Hildebrand Ridge Organic Vineyard sits at 160 Hildebrand Road, Cottles Bridge, in the Yarra Valley foothills, growing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet with a dedication to organic farming and sustainable viticulture. The cellar door is open every Saturday from 11:30am to 4:30pm, with stunning views over hills and valleys and wines available by the glass. What makes this small vineyard genuinely distinctive is its culture of live music — regular concerts feature respected blues and acoustic artists in an intimate outdoor setting, complemented by wood-fired pizza on event days. Winemaker Jeff Buckland personally oversees both the vines and the experience.
The vineyard describes itself as dedicated to organic farming and sustainable viticulture. No third-party certifier (e.g. ACO or NASAA) is named on the website, so it operates as uncertified-organic in practice.
Hildebrand Ridge grows and bottles Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Cabernet — varieties well-suited to the cool Yarra Valley climate.
The cellar door is open every Saturday from 11:30am to 4:30pm, or by appointment. Contact Jeff Buckland on 0400 066 148 to arrange a visit outside those hours.
Yes — Hildebrand Ridge hosts live music concerts on the property, with wood-fired pizza and espresso coffee available on event days. Check the website for upcoming performances.