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Start Planning Your Dream Wedding By Booking A Venue Tour at Rochford Wines

Planning your wedding is one of the most exciting journeys you’ll embark on with many big decisions to make, including choosing the perfect venue. While scrolling through pictures can help paint a picture, nothing compares to actually experiencing everything a venue has to offer by seeing the beauty and versatility of the space in person. Booking in a site inspection with any venues that catch your eye is the first step towards crafting your dream wedding. We believe that Summer is the ideal time to visit our picturesque Yarra Valley wedding venue and meet our expert wedding coordinators who will set you up for a seamless planning experience! 

Experience Rochford Wines In All Its Summer Glory

This time of year, the Yarra Valley truly shines and offers an electric atmosphere that’s alive with excitement, good vibes and romance, as it’s not only the summer holidays and Christmas time, but also peak Wedding & Engagement Season too. So, if you’re dreaming of having your wedding in 2025 and 2026, we encourage you to visit your venue during that same timeframe as your wedding, to be able to envision every detail and really feel the energy exactly as it will be on your special day.

We encourage all engaged couples to make the most of time off work throughout Summer to celebrate, as your family, friends or bridal party are most likely also available to join you for a day out in the Yarra Valley. Not only can you enjoy a private tour of our stunning winery, but afterwards indulge in a delicious lunch at either of your possible reception venues – the elegant Isabella’s Restaurant or the authentic Italian pizzeria Il Vigneto. Relax and enjoy a wine tasting overlooking the gorgeous landscapes. It’s a fun way to combine wedding planning with quality time spent with loved ones.

What to Expect During Your Venue Tour
At Rochford Wines, we believe it’s about more than simply seeing the venue, but feeling the energy and atmosphere, really connecting with the space and truly visualising your dream day. Walking through our stunning grounds, discussing your ideas, and getting answers to all your questions in person will give you the clarity and assurance you need to make this big decision and have you leaving super excited and confident in beginning your planning journey!

• A warm welcome from one of our experienced Wedding Coordinators, Nicola or Kaitlyn: Begin your visit with a complimentary glass of prosecco to toast the start of your planning journey.
• Personalised Venue Tour: Explore our versatile spaces, including our two reception venues -Isabella’s Restaurant and Il Vigneto, and the multiple ceremony options including The Lawn, The Conservatory, and The Terrace. You’ll also walk through the many picturesque spots throughout our vast winery landscapes for your newlywed and bridal party photoshoots. You’ll truly be able to visualise your day and gain a real sense of how your wedding will unfold.
• Expert Guidance: You’ll get to have an in depth conversation with Nicola or Kaitlyn who will talk you through our tailored wedding package options to suit your budget and preferences, learn about you both and your visions for your day, discuss available dates and chat about everything from styling ideas, decor, food and beverage options, entertainment suggestions, nearby accommodation, transport for your guests and much more. You’ll then have plenty of time for asking all the burning questions you may have left surrounding your dream wedding day.
  

Your Dream Wedding Team: 

At Rochford Wines, we don’t just offer a venue—we offer guidance and expertise from the moment you step foot on our winery landscapes. Nicola and Kaitlyn have almost 25 years experience working in the industry between them, and they don’t just love weddings, but live and breathe them! Through their passion for all things weddings, combined with their expert guidance, their enjoyment of working in the Yarra Valley and even being in the process of planning their own weddings, we can promise our couples they are in excellent hands in helping to make their visions come to life. Think of them as your wedding sidekicks who will ensure your entire planning process is seamless and enjoyable and you’ll be feeling super inspired and confident from the very first moment you meet on your venue tour, to your farewell exit dance on your wedding night and every touch point in between.

From breathtaking views and versatile spaces to award-winning wines and exceptional catering, Rochford Wines is a top Yarra Valley wedding venue that can be tailored to suit your wedding dreams and promises an unforgettable experience for you and your loved ones.

Schedule your site inspection and take the first step towards planning your big day! We can’t wait to meet and get to know you and begin crafting the wedding you’ve always dreamt of.

Ready to visit? Secure your venue tour date this summer to experience all the beauty our Yarra Valley venue has to offer in these warmer months and begin 2025 with a kickstart to your wedding planning journey!

