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How to get involved in Open That Bottle Night

Open That Bottle Night Day is celebrated annually on the last Saturday of every February. This is your invitation to join in the global celebrations that are Open That Bottle Night.

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100 Years of the Thomson Family

The Australian wine industry is rich in family histories that weave together to create a unique story about Australian wine. There are many family-owned wineries that remain in family hands, with the fourth, fifth or even sixth generations.

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Best's Wines Great Western Sparkling Shiraz label on bottle 2020 vintage

An Australian Tradition: Best’s Sparkling Shiraz

Best’s Sparkling Shiraz is enjoyed all year round, but it’s particularly great at Christmas time with roast turkey. Discover why this is such a unique Australian wine and why Best’s brought it back.

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Two Best’s Wines make Halliday Top 100 in 2020

We are thrilled to announce that two of our wines have made James Halliday’s Top 100 Wines for 2020. Read on to find out more about the judging process and Halliday’s reviews.

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We Raise a Glass to our treasured Chris Thomson

There’s an old saying that “behind every great man is a great woman” and that’s certainly the case with Viv and Chris Thomson. In the 100th year that the Thomson family has been custodians of Best’s wines, we thought it was time to ‘raise a glass’ to our treasured Chris. She’s very much the fabric of our winery and the local Great Western community.

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Winemaker Justin Purser Celebrates 10 Years with Best’s Wines

In the long history of Best’s, only six non-family members have served as our winemaker. All others have been either a Thomson or a Best. So, it’s a significant milestone for one of these few, our current winemaker Justin Purser, to celebrate 10 years’ tenure.

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Thai Pork Larb Salad

Thai pork larb sounds exotic, but it’s really just a gorgeously fresh salad that you can have on the table in less than 30 minutes and requires very little work. The aromatics in this dish pair perfectly with a glass of Great Western Rosé!

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Unearthing the story of Great Western Cabernet Sauvignon

One of the greatest things about the Great Western wine region is its ability to successfully grow a diverse range of grape varieties. Shiraz may well be the regional hero, but Cabernet Sauvignon from the area can lay almost equal claim to fame.

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Beef Bourguignon

Beef Bourguignon is a classic red-wine beef stew that originated in the gastronomic city of Burgundy in France. Our interpretation on this culinary delight is simply delicious and a team favourite here at Best’s. Enjoy with a glass of Best’s wine for the perfect dinner experience!

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Best’s Wins 2021 Halliday Wine Companion Best Value Winery of the Year

We’re overjoyed that Best’s Wines was named the Best Value Winery of the Year at the 2021 Halliday Wine Companion Awards on Wednesday 5 August 2020.

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Where to stay in Great Western

If you’re planning a weekend escape to the beautiful Grampians region in Victoria, our town of Great Western is an ideal place to stay so you can explore what’s on offer in our humble part of the world. You can choose from romantic vineyard stays to self-catering options right in the heart of the town – here’s how to enjoy your stay the Best’s way!

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Slow Cooked Beef and Red Wine Pie

The perfect winter warmer, this slow cooked beef and red wine pie is a guaranteed crowd pleaser for a cold evening. It requires minimal effort, yet it delivers a divine, melt-in-the-mouth texture.

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