One of the best things about road trips are the unexpected stops along the way. We weren't expecting to drive through wine country along Princes Highway, but that's exactly what happened. We decided it would be appropriate to pull over for a wine tasting.
We were the only ones at the Nicholson River Winery, so we got special attention. Juliet, the owner, taught us a lot about their wine and the proper way to taste it (I am a total amateur). She has been making wine with her husband for over 30 years, and we felt like we came to the right place. It was delicious and we left with a bottle in hand.
We couldn't wait long to pop the cork. We stopped at a grocery store for cheese, crackers, pears, and chocolate to accompany our wine... then found the perfect spot in the middle of nowhere, opened the trunk door of our camper van, stretched out on the mattress, and had ourselves a nice, slow afternoon.
Is this what life is like on a winery in Australia?? We considered dropping our jobs as photographers and planting some grapes of our own.
- Julia
P.S. We have two more posts from our Aussie roadtrip, then we'll share photos from our time in Melbourne, one of our favorite cities.
Tasting some wine and learning about the wine-making craft.
This place is the real deal. How did we just stumble upon it?
Parked in the middle of nowhere. Ready for a picnic.
The view.
This looks amazing! And, seriously. I am obsessed with all your photos. What kind of camera do you use?
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Thanks, Bailey! We use a Nikon D700.
DeleteI love wine tasting! And I heard Australian wines are some of the best in the world! I think that's the best thing that can happen on a trip... finding the hidden gems like that place! Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteTake it from someone who grew up on a vineyard north of Melbourne - stick to photography! I am so glad you made it to Australia - looking forward to seeing your account of Melbourne. It is lovely to see my home through your work :)
ReplyDeleteAlli - Really?! I would never expect it! Maybe we'll stick to wine tasting, then. :)
DeleteIt is not at all glamorous! :)
DeleteIt is not at all glamorous! :)
DeleteYour photography is just amazing! I loved the vineyards in Oz. How lovely that you didn't plan to stop at one, surprises when traveling are the best!!!
ReplyDeleteHi guys love your photos!!! Just found your blog randomly and love it! you made me so inspired to keep on blogging when I hit the road with my boyfriend this December AND to carry my heavy d700 around ha ha;) If you planing to come to New Zealand on your trip pop in to Dunedin:)
ReplyDeleteAgata - We are back home in Seattle, so we won't be stopping in New Zealand (anytime soon). We really wanted to go, but ran out of time. We hear it's one of the most scenic countries! Enjoy the travels with your love this year.
DeleteYou guys are really just enjoying your adventures in life :)
ReplyDeleteWow this looks amazing - the definition of serendipity :) can't wait to see more!
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Jenna
You're right. It's so fun to stumble upon a hidden gem such as this place. I'm happy to see you two enjoyed the place! Wishin' I had some tasty wine right now! :)
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So stunning! I love when travels send you to fantastic places like that. And just think, you guys are lucky living in Seattle; you're so close to a great wine region!
ReplyDeletemagtravels - I suppose you're right. It's just so much more romantic when it's halfway around the globe! :)
DeleteI really love your photography! I also miss good wine...I'm living in Korea, and wine is not super popular here. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteAndrea - Thank you! I'd give up wine to live abroad! Enjoy your time in Korea.
Deletea very lovely way to spend an afternoon taking it all in
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