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Wine
NSW
Regions
A TOO L K I T FO R T H E T R AV E L T R A D E
Wine Regions of NSW
A toolkit for the travel trade
Wine tourism in NSW offers experiences that are more diverse, engaging
and immersive than traditional cellar door tastings alone. NSW is home to
14 incredible wine regions, each with their own distinct personality, varying
topography, grape varieties and signature experiences. Travellers can not
only taste and buy world-renowned wine but also try locally grown food, visit
markets, explore historical sites, stay at luxury resorts and learn something
new via a tour or masterclass and meet winemakers and chefs.
This practical toolkit highlights six key wine regions in NSW and will help
you understand each region and access commissionable products to create
unforgettable client itineraries.
HUNTER
VALLEY
MUDGEE
ORANGE
SYDNEY
SOUTHERN
HIGHLANDS
SHOALHAVEN
CANBERRA COAST
DISTRICT
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North of Sydney
HUN TER VA LLEY
Australia’s oldest wine region with an endless amount
of experiences
West of Sydney
MUDGEE
A favourite for its beauty, heritage, history and culture
ORA N GE
Outstanding food and wine experiences amidst a vibrant
country town
South of Sydney
CA N B ERRA DISTRICT
A highly awarded and flourishing young wine region
SHOA LHA VEN
A stunning coastal wine region with pristine beaches
SOUTHERN HIGHLA N DS
A region with elegant villages, rolling green hills and
talented winemakers
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NSW WINE REGIONS
Hunter
Valley
Hunter
Valley GETTING THERE
The Hunter Valley is Australia’s oldest
wine-growing region, dating back to the
early 1820s. Today, this well-established
HUNTER region just two hours north of Sydney offers
VALLEY
MUDGEE
more than 150 wineries and cellar doors,
ORANGE
acclaimed restaurants, stunning scenery
SOUTHERN
SYDNEY and an endless amount of experiences.
HIGHLANDS
CANBERRA
SHOALHAVEN
COAST
Visitors to the Hunter Valley can enjoy unique experiences at award-
DISTRICT
winning cellar doors, dining at some of Australia’s best restaurants,
hot air balloon rides, horse riding and hiking in national parks. The
B Y CA R Hunter Valley also has a calendar packed with lively events and
Approx. 2hrs from Sydney to Pokolbin
Approx. 1hr from Newcastle to Pokolbin music festivals. Accommodation options range from luxury resorts
N EA REST A IRPORT with golf courses and spas to boutique accommodation, nature
Newcastle retreats and farm stays.
B Y TRA IN
Approx. 2hrs 45min from Sydney to
Maitland Meet Hunter Valley local heroes and learn more about Hunter Valley
in this destination video.
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M c GUIGAN WINES
McGuigan Wines is a name synonymous with Australian winemaking.
Steeped in rich Hunter Valley tradition, the wines are the product
of four generations of McGuigan family winemakers, renowned for
producing some of the finest wines in Australia. The Wine, Cheese and
Chocolate Indulgence brings together the best hand-crafted cheeses
from Hunter Valley Cheese Factory and sweet treats by artisan
chocolatier Maître Pâtissier, to complement a selection of exceptional
McGuigan Wines presented by your personal wine expert.
mcguiganwines.com.au
MARGAN WINES
Established in 1996, Margan is one of Broke’s original wineries with an
estate-made, estate-grown ethos. Their signature Margan Restaurant
is a pioneer of Hunter Valley agri-dining — abundant with harvest from
their one-acre kitchen garden for a truly seasonal menu. Margan offer
behind-the-scenes tours, wine and culinary masterclasses. Margan
Ultimate Experience includes a guided tour of the vineyard and orchard
followed by a five-course degustation. Grape, Garden and Graze boasts
Winery Experiences
a guided tour, flight of limited release wine and grazing platter.
margan.com.au
TULLOCH WINES
Over four generations and 125 years, Tulloch has been crafting
wines and experiences that celebrate ‘the good life’ of wine, food,
family and friends. Tours include a Chocolate and Wine pairing, a
The district is home to some of Australia’s most distinctive and outstanding Mystery Wine Tour and a Premium Aged Wine Experience. One of
wines, most notably Hunter Valley semillon, and is also famous for producing the signature experiences, Hunter Heroes is a guided tasting of five
outstanding shiraz, verdelho and chardonnay. Tulloch wines, specifically chosen to highlight the very best of the
Hunter. The experience takes place in a private seated space with a
local cheese board and individual tasting mats.
tullochwines.com
AUDREY WILKINSON
This 150-year-old vineyard, perched on the foothills of the Brokenback
Range, has stunning 360-degree views of the surrounding countryside.
