Mewstone Wines

Mewstone Wines operates out of Flowerpot, a quiet locality on the Huon Valley's eastern shore in south-eastern Tasmania. The address — 11 Flowerpot Jetty Road — places it close to the water's edge, in a part of the state known for its cool climate, apple orchards, and increasingly, serious cool-climate viticulture.

Tasmania's southern reaches offer growing conditions quite different from mainland Australia: long, cool ripening seasons, high natural acidity, and a maritime influence that shapes wines with distinct freshness and structure. Flowerpot sits within this broader Tasmanian wine context, though the specific details of Mewstone's vineyard, varieties, and cellar door offering are best confirmed directly with the winery before visiting.

Getting There

Flowerpot is a small settlement reachable from either Cygnet or Franklin, two of the Huon Valley's main service towns. From Hobart, you'd typically head south through Kingston and on through the Huon Highway before taking local roads toward the Huon River's eastern bank.

Road access is via local rural roads, and it's worth checking conditions before you travel — particularly in winter when some routes in the region can be affected by weather. Allow time for the drive from Hobart; the area rewards a slower pace, and the scenery along the Huon Valley is worth the journey in itself.

Visitor Tips

• Contact Mewstone Wines directly before visiting to confirm opening hours, tasting availability, and any booking requirements — cellar doors in remote Tasmanian locations often operate by appointment
• Flowerpot has limited facilities, so fill up on fuel and supplies in Cygnet or Franklin before heading out
• If you're travelling to the area, consider combining the visit with other Huon Valley producers and attractions, as the region has a number of small food and wine operations worth exploring