Bernadette and Barry Wurlod are the founders and owners of Keayang Maar Vineyard. They are the second generation on the family dairy farm where Barry grew up, and they have lived together for over 40 years.
After retiring from dairy farming in 2005, the Wurlods leased the farm and indulged their other passions: Barry on cycling, fitness and personal training; Bernadette on theology, education and supervision of those providing spiritual care. Travelling through Europe developed their interest in grape and wine growing. Their experiment in growing grapes at home turned into a hobby and, in 2019, they welcomed their son Jerram and daughter-in-law Caitlin home to help them take the next step of producing their wine commercially and opening the cellar door.
Today they are pleased to share with you their vineyard on the volcanic slopes of Keayang Maar and the breathtaking environment they call home, and are proud to showcase their cool-climate, handcrafted wines through tastings at the cellar door.