Tar & Roses - A Premier Winery in Central Victoria

Located in the heart of Central Victoria, Tar & Roses is celebrated as one of the region's top wineries. Drawing inspiration from Mediterranean traditions, this winery offers a unique Australian twist on classic winemaking.

Heritage of Classic Varietals

The founders, Don Lewis and Narelle King, began their winemaking careers in Priorat, Spain, where they developed a passion for Mediterranean varietals. This experience ignited their desire to cultivate these grapes in their home region of Central Victoria. Don Lewis made his mark in the Australian wine industry by winning the prestigious 1991 Jimmy Watson Trophy, and his legacy continues through Tar & Roses' commitment to Italian and Spanish varietals, including the renowned ‘Lewis’ Riesling.

Diverse Wine Selection

At Tar & Roses, each wine reflects the unique terroir of the region, showcasing the quality of the fruit and meticulous care in the winemaking process. The winery cultivates a variety of grapes, including Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Prosecco, Nebbiolo Rosé, Shiraz, Tempranillo, Sangiovese, and Nebbiolo. These grapes are carefully fermented and matured in the cellars to create exceptional wines.

Tar & Roses specializes in producing a range of wines, including red, white, rosé, and sparkling options.

Experiences to book at Tar & Roses Winery

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Jordann Williams
September 14, 2024
Had dinner here last night with Dom as our server. He told us he had only been there for a few weeks but he was so knowledgeable about the entire menu, we would have never guessed! He was great and gave us recommendations that we were so happy we went with. I would recommend this spot for everyone again and again.
Vivian Amy Haynes
June 25, 2018
Expensive, but the food is excellent.
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Location

Location 61 Vickers Lane, Nagambie, Victoria, 3608, Australia

Region

Nagambie Lakes, Victoria, Australia

Spoken Languages

Services

Reduced Mobility Access
Pets Allowed
Bus Parking

Wine types

Red Wine
White Wine
Rose Wine
Sparkling Wine
Sweet Wine
Fortified Wine
Spirits

Grape varieties

Pinot Grigio
Riesling
Prosecco
Nebbiolo Rose
Shiraz
Tempranillo
Sangiovese
Nebbiolo

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Sasha M
Reviewed on March 8, 2025

This New American-style restaurant was our choice for a special occasion. While we had made a reservation, we were seated at a table right by the entrance, which wasn’t ideal. For appetizers, we had pita bread with beet dressing made with yogurt, which was a nice start. For the main course, we shared a whole fried fish (snapper)and an dried-aged ribeye steak. The fish was massive, perfectly fried, and had a notably tender texture in the head compared to the body. It paired excellently with the seasoned soba noodles. The aged ribeye had a deep, rich flavor, with the aging process really enhancing the taste. However, for $100 for two people, the portion felt a bit small. We enjoyed these dishes with a glass of red wine, which complemented the meal beautifully. To finish, we chose the chocolate tar bar dessert out of three options. It was absolutely divine—the combination of caramel-flavored ice cream, rich chocolate, and crunchy nuts made for a luxurious treat. The food was truly delicious, and I’d definitely recommend this place to friends!

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Vanesse Della Torre
Reviewed on December 5, 2024

Such a great spot in the neighborhood, not sure how I haven’t been here before! Great atmosphere for a date night, the service was very knowledgeable of the wine selection and menu and overall just awesome. We ordered the bone marrow and charred gem salad to start and omg that salad was to die for. Bone marrow was pretty straightforward but good. For our mains we had the lamb shank and the duck breast. Both were fab but I preferred the lamb shank while my boyfriend liked the duck better which is funny because he ordered the lamb and I ordered the duck haha o would’ve loved to try the oxtail dumplings which our table neighbors recommended but my bf is gluten-sensitive so I will def come back with my gluten-tolerant friends to try more of the menu!

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Andrew
Reviewed on September 15, 2024

This restaurant has a lot of hype, but I think it lived up to it! We came here with a group of 4, which is the right amount to try a bunch of different dishes. It’s best to share food family-style here. Everything differs in size so some items are just a few bites but some are more filling. The tables are a bit close together but the staff will try to accommodate if you want to sit somewhere else. We recommend out back on the patio for some more space.

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Jordann Williams
Reviewed on September 14, 2024

Had dinner here last night with Dom as our server. He told us he had only been there for a few weeks but he was so knowledgeable about the entire menu, we would have never guessed! He was great and gave us recommendations that we were so happy we went with. I would recommend this spot for everyone again and again.

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Pol Fageda
Reviewed on August 28, 2024

Very good food and good location. The music is too loud, which does not allow for good conversations or proper communication with the waiter.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tar & Roses Winery

Where is Tar & Roses Winery located?

Tar & Roses Winery is located in Nagambie Lakes, Australia

What type of wines does Tar & Roses Winery produce?

Tar & Roses Winery produces Red Wine, White Wine, Rose Wine, Sparkling Wine, Sweet Wine, Fortified Wine, Spirits.

What grape varieties do they plant at Tar & Roses Winery?

At Tar & Roses Winery, they cultivate Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Prosecco, Nebbiolo Rose, Shiraz, Tempranillo, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo.

What languages do they speak at the Tar & Roses Winery?

At Tar & Roses Winery they speak English.

Do they produce organic wines at Tar & Roses Winery?

No, Tar & Roses Winery is not an organic wine producer.