We acknowledge the original custodians of these lands. The people of the rivers and the hills have walked these lands for thousands of years as well as today,
and we pay respects to the elders of the past, present and emerging.

Accommodation

Perhaps thereโ€™s something in the water. Generation after generation continue to make Rutherglen home. The beautiful surroundings, fresh air and relaxed temperament may also have something to do with it. Much like the wines though, Rutherglenโ€™s accommodation options arenโ€™t done by halves.

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Short Walks with a Story

Every story has a walk and every walk has a story. Explore the many easy trails with stunning views of grapevines, bright yellow canola fields, awe-inspiring, ancient River Red Gums. Places with deep connections to First Australians and to the pioneers of wine.

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Ride

Bike trails around Rutherglen connect wineries to cellar doors and historically significant landmarks to special moments in time. Romantic riverbank afternoons are made easy by the gentle geography of the area.

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Food

Whatโ€™s wine without food? Pretty good you say. Well, when itโ€™s with food itโ€™s really good. When that food is grown, reared, produced and made with little to no food miles, then itโ€™s excellent. World-class chefs and super-proud bakers vie for your attention in and around Rutherglen.

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Wine

Beginning over 160 years ago, the first farmers and winemakers began planting and experimenting with the land around Rutherglen. And while for many it was the promise of gold deep in the ground, the true wealth, it would be said was found in the top few inches of rich, loamy soil.

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Muscat Mile

It’s time to venture to the dark side, and discover Muscat of Rutherglen; a secret drink that sits somewhere between a wine and spirit. There is nothing quite like it anywhere in the world – rich, complex, mysterious and full of flavour.

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Find Your Activity

There are so many things to do, events to enjoy, and ways to explore Rutherglen, whether imbibing some of the worldโ€™s best fortifieds along the Muscat Mile or cheering on the rowers at Australiaโ€™s oldest regatta. See below to discover it all.

Rutherglen Wine Region

On this Rutherglen winery tour, you will visit four or five of Rutherglenโ€™s finest wineries and cellar doors. Each tour…

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Arts Rutherglen Sculpture Trail Walk

In 2008 local community group, Arts Rutherglen, wanted to bring some art and culture to Rutherglen and the surrounding areas.…

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The Cellar Door Loop

โ€ข Starting at the Rutherglen Wine Experience, set out along the sealed rail trail. A gentle 9km takes you through…

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Rutherglen Gold Battery

The Rutherglen Gold Battery is located on the northern fringe of the township, an easy walk from the centre of…

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Cofield Wines

Cofield Wines is a boutique, family owned and operated winery, located in the heart of the Rutherglen wine district. The…

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Carlyle Bushland Reserve Walking Tracks

The Carlyle Bushland Reserve is a magic place full of bushland birds and kangaroos. It is a place to enjoy…

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The Muscat Mile No. 6 Lake Moodemere Estate

Lake Moodemere Estate is North East Victoriaโ€™s first Sustainably Certified vineyard. All our wines are made with minimal intervention. The…

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Rutherglen Market

The Rutherglen Market brings together all that is seasonal, regional and beautiful about produce in North-East Victoria. Held on the…

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Murray to Mountains Rail Trail Walk – Rutherglen to Wahgunyah

In a wine region blessed with abundant sunshine and long languid summers, a stroll along the Murray to Mountains Rail…

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Rutherglen Gold Battery Walk

The Rutherglen Gold Battery was erected in 1908 for the purpose of crushing quartz from nearby reefs to extract gold.…

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Immerse Yourself in the History of Muscat

For the lover of Rutherglen Muscat and its history. A guided tour walking among 100 year-old casks in the old…

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Jones Winery, Vineyard and Restaurant

On Jones Road, Rutherglen, the Jones family traditions of grape growing, winemaking and cooking have been kept alive for six…

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The Muscat Mile No. 9 Scion

Explore the rich tradition of Rutherglen muscats alongside Scionโ€™s modern interpretation of this regional speciality. Scion is a progressive winery…

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Behind the Scenes at Gooramadda Olives

Ever wondered what’s involved in running an olive grove or what happens behind the scenes? Venture into the grove and…

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Daisy Cow Soap and Skincare

Daisy Cow Soap and Skincare is your premier destination in Rutherglen for handcrafted, natural soap, and skincare products. As the…

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Roam Rutherglen Winery Walkabout

The June long weekend festival is certainly one not to be missed, in Rutherglen. Roam Rutherglen, itโ€™s the place on…

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Anderson Winery

Howard Anderson established Anderson Winery in 1993, after 30 years experience in the industry – including 15 years as winemaker…

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The Other Place at Rutherglen

This vibrant cafรฉ serves a selection of breakfast and lunch meals right in the heart of Rutherglen. Enjoy fresh, locally…

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The Police Paddocks

The Police Paddocksย is a naturally formed island that was used to rest police horses in the late 1800’s. The island…

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Winemakers of Rutherglen takes a regional approach to sustainable winegrowing and winemaking practices. Our investment in the Sustainable Winegrowing Australia Program is testament to our ongoing commitment in ensuring that we leave our land in better shape for future generations.

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History

From Generation to Generation

It has been said that while Rutherglen was founded as a gold rush town, the real wealth existed in the few inches of topsoil, made rich and fertile by the Murray River and Lake Moodemere.

For more than 160 years winemakers and their families have called Rutherglen home and this special layer of dirt has produced vineyards and internationally acclaimed wines, from fortifieds and complex reds to new styles and varietals by a new and adventurous generation of makers and minds, staking their claim on the luscious soil.

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How to Find Us

Only 300kms from Melbourne and 600kms from Sydney, Rutherglen is accessible by road, by air into Albury and by rail to Wangaratta.

Walking through our gate is an invitation to share in the richness of our lives, the beauty of our landscape, and the bounty of Estate Grown produce.

Michael Chambers, LAKE MOODEMERE ESTATE

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Rev your engines and get ready for the ultimate weekend at the Rutherglen Rumble! 

Saturday kicks off with a swap meet from 8:00am โ€“ 4:00pm, followed by live music from local band Lucy at 5:00pm. Then, cosy up for a nostalgic drive-in movie experience featuring 'Running on Empty' (1988) after sundown.

Food vans and stalls will be available all day, or take a short stroll to Main Street to refuel at one of Rutherglenโ€™s many cafes, restaurants or hotels before returning to the showgrounds. 

On Sunday, get ready for the Rutherglen Rumble Car Bike Show 'n' Shine Meet, incorporating the Deni Shovel Muster and Tattoo Show for some extra excitement.

All funds raised will go to support Gateway Health and Rutherglen Agricultural Society.

Itโ€™ll be a roaring good time - see you there! 

๐Ÿ“ Rutherglen Showgrounds, 171 High Street, Rutherglen 
๐Ÿ“… Saturday 6 and Sunday
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