Category: What’s On

A change of season brings a new set of exciting food offerings in Rochford Wines’ signature restaurant, Isabella’s. Using only the best produce and ingredients, Head Chef Ryan Frost creates the ultimate Yarra Valley dining experience.

Choose between a two or three course set menu of specially curated dishes combining French-Mediterranean flavours, perfectly complimented by our globally award-winning wines.

Overlook green surrounds across to the vineyards from both our indoor and outdoor dining spaces. Relax and enjoy views of the Great Dividing Range while our team of talented staff take care of all the details.

Our new Spring menu offers dishes to suit all occasions. 

Highlights include an entree of grilled king prawn served with guacamole, prawn bisque, tomato powder and lime wedge; or for a vegetarian option that doesn’t skimp on taste or impact, there’s our goats cheese and pumpkin roulade, served with dried cherry, pistachio crumb, honey and house baked sourdough. 

For main course, you must try the lamb shoulder with jerusalem artichoke puree, fried kipflers, golden raisins and rosemary salt jus – couple this with the Rochford Estate ‘la Droite’ Merlot Cabernet Franc 2020 for a decadent pairing you won’t forget. 

From our sharing menu the 16 hour sous vide Cape Grim beef short rib with cauliflower rice, soaked raisins, Jerusalem artichoke puree, jus, gremolata – is just too hard to go past.

Of course, every good meal should be finished off with a decadent dessert. We recommend the sweet lemon tart served with raspberry coulis, raspberry macaron and mascarpone cream. 

For the true Rochford Experience, take advantage of our Rochford Sommelier‘s Wine Recommendations to ensure the perfect wine pairing!

Whether dining with family, friends or for a special occasion, one thing is certain – Spring is the best season at Isabella’s. 

For bookings, please call our friendly staff on (03) 5957 3333 or click the link here. 

Dreaming of sunnier days? With Spring only a few weeks away, have we got the ultimate Yarra Valley adventure for you!

The annual Blossom Festival is on again this September in the Yarra Valley and this year, Rochford have teamed up with our friends at CherryHill Orchard, to bring you a memorable Wine & Dine Experience as part of this unique two-week long event.

Gather your friends and family and join us at our wonderful estate, overlooking the vineyard and spectacular rolling green hills, for a perfect Spring afternoon of wine tasting and fine food, then experience the magic and splendour of the white cherry blossoms in full bloom at the neighbouring CherryHill Orchard, located just a short drive from Rochford.

The Blossom Wine & Dine experience includes wine tasting on arrival at the Rochford Cellar Door, followed by an elegant two-course lunch* at our premier restaurant Isabella’s, paired with a glass of Estate wine.

After lunch, make your way down to the CherryHill Orchard to capture the beauty and wander through the stunning rows of Spring blossoms (only in bloom for two weeks of the year!) and then cap off this special experience with a complimentary Cherry Blossom gelato.

The Blossom Wine & Dine experience is available September 19th – September 30th, 2022 (mid-week bookings only).

*There are two lunch sittings at 11.30am or 1.30pm.

For more information and to book your tickets click here

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day and we couldn’t agree more. So, we’re delighted to share that for the first time, our popular Italian eatery il Vigneto, located amongst our beautiful Rochford vineyard estate in the Yarra Valley, is now serving breakfast every weekend.

Open from 9am-11am on Saturdays and Sundays, start your day off the right way with our new breakfast menu offerings.

Whether looking to brunch in the Yarra Valley with friends, taking the kids out for a special morning treat or getting an early start on your Yarra Valley winery adventures, il Vigneto is the perfect place to stop by, relax and enjoy a delicious meal, before getting on with the rest of your day.

If you like the idea of eating pizza for breakfast then you’re going to love il Vigneto’s new menu – with inventive takes on traditional favourites inspired by the freshest locally-sourced ingredients.

Choose between such tasty breakfast pizza creations as smoked salmon, ricotta, rocket and hollandaise, pork and fennel sausage, provolone, hash brown, egg or prosciutto and streaky bacon, mushroom, fior di latte and egg.

Inspired by Neapolitan street food, our pizza fritta stuffed with ricotta, provolone, tomato and capsicum will leave your taste buds dancing or for something a little extra, try out the breakfast risotto with pancetta, pork and fennel sausage, rocket créme fraiche, egg and hollandaise sauce.

A kids menu is also available and will satisfy even the fussiest little eaters!

If you prefer sweet over savoury then il Vigneto has that covered too, with a tempting selection of sweet pizza served with vanilla gelato. 

Click here for bookings or to view the full breakfast menu on offer at il Vigneto.

With the change of season comes delicious new food offerings at Rochford Wines’ premier restaurant, Isabella’s. Showcasing the best in seasonal fare and the freshest, locally sourced produce, each dish has been created by our Head Chef Ryan Frost and designed to complement Rochford’s globally awarded wines. 

Combining French-Mediterranean flavours, choose between a two or three course set menu with a vast selection of mouth-watering and hearty dishes to tempt your tastebuds. With an open fireplace set amongst our beautiful, relaxing dining space and sweeping views of the Great Dividing Range, it’s the ultimate destination this winter to experience all that the Yarra Valley has to offer.

