A short drive east of Porongurup National Park, this small, family-run winery serves trophy-winning riesling and pinot noir, as well as excellent syrah, chardonnay and cabernet, all grown on the estate. Book ahead for tasty slow-food lunches.


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1. Castle Rock Estate

5.3 MILES

Family-owned winery producing award-winning riesling, shiraz, sauvignon blanc and chardonnay. Also great for pinot noir, as well as a sparkling della and…

2. Porongurup National Park

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3. Duke's Vineyard

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4. Montgomery's Hill

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5. Wignalls Wines

20.17 MILES

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6. Waychinicup National Park

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7. Plantagenet Wines

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8. Mt Barker Police Station Museum

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