A quiet moment of gratitude

Eastern Peake has always been about place, patience and people rather than headlines. So when thoughtful wine reviews arrive, particularly ones that speak so clearly to the vineyard and the season, we take a moment to pause and feel quietly grateful.

The 2023 vintage was one that asked for attention. Cool conditions, careful decisions and a steady hand in the vineyard shaped both our Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. To see all of the 2023 releases met with such positive and considered reviews is deeply rewarding, not just as winemakers, but as custodians of this small corner of Coghills Creek.

Among the reviews was something particularly rare: a 99-point score for the 2023 Block 1989 Pinot Noir. This vineyard block, planted in 1989, has long been a touchstone for us. It carries decades of history, resilience and character, and each year it quietly tells its own story. To see that story resonate so strongly is both humbling and affirming.

These wines are the result of many hands, many seasons and many years of learning. We share this moment with everyone who has walked the rows with us, poured a glass, asked a question, or simply taken the time to listen to what these wines have to say.

Thank you for being part of the journey. We’ll keep doing what we’ve always done—letting the vineyard lead, and trusting the work.

The trees endure, the land has memory exhibition

Ballarat International Foto Biennale August 23rd - October 19th

We are thrilled to host artist David Rosendale as part of the Ballarat International Foto Biennale and offer Artist Workshops in our glass walled cellardoor offering a spectacular rural outlook over Creswick Valley

Owen Latta, winemaker and director of Latta Vino and Eastern Peake, is honoured to announce that he has been awarded the prestigiousYoung Gun of Wineaward for 2025.

Recognised as one of the most forward-thinking and progressive accolades in the Australian wine industry, the Young Gun of Wine award celebrates innovation, individuality, and the future of winemaking.

2023 Single Vineyard Release 

It has been quite a little while since our last wine release, this one is full to the brim with ten new exciting wines… plus 2 that have slipped through over the summer break without a proper introduction. Upon writing this it’s been so great to reflect on the 2023 harvest which was only just kicking off at the beginning of April, compared to this years harvest 2025 is all but finished… The team and myself are all still recovering from whiplash, it’s crazy to have the vintage already wrapped up, packed away & have wines all relaxing in their various vessels in the cellar. 2023 vs 2025 seasons which couldn’t be anymore different from one another, one thing for sure is the terroir shines strong off our sites 

Excited and honoured to be a part of the Young Gun of Wine this year, and in great company!

Vintage is always a busy time loaded with positive energy within our small team here at Eastern Peake

The 40th anniversary of this western Victorian cool-climate vineyard was celebrated in North Carlton amid family, friends – and some very delectable drops.

Max Allen

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