About Rochford
"Rochford Wines is a passion, a dream and a creation of a destination of distinction in the heart of the stunning Yarra Valley"
Rochford Wines founder, Helmut Konecsny, began his winemaking journey in the Macedon Ranges in the late 1990s before expanding to the Yarra Valley in 2002. There, he acquired a 13-hectare vineyard in Coldstream with mature vines dating back to 1992, laying the foundation for Rochford Wines as a premium cool-climate producer.
A family-driven business, Rochford has grown through Helmut’s passion for wine, food, hospitality, and entertainment. In 2010, he turned his focus solely to the Yarra Valley, purchasing another 13-hectare site in Gruyere, now known as Isabella’s Vineyard. This was followed by the addition of No.9 Vineyard in 2016, located nearby. Together, these vineyards produce Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Cabernet, showcasing the diversity of the region’s soils and microclimates, with a focus on balance and sustainability.
In 2017, the acquisition of Toolangi Vineyard in Dixons Creek further expanded production, adding Shiraz to the range.
Today, Rochford Wines offers more than award-winning wines, with two restaurants, a weddings and events venue, and a large outdoor amphitheatre, creating a destination that delivers memorable visitor experiences.
