Experience.