Featuring multiple dining options and tasting experiences, Isabella’s new winter menu encourages sharing meals as well as offering plenty of delectable choices to individually enjoy.

Highlights this season include warming entrees such as French onion soup served with sourdough bread and gruyere cheese and roast veal accompanied by a warm mushroom and cherry tomato salad.

For mains, enjoy a 16-hour slow cooked beef oyster blade with tomato and pumpkin tagine, gremolata and smoked almonds or winter mushroom risotto with asparagus, gremolata, lemon crumb and Grana Padano. Heaven!

From our sharing menu, try the lamb shoulder served with tomato and pumpkin tagine, confit garlic, gremolata – a standout choice.

And who can pass up the chance to indulge in one of our incredible winter desserts? We recommend the classic sticky date pudding with toffee sauce and mascarpone, or our dark chocolate and macadamia brownie served with coffee custard.

There is also of course the a la carte (casual) option, as well as a variety of vegan menu selections, with complementary Rochford wines to match every meal. Why pick one dish when you can have them all?!

Whether dining with family or friends, one thing is certain – you are in for a treat this season at Isabella’s.

For bookings, please call our friendly staff on (03) 5957 3333 or hit the link below.

Mother’s Day is fast approaching (Sunday 8 May) and what better way to spoil those special women in your life than with a complete Rochford Wines luxury experience.

Whether it’s for Mum, your favourite aunt or any other important mother figures, this year why not go all out and show these wonderful ladies your gratitude and appreciation for all that they do.

From a celebratory lunch at one of our two premier restaurants to a pampering gift hamper or ‘Dine at Home’ experience; this Mother’s Day, we have you (and Mum!) covered.

Mother’s Day Lunch

Give Mum a break and treat her to a memorable day out everyone will enjoy. Choose from two unique dining experiences at Isabella’s Restaurant or il Vigneto Pizzeria.

Book now to secure your table and indulge in an elegant 4 course lunch at Isabella’s, complemented by Rochford wines – guaranteed to impress Mum. While il Vigneto is the perfect choice for an authentic Italian feast of woodfired pizza, pasta and a range of antipasto, sides and desserts. Bellissimo!

Mother’s Day High Tea

For something that little bit different, book in for our sensational Mother’s Day High Tea. Available from 3pm, delight in a selection of sweet and savoury treats and a complimentary glass of Rochford Estate Blanc De Blanc, whilst overlooking our beautiful vineyard. Places are limited, so get in quick.

Mother’s Day ‘Dine At Home’ Pack

Take the stress and fuss out of organising Mother’s Day celebrations this year and bring a taste of the Yarra Valley directly to Mum with one of our popular ‘Dine at Home’ packs. Available to order via our website and delivered straight to your door – these packs have been designed by Rochford’s Head Chef. Fine dining and premium wine from the comfort of home!

Mother’s Day Gift Hampers

Mums deserve the very best so put a smile on her face this Mother’s Day with one of our fabulous hand-delivered gift hampers. Showcasing the finest Yarra Valley offerings, our extensive range of hampers includes chocolate, skincare, homewares, gin and of course Rochford wines Mum will love.

We really have thought of everything this Mother’s Day… so spoil the most important women in your life with a Rochford experience or gift to remember!

For bookings, call our friendly team on 03 5957 3333 or explore our website for more information.

After a bumper season of incredible music festivals and concerts, live music comes to the Yarra Valley once again this April.

Rochford Wines presents not one but two unmissable musical events over the Anzac Day long weekend, featuring back-to-back tribute shows performed by some of Australia’s finest musicians. Be wined, dined and entertained in our purpose-built concert lounge on Saturday night and in our outdoor pavilion on Sunday, all the while taking in the beautiful surrounds and vines. Now that’s a weekend well spent!

The Australian Killers Show – Saturday 23rd April 

On Saturday 23rd of April, the Rochford Concert Lounge will come alive with Mr Brightside and their highly energetic The Australian Killers Show. Paying homage to one of the most successful American indie bands of the last two decades, this is your chance to rock out to some of their most iconic anthems and greatest hits, whilst enjoying a mouth-watering two course dinner at il Vigneto Pizzeria and of course our exceptional wines. Doors open at 5.30pm for meals and then it’s showtime. Dance like nobody’s watching… don’t mind if we do!

Purple Revolution – Sunday 24th April 

The live music doesn’t stop there with ARIA award-winning singing sensation Andrew De Silva (of R&B group CDB and winner of Australia’s Got Talent) taking us on a funk-filled musical journey through the life and times of the one and only Prince with his highly acclaimed Purple Revolution show. Join this engaging frontman and his band on Sunday 24th of April under our open-air pavilion for a trip down memory lane with such classic hits including Purple Rain, When Doves Cry and Little Red Corvette guaranteed to get you up on the dancefloor. This is an all-ages event so bring the whole family and settle in for the afternoon.

Whether seated in our undercover area or relaxing out on the lawn, this will no doubt be a live music experience that you will thank yourself for later. Our premium wine bar along with a food truck will also be on offer so you can truly immerse yourself in the sights and sounds that only the Yarra Valley can provide.

For tickets head here…