Mulline Vintners is the partnership of two Bens: Ben Mullen, the winemaker and viticulturist, and Ben Hine, the business manager. Together they have made the Geelong wine region in Victoria a focus of their work, exploring the differences between vineyards and offering a fresh perspective on varieties including Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Syrah.
Who Are the Two Bens Behind Mulline?
Ben Mullen grew up east of the Barossa Valley. His original university direction was business and marketing, but cellar-door work sparked a stronger interest in wine. He went on to study viticulture and oenology at the University of Adelaide, then worked with Torbreck, Yarra Yering, Oakridge, Clyde Park, Craggy Range and Domaine Dujac in Burgundy. That varied experience informs how he approaches vineyard selection and winemaking today.
Ben Hine also comes from South Australia. He began his career in hospitality before moving into law and financial services. At Mulline he handles the commercial side of the business, bringing a different but complementary set of skills. He is a co-founder and business manager, not the producer's winemaker.
Why Geelong Matters
Established in 2019, Mulline draws on vineyards across Geelong's Moorabool Valley, Bellarine Peninsula and Surf Coast. The maritime influence, soils and exposures differ from one area to another. Ben Mullen's aim is to let those differences shape the wines rather than demand one fixed expression of each grape.
A Geelong regional wine may combine selected parcels, while a single-vineyard wine draws attention to the identity of one site. The producer works with growers across locations including Portarlington, Modewarre, Sutherlands Creek and Bannockburn. Understanding those sites makes the label more interesting than a simple list of tasting descriptors.
The Wines and Halliday Recognition
Mulline received Halliday Wine Companion's 2025 Best Value Winery award, an acknowledgement of the quality across its range. At Wine Simple, Mulline Pinot Noir 2025 and Mulline Pinot Gris 2025 currently have recorded stock. They offer two different introductions to the region and the producer. Availability may change.
The founders also describe practical sustainability choices, including working with growers who share their vineyard philosophy, using lighter locally produced bottles and considering packaging and resource use. These decisions reflect a longer-term commitment to where the wines come from.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Mulline wines?
Ben Mullen is the winemaker and viticulturist. Ben Hine is the co-founder and business manager.
Where is Mulline located?
Mulline works with vineyards across the Geelong wine region in Victoria.
When was Mulline established?
The producer began in 2019.
Did Mulline win a Halliday award?
Yes. It received the 2025 Halliday Wine Companion Best Value Winery award.
Which Mulline wines does Wine Simple sell?
The online range includes Mulline Pinot Noir 2025 and Pinot Gris 2025, subject to stock.
Sources and Further Reading
Researched from Mulline's founders' biographies, official vineyard information and the Halliday Best Value announcement.
