Vineyard experiences

What vineyard experiences can we book near Daylesford?

At Mt Franklin Estate in Franklinford, near Daylesford, our Vibes in the Vines experiences take you from vine to glass. Explore the vineyard on a guided walk, discover the varieties we grow and taste five estate-grown wines. Choose from four experiences:

• Intimate Vine-to-Glass Tasting — 1–4 guests, $30 per person. Walk through the vineyard with your guide during this one-hour masterclass, with five estate wines, estate olives and cheese.
• Vines with Friends — 5 or more guests, $25 per person. Gather your group for a one-hour guided vineyard masterclass. Taste five estate wines together, accompanied by estate olives and cheese.
• Gourmet Vines Experience — 10–20 guests, $20 per person for the tasting plus $150 for a Long Paddock Gourmet cheese platter to share or a Daylesford Gourmet Hamper for $199 with a wide selection of local produce. This guided vine-to-glass masterclass pairs five estate wines with a shared platter for the group.
• Private Picnic in the Vines — 2–20 guests, minimum booking $300. Settle into your own private spot among the vines for two hours. We set out picnic rugs, flowers and music before you arrive. A five-wine estate tasting and a Daylesford Gourmet sharing platter are included.

Bookings are essential. View the four vineyard experiences and request your preferred date.

Accommodation and caravan stays near Daylesford

Can we stay overnight at Mt Franklin Estate in our own caravan?

Yes. If you’re travelling with your own fully equipped caravan, you can arrange an overnight stay at Mt Franklin Estate in Franklinford, near Daylesford. The indicative rate is $80 per night. Please contact us before arrival so we can confirm availability, the nightly rate and site access for your caravan.

Can we book a wine masterclass or order a cheese platter during our stay?

Yes. You can arrange a platter with Long Paddock cheese and estate olives, book a Vibes in the Vines wine masterclass or purchase wine during your stay. When you enquire, let us know what you’d like to add so we can confirm availability and pricing for your dates. Explore our vineyard masterclasses and picnics.

When will fully equipped caravan sites be available?

Fully equipped caravan sites are planned from April 2027. If you’re planning a stay, please send us your preferred dates, the number of guests and any facilities you need. We’ll confirm what’s available for your visit.

Contact Mt Franklin Estate about a caravan stay.

Personalised curated wine club

Wine Woman World Wine Club

Can I get a monthly wine selection chosen for my taste?

Yes. Nikki Knights personally chooses your wines each month using your Wine Profile. Tell her which regions, grape varieties and styles you love, what you tend to avoid and what you’d like to explore. If you enjoy crisp Italian whites, for example, or want to discover a lighter red, that gives Nikki a starting point for your next selection.

How much is the wine club, and is delivery included?

Choose from four monthly six-bottle packs. Each pack is priced at least 30% below the combined usual retail prices of the wines inside, with free Australia-wide delivery on your monthly shipment.

• Explorer — $100 per month
• Enthusiast — $150 per month
• Collector — $200 per month
• Connoisseur — $250 per month

How do I tell Nikki which wines I like?

Visit the Wine Club page and select Discover Your Wine Profile. The form takes about three to five minutes. You only need to fill it out once for Nikki to start building your monthly selections around your preferences.

Last updated: 11 November 2026