Exploring Murrumbateman by E-bike

The Vintner’s Daughter, nestled in the picturesque village of Murrumbateman, is renowned for exceptional wine making, a maze of native plantings in their thriving vineyard, and a menagerie of animals including rare Babydoll sheep that graze throughout the vines.

Now they’re proud to add e-bike hires to their boutique offering. Building on the region’s reputation as a cycling-friendly destination, the new experience invites visitors to travel the Murrumbateman Winery Trail, a purpose-built path connecting local wineries and businesses throughout the Canberra Wine District, at their own pace.

Steph Helm, winemaker and co-owner of The Vintner’s Daughter says “As a local, I love supporting our small businesses, and exploring them by e-bike makes me feel like I’m on holiday too. Riding gives you the time to truly take in the countryside, noticing the little things you’d miss by car, like fairy wrens darting through the bushes, ducks gliding across dams, and kangaroos resting in the paddocks.”

“What makes these venues so special is that they are all locally owned and family-run. You’ll often find yourself meeting the maker or producer behind the counter, and experiencing first-hand the passion that defines this region, whether it’s in the winemaking, chocolate making, baking, or the production of food and fibre.”

Here are Steph’s suggestion for what a day on the e-bike can look like.

9:00am Begin your day by collecting your e-bike from The Vintner’s Daughter (5 Crisps Lane, Murrumbateman). Ease into the morning by joining a behind-the-scenes farm tour and wine tasting at The Vintner’s Daughter, or enjoy a gentle 15-minute ride into the village for coffee at Two Before Ten and a stop at the much-loved Clementine Bakery for something delicious. Take time to browse Thyme to Taste for local produce and wines.

11:15am Ride on to Dionysus Winery, taste handcrafted wines and sample decadent, house-made chocolates.

12:00pm Settle in for lunch at Four Winds Vineyard, renowned for its wood-fired pizzas and relaxed vineyard setting.

1:00pm Continue to Blackwattle Alpaca Farm for a hands-on farm experience, feeding alpacas and llamas and exploring the charming farm shop.

2:00pm Enjoy an intimate wine tasting at McKellar Ridge Wines, where you’ll often meet the winemakers themselves, husband and wife team John and Marina, and learn the story behind each bottle.

3:00pm Stop in at Clonakilla, one of the region’s most iconic wineries, whose wines helped put the Canberra District firmly on the global wine map.

3:30pm Finish at The Vintner’s Daughter winery to return your e-bike and enjoy a final wine tasting alongside a cheese platter and unwind and reminisce on the day’s experiences.