Polperro Winery

Skip the predictable wine country stops. Polperro is the real deal—a striking Red Hill estate where the terroir does the heavy lifting. Word among the serious epicurean crowd points straight to the chef’s dégustation—a hyper-textural, five-course marathon of intricate canapés and fiercely creative plates. Snag a table out on the timber deck. The sweeping vineyard views? Absolutely staggering. Those chasing the region's sharpest pours consistently single out the estate's own dessert wine—best sipped alongside a pristine lemon tart while sinking into an Adirondack chair on the lawn. Toss in best-in-class luxury rooms just a two-minute stroll through the vines from the dining room, and you’ve got a masterclass in relaxed, high-end hospitality. Sharp, engaging service. Unapologetically bold pairings. Lock in a weekend stay and don't look back.