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A once much-loved winery at Nichols Point which was recently destroyed by fire has greatly impacted the local community.
Around 11pm on Wednesday 9 July, CFA responded to a structure fire on Ginquam Avenue in Nichols Point.
Crews arrived to find the winery well alight and worked hard to suppress the fire.
CFA had eight units on scene from Irymple, Mildura, and Red Cliffs, supported by two Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) crews.
Incident Controller and Captain of Irymple Fire Brigade Andrew Millen said the incident was complex and challenging.
"On arrival the external walls had fallen in as well as the roof," he said.
"We requested additional resources because we knew we were in for a long fire fight.
"The weather was also a challenge; it was sleeting with rain and a very strong wind."
Inside the premises were also some vintage cars and several pianos.
The venue was a popular local spot and the impact of the fire will be felt in the community.
Andrew said the incident required a strategic, dynamic plan to be implemented and as a result of this approach crews from CFA and FRV worked together to bring the fire under control.
"It was a great team effort for all involved," he said.
"The fire was in Irymple's primary area of response, however given its size and complexity we were really well supported by FRV and surrounding CFA brigades."
The incident was declared under control at 12.14am Thursday and safe at 10.58am Friday 11 July.
The fire was not suspicious and was deemed accidental.