With the school holidays upon us, now is the perfect time to gather the whole family and head to Rochford Wines for a fantastic sensory experience only the spectacular Yarra Valley can offer. With something for everyone – adults and children alike – we’ve made it easy for you to visit us and explore our beautiful estate, and only an hour’s drive from Melbourne!

Kids eat free

Rochford is the ultimate family-friendly destination, with fresh air and plenty of green, open spaces for the kids (big and small) to have fun in and work up an appetite! And what’s more, over the school holidays, children under 12 will be treated to a free meal at our popular on-site restaurant Isabella’s. *Conditions apply.

For fussy little eaters, there is also our Italian-inspired il Vigneto Pizzeria, which is open on weekends. Serving up all the gourmet pizza and pasta your tastebuds can handle, in a relaxed and casual dining space.

Easter at Rochford

If that’s not enough, with Easter just around the corner, indulge in one of our beautiful hampers and spoil yourself or that special someone. Shop our range of Easter gift hampers, including a decadent block of Cuvee chocolate and your choice of Rochford Estate wines.

We will also be open all Easter long weekend, so bring the family and celebrate together over lunch at either Isabella’s or il Vigneto. Bookings are recommended so you don’t miss out!

Wine tastings and gift shop

At Rochford, we pride ourselves on offering a one-stop Yarra Valley experience like no other. Of course, a visit isn’t complete without sampling our award-winning wines direct from our Rochford Cellar Door. Our highly knowledgeable team of Sommeliers will guide you through our extensive collections and tailor the perfect wine tasting to suit your palette. Follow this with a spot of browsing at our gift shop – from Yarra Valley delicacies and homewares to wine gifts and more, it’s definitely worth checking out.

There really is a lot to see and experience at Rochford, but don’t take our word for it. Head down these school holidays for a wonderfully relaxing day out the whole family will enjoy!

*Valid 11/04/22 until 22/04/22, one free kid’s meal with every main meal purchased. Excludes weekends and public holidays.

Rochford Wines invite our guests to celebrate the Lunar New Year in the Yarra Valley. From 29th January until 6th February, Isabella’s Restaurant will be introducing a traditional Lunar New Year pop up dish to the menu! 

As we enter the Chinese New Year, we want to wish our guests many blessings. As the Year of the Tiger comes roaring in, dine with us and indulge in a traditional meal of succulent confit duck leg with a sticky sweet soy glaze accompanied by a fresh crispy noodle salad. Of course, it wouldn’t be a visit to Rochford without our impeccable wine range. We all know duck pairs very well with wine, so enjoy your meal with a wine flight of Rochford Pinot Noir range, including our Single Vineyard wine for just $25.

If you need any other reason to visit us this Lunar New Year, every guest feasting with us will be gifted a lucky red envelope at the conclusion of your dining experience.

There’s really never been a better time to book a trip to Rochford Wines. This experience is available on both our Casual and Semi-Set menus.

We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful Isabella’s Restaurant and celebrating the Year of the Tiger with you.

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As the seasons change, Rochford Wines continue to search for unique and innovative ways to bring joy to everyone who dines with us. Whether that is introducing new engaging winery experiences or continually updating the menus for our two critically-acclaimed restaurants, we are constantly working hard to impress our guests. 

With summer in full swing, Rochford is offering a taste of the Yarra Valley with our fresh seasonal menus offering a delicious range of the finest meals for customers to enjoy.

Take a look at some of the menu selections we are offering in our summer menus below, personally recommended by our Executive Chef Ryan Frost to give you an idea of what you can expect to see and taste during your next visit at Rochford Wines. 

Isabella’s Restaurant Summer Set Menu (available 11:30am-3pm) includes a mouth-watering main course of slow cooked beef oyster blade with pickled summer cabbage, beetroot, smoked almond and cherry puree. Pairs perfectly with our Rochford Estate ‘la Droite’ Merlot, Cabernet Franc 2019.

Isabella’s Restaurant Summer Casual Menu (available 3pm-4pm) offers small starter plates including a melt-in-your-mouth goats cheese soufflé with cauliflower cream, golden raisins and baby kale. 

il Vigneto Pizzeria Summer Menu brings back the decadent dolci, Nutella calzone. A folded pizza filled with creamy chocolatey Nutella, topped with icing sugar and served with vanilla gelato, best shared between two.

To secure your booking at Isabella’s Restaurant or il Vigneto Pizzeria, please call our friendly staff on (03) 5957 3333 or hit the link below to book online.

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