Bendigo Wine Makers

Newbridge Wines

Newbridge Wines is a small boutique vineyard located on the banks of the Loddon River located at Newbridge, 35 kilometres to the west of Bendigo. Specialising in high-quality Shiraz wines, the vineyard and winery were created by the remarkable Ian Simpson who toiled tirelessly over many years. When Ian died at the end of 2005, the mantle was taken over by his son Andrew, and daughter-in-law Kayleen, who operate the winery today.

The beautiful block at Newbridge on the Loddon River was purchased by Ian in 1979, but after many projects, the vines were planted in 1996. Ian chose Shiraz because he believed this variety was best suited to the region’s climate and terrain. Up until 2002 the grapes were sold to several prominent local winemakers, but in 2003 the first vintage was bottled under the label Newbridge Wines.

The vines are hand-pruned every winter, irrigated sparingly, and hand-picked usually in late March at about three tonnes per acre. The aim is to produce small berries with intense flavour. Matured in American and French oak barrels, the wine reflects the deep alluvial soils laid down over the millennia along this section of the Loddon River. Our logo depicts the iconic Loddon River as it winds its way between Newbridge and Bridgewater.

We do not currently have cellar door facilities. However, if you are visiting the Newbridge area, our wines can be purchased at the nearby Newbridge Hotel which is open 7 days a week. The Newbridge Hotel and the Newbridge General Store are historic and architecturally interesting venues. They exude a friendly country atmosphere and are well worth a visit in their own right. They are both located only 2 kilometres from our winery. Alternatively, our wines can be ordered by email, phone or from selected retail outlets. See our website at http://www.newbridgewines.com.au/ for updates.

We have found that a glass or two of Shiraz is an ideal way to complement a dinner of pasta or steak especially served in the company of good friends or family.

Andrew and Kayleen Simpson

Cellar Door

We do not currently have cellar door facilities. However, if you are visiting the Newbridge area, our wines can be purchased at the nearby Newbridge Hotel which is open 7 days a week.

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