390 Happy Valley Road, Myrtleford VIC 3737

Souter's Vineyard is a 22 acre property that sits at the foothills of the Victorian Alpine region at 390 Happy Valley Road Ovens.

The property was established in the early 1980s as a vineyard, making the Gewurtstraminer, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz vines some of the oldest in the region. The opportunity has presented itself to purchase this property in a WIWO basis (an inventory list is available upon request).

4 bedroom 3 living area split level architecturally designed and built mudbrick, brick and colour bond clad home ensures the majestic views over the valley are taken in. The home has a north facing passive solar aspect allowing for natural light, summer shade and winter sun warmth that beams its way through the double-glazed windows.

Lower level: Open plan living area with an open fire place and split system, brick flooring, kitchen with 900mm Smeg gas cooktop, stainless steel benchtops, electric oven as well as a wood combustion oven/ heater and walk in pantry. Master bedroom and 2nd bedroom with BIR, renovated main bathroom with shower and bath, second living area with open fire place, atrium allowing natural light and somewhere to sit and enjoy the solitude.

Upper level: Office or study, sitting area/ library, 3rd and 4th Bedroom, ensuite and separate toilet with a view.

The 5-6 acres of vines are grown on a well-draining granitic soil enabling premium fruit production through hand pruning and harvesting. Crop yields are kept low ensuring high quality grapes which are currently being purchased by Billy Button and Mayford Wines. The region is perfect for growing cool climate wines with warm summer days and cool nights.

A 40ft container with power set into the hill is used as a wine cellar keeping the wines at stable temperature for future enjoyment. Shedding with concrete floor and power for your winemaking equipment or added storage. Double car port for parking.

The property has many different fruit trees, plenty of quality water supply with a reliable bore plus the added bonus of rainwater tanks.

There is also approximately 10 acres where you could run some cattle or keep a horse if that's what you desire.

With too many features to mention an inspection of this property should be at the top of your to do list.

Having been planted out in 1982 Souter's Vineyard Very Old Vines produce wines of full and subtle taste.
Among the Awards won:
2004 Cabernet. Silver Medal Myrtleford Show 2005
2005 Shiraz Gold Medal and Trophy got best wine of Myrtleford Show 2008
2005 Cabernet. Gold Medal Winestate Magazine Regional Tasting 2008
Selected in Winestate Annual for best wines tasted 2008
2006 Cabernet. Silver Medal Victorian Wine Show 2008
2006 White Gold Silver Medal Winestate Magazine Dessert wine category
2008 Cabernet. 93++points Winefront 2011 review
2009 Cabernet. Silver Medal Myrtleford Show 2011
2012 Cabernet. Bronze Medal Aust Small Winemakers Show
2013 Cabernet. Silver Medal North East Wine Challenge 2015
2014 Gewurtztraminer. Commended Alternative Varieties Show 2014
2014 Shiraz. Gold Medal North East Wine Challenge 2016
2014 Cabernet Gold Medal North East Wine Challenge 2016
Top Bronze Halliday Cabernet Challenge Margaret River Wine Show 2017
2015 Chardonnay Gold North East Wine Challenge 2015
2015 Gewurtztraminer Gold North East Wine Challenge 2015
2015 Shiraz. Silver North East Wine Challenge 2017
2015 Cabernet. Gold North East Wine Challenge 2017
2016 Gewurtz. Gold North East Wine Challenge 2016
2017 Gewurtz. Gold North East Wine Challenge 2017
2017 Cabernet. Gold North East Wine Challenge 2018 (95 points equal top class)
2018 Gewurtz. Gold North East Wine Challenge 2018
2018 Cabernet. Gold North East Wine Challenge 2019 (95 points only Gold)