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Payten & Jones

3 Lilydale Rd, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia

Recommended by 28 people

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3 Lilydale Rd, Healesville VIC 3777, Australia

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+61 3 5913 7699
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Payten & Jones

Set in an industrial pocket of Healesville, Payten & Jones swaps stuffy cellar-door formalities for street-art murals and low-intervention pours. Inside the graffiti-decked warehouse, tastings skip the snooty lecture—staff walk through crisp Chardonnay, unoaked Pinot Noir, and Spanish-style vermut with easy confidence. Regulars know dogs are welcome right inside beside the tasting bench, not banished to the gravel. Between sips of skin-contact whites, glasses of local cider, and hot slices of wood-fired pizza out back, the tasting fee disappears as soon as you grab a bottle from the rack.

  • Low-Intervention Tastings: Staff guide approachable tastings through low-intervention Chardonnay, unoaked Pinot Noir, and Spanish-style Fot-Li vermut.
  • Industrial Street-Art Space: Murals from street artists wrap an industrial warehouse setting right in the heart of Healesville.
  • Indoor-Friendly for Dogs: Pet dogs are openly welcome inside the tasting room rather than restricted outdoors.
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Why Choose Payten & Jones

Why visitors choose Payten & Jones in Healesville

  • Unpretentious Tasting Experience

    Guests enjoy conversational, approachable tasting walkthroughs showcasing low-intervention varietals without cellar door pretension.

    walked through everything in such an enjoyable and unpretentious way

    Kelsey Worthy

  • Industrial Street-Art Aesthetic

    The urban cellar door is housed in an industrial space adorned with striking street art and bold visual styling.

    Set in an industrial building with striking street art, the experience is down to earth and really enjoyable.

    Daniel

  • Dog-Friendly Indoor Tasting

    Visitors can bring their companion dogs directly inside the tasting room rather than being relegated outdoors.

    It was a bonus that dogs are welcome inside.. A refreshing change, especially with the colder weather, as most places only allow dogs outdoors these days.

    K

  • Indoor Comfort for Pet Owners

    The welcoming interior ensures dog owners can relax and taste comfortably inside without worrying about the elements.

    our dog was welcome to sit inside with us, which is such a lovely and rare touch that made us feel right at home

    James R

  • Specialized Vermouth Selections

    Beyond standard regional flights, the cellar door pours specialty Spanish vermouth and fortified selections.

    The vermouth was everything we hoped for from our planned visit and overall the interesting range, relaxed vibe and helpful recommendations made this a highlight of our Yarra Valley experience.

    Michael Carroll

  • Diverse Food & Alternative Pours

    Parties can easily pair wine flights with wood-fired pizza and alternative craft pours to satisfy every guest.

    Great place to grab a glass of wine and some wood fired pizza!

    Rona

Signature wines, vermouth, and cellar door bites praised by visitors

  • Fot-Li Vermut

    the Spanish Fot-Li Vermut is to die for

    Chrissie Vincent

  • VV Pinot Noir

    As to the wines, the VV Pinot Noir is sublime, unoaked and jam-packed with fruity notes whilst retaining the characteristic light body of a Pinot Noir

    Daniel

  • Hollow Bones Chardonnay

    loved loved loved the Hollow bones chardonnay

    Aoife McKenna

  • Woodfired Pizza

    Woodfired pizza is a must, so cheesy and the crust is perfect.

    Rona

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and distinct cellar door offerings that elevate your visit

  • Indoor Pet Hospitality

    Dogs are welcomed directly inside the tasting room rather than being restricted to outdoor areas, offering a warm and comfortable setting in any weather.

  • Specialty Vermut Pours

    Guests can sample Spanish Fot-Li vermut and house vermouth alongside unpretentious low-intervention wine flights.

  • Direct Winemaker Interactions

    Visiting during quieter weekdays offers direct opportunities to chat with the winemakers and hear firsthand stories about their winemaking approach.

  • Bottle-Redeemable Tastings

    Tasting fees are credited toward bottle purchases if you decide to take wine home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are dogs allowed inside the tasting room?

Yes. Dogs are welcome to join you indoors during your tasting session, rather than being restricted only to outdoor areas.

When is the cellar door open, and when is the best time to visit?

The cellar door operates open 7 days a week, generally from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM daily. Visiting on quieter weekdays can offer more opportunities to chat directly with staff and winemakers.

What can you expect from the tasting experience and drinks list?

Tastings feature an unpretentious walkthrough of low-intervention wines, with tasting fees redeemable against bottle purchases. Alongside wines, the cellar door serves Spanish vermouth (Fot-Li Vermut), craft beers, ciders, and wood-fired pizza in the courtyard.

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