Darling Park

Darling Park’s driveway descends a hill to the cellar door, leaving the bustle of the main road well behind. There’s a slight, fairy-tale feel in this forest clearing.

The cellar door has a pointy tower, undulating mosaic `landscapes’ grace a little children’s area outside, and wine labels feature fantasies by leading artists. Further down, a little grassy sward by Dunn’s Creek has picnic tables, and a well-tended vineyard climbs back up the hill from the winery. Wine quality is very good, the atmosphere is magical.

Established: 1989

Owners: Liberman Family

Open: 11am-5pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday and Public Holidays

Wines: Sparklings, Pinot Gris, pinot gris-Viognier, Viognier, Chardonnay, Rosé, Pinot Noir, Shiraz, late harvest Pinot gris.

Price: $19.00-$33.00

Food: Regional sharing platter featuring Red Hill Cheeses and Peninsula produce.

Functions: Up to 20 people for mid-week corporate functions.