Nestled in the Moorabool Valley on the outskirts of Geelong, there is an abundance of local producers in our own backyard. We’ve found some of the best markets in the region, full of local creations and produce. We love supporting local, and these markets emphasise just that!

We think our Admin department makes an incredible team, and are crucial in ensuring each day at Idyll runs smoothly. From processing all the bills, processing wages for 100+ staff weekly, preparing all financial reporting and sending stock across the nation to Australian supermarket chains, our Admin department is kept rather busy. Meet Allison, Elissa, Lauren and Tayla as they tell you more about being part of Idyll Wine Co!

Idyll Wine Co has a proven history of integrating sustainable practices into our operations. As we continue to grow, our focus on being a sustainable and responsible business does too. We continue to optimise the resources behind our operation in a variety of ways, and continue to focus on minimising our environmental impact.

Idyll Wine Co.’s latest installation project - an automated basket and cluster wrap machine for cider & RTD products has been installed and commissioned. This is a leap forward in our packaging capabilities as it automates the process of forming saleable 4 or 6 packs for our bottled Cider and RTD products.

We are delighted to officially announce that Idyll’s packaging capacity is continuing to grow. The recent installation and commissioning, of our brand new Keg Line continues the diversification journey of Idyll Wine Co. This new keg line is an addition to our existing packaging facility, that is comprised of two state of the art bottling lines and canning lines.

Even if you’re usually a summer lover, winter is a great time to slow down and get cozy. One of our favorite things to do when it’s cold outside? Enjoy great food (and wine) with great company! We’ve rounded up some of our favorite foodie feeds to inspire your winter menu this season.

We have curated some of the best, must try winter cocktails using our signature Idyll Victoria and Arcadian wine ranges. These wines are superb on their own, but we’ve used the cooler months to create some incredible Winter cocktails sure to satisfy your next dinner party guests.

We recently celebrated another year of ranking amongst the Top 10 biggest wine companies in Australia by sales of branded wine. Thanks to a massive team effort, strategic capability diversification and venturing out into new beverage categories, we are proud to be maintaining our growth trajectory despite a tough 2020. Thanks to our industry media network for celebrating with us! Check us out below being featured in Food & Beverage Industry News, Drinks Digest, National Liquor News and Drinks Trade.

Our talented Winemakers, Cellar Supervisors, Laboratory Technicians and Vintage staff have completed another Vintage season. This year we crushed over 10,000 tonnes of fruit, and managed lingering effects of the Covid19 pandemic. Read below for a behind the scenes look at Vintage 2021 with Idyll Wine Co.

Idyll Wine Co has a strong track record of integrating sustainable and responsible practices into our business. We are particularly dedicated to minimizing the impact our packaging has on the environment. By working with our innovative industry partners, we’ve been able to lessen the impact our packaging has on the environment even further.

Based in Lara, our Warehouse and Logistics Team are the critical conduit between our manufacturing facility and Idyll Wine Co customers all over the world. Logistics Coordinator Kaine’s team including Elliot, Wazza, Greg and Chris are the gatekeepers for every bottle of wine and can of brew produced at our Moorabool winery and brewery. The Lara team share some impressive insights ahead of another big year at Idyll Wine Co.

Michael is Idyll Wine Co’s second longest serving employee and is celebrating 21 years in the business. From being one of the first staff back in 2000 to managing a company of 127 staff alongside fellow Executive Director Andrew Byers, we caught up with Michael to reflect on his past 21 years.

For most businesses in Australia (and beyond!), 2020 presented a new suite of challenges and opportunities. As we get set to embark upon Vintage 2021, we’re reflecting on the year that was, and looking ahead to what 2021 has in store at Idyll Wine Co.

Idyll Wine Co’s Executive Director Andrew Byers featured in the Herald Sun and Geelong Advertiser on Wednesday December 9th, 2020. The story written by Tamsin Rose and photographed by Alex Coppel encourages Australian’s to enjoy great quality wine from ‘their own backyards’ this silly season and in doing so, support local business. Read the full stories below.

Toni, Jo-Hanna and Rob are the creatives behind some of our best vineyard and winery shots at Idyll Wine Co! Toni has been our Laboratory Manager for almost 4 years, Jo-Hanna has been a Cellar Hand for just over a year and Rob is also a Cellar Hand as well as helping out with pruning and vineyard maintenance. We caught up with Toni, Jo-Hanna and Rob to hear about their experiences from inside the winery.

Our Cellar Door is small but mighty, punching well above it’s weight in our local Geelong Wine Region. And as with any family business, it’s all hands on deck when it comes to running our Cellar Door. We caught up with Elissa, Sarah and Shannon to see what the Cellar Door is looking like post-lockdown.

Our recycling initiatives aren’t limited to just our packaging and consumables. One of our most innovative recycling programs involves turning grape waste into a nutrient rich compost!

You might already know Toby as our Senior Winemaker at Idyll Wine Co, but did you know that Toby is also our Head Brewer? Responsible for all things cider and ginger beer, Toby gives us an insight into what it takes to make some of Australia’s favourite brews!

After flying the Idyll Wine Co flag for almost ten years, we caught up with International Sales Manager James McDonnell to hear what it’s like to travel the world to talk about wine!

Vintage is always an action packed time at Idyll Wine Co, and 2020 was no exception. This year we crushed over 13,000 tonnes of fruit, pushed through problematic rain and navigated our way through Covid19 We caught up with Senior Winemaker Toby as we close out another Idyll Wine Co Vintage.