TYRRELLS
Audrey Wilkinson is a family-run cellar door that offers tastings, This much-loved wine brand has been family-owned since 1858 and
picnics among the vines, behind-the-scenes tours and fortified home to some of Australia’s most awarded wines, including the
wine and cheese pairings. There is also a free museum and guest iconic Vat 1 Semillon. Guests can take a tour and experience the old
accommodation in modern cottages. oak vats and historic red cellar still in full operation. For avid wine
audreywilkinson.com.au lovers, the Sacred Sites experience includes a private vineyard tour
with a Tyrrell family member, followed by a tasting of wines from the
family’s private cellar.
BROKENWOOD tyrrells.com.au
Brokenwood Wines is one of Australia’s most reputable premium wine
labels and a must visit in the Hunter Valley. Key offerings include the WINE HOUSE HUNTER VALLEY
famous Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz, ILR Reserve Semillon and Cricket
This one-stop cellar door and restaurant offers a choice of over 40 of
Pitch Range. The venue in Pokolbin is a state-of-the-art tasting facility
the best local wines in the Hunter Valley. Wine House offers a range
and offers a museum, café and restaurant and function space for
of tours including the Hunter Discovery Tasting and a Connoisseurs
20-400 people. Brokenwood’s VIP Soil-to-Cellar experience is a rare
Wine & Chocolate Tasting. Visitors can book a table for lunch or enjoy
opportunity to gain exclusive access to one of Australia’s most iconic
The Grand Sensory Adventure that features four premium wines and
vineyards whilst enjoying a unique and personalised experience. It
food pairings.
includes a behind-the-scenes tour of the winery, a degustation menu
winehousehuntervallery.com.au
with matched wines, barrel tasting and a bottle of current release
Graveyard Shiraz.
brokenwood.com.au
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they can add value to a guest’s NSW experience. The guide is accurate at May 2021, please note that COVID-19 is changing the way businesses operate on a regular basis.
Businesses without (*) placed next to their product include commission, however this is subject to change. visitnsw.com
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Gourmet Highlights
For foodies and wine lovers seeking something special,
the Hunter Valley has a range of exceptional eateries,
distilleries and breweries. Circa 1876* is an award-winning
restaurant located in an historic cottage and features
a Modern Australian menu supplied by its own organic
kitchen garden. Bistro Molines* combines fine French food
with country-chic decor and beautiful vineyard views. For
a romantic experience, Muse has an open fireplace and
delicious local food. Piggs Peake* is a winery that doesn’t
take itself too seriously – except when it comes to food and
wine. Its restaurant Yellow Billy* specialises in fire-cooked
food such as suckling pig.
convent.com.au/dining/circa-1876
bistromolines.com.au
musedining.com.au
Tours, Activities & Attractions
yellowbillyrestaurant.com
HUNTER VALLEY PRIVATE TOURS
With 20 years of experience, the team at Hunter Valley Private Tours know their way around
the region. Choose from vineyard tours, wine tastings and fun experiences including
Accommodation
helicopter rides and go-karting. huntervalleyprivatetours.com.au
Spicers Guest House, Pokolbin spicersretreats.com
(Unrated)
WINE COUNTRY TOURS Spicers Vineyards Estate, spicersretreats.com
True wine enthusiasts will appreciate Wine Country Tours, run by Richard Everett, the only Pokolbin (Unrated)
winemaker to run wine tours in the Hunter Valley. Tours can be tailored to suit everyone
Château Élan at The Vintage,
from the inexperienced through to the wine connoisseur. winecountrytours.com.au chateauelan.com.au
Rothbury (Unrated)
Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley,
TWO FAT BLOKES Lovedale (Unrated) ihg.com
Two Fat Blokes offers fun foodie experiences. There are daily half- and full-day tours The Convent Hunter Valley, convent.com.au
for small groups of up to 14 people. Tours include wine and beer tastings, cheese and Pokolbin (Unrated)
chocolate. twofatblokes.com.au
Estate Tuscany, Pokolbin estatetuscany.com.au
HUNTER VALLEY GARDENS Harrigan’s Hunter Valley, harriganshuntervalley.com.au
Polkolbin
Garden lovers enjoy strolling through 14 hectares of gardens at Hunter Valley Gardens.
There are 6000 trees, 600,000 shrubs and over one million ground cover plants, waterfalls, Hermitage Lodge, Pokolbin hermitagelodge.com.au
statues, murals and more. huntervalleygardens.com.au (Unrated)
Hunter Valley Resort, Pokolbin hunterresort.com.au
BALLOON ALOFT (Unrated)
Balloon Aloft is an adventure activity with flights beginning at sunrise so guests can enjoy Voco Kirkton Park Hunter Valley ihg.com
Pokolbin (Unrated)
views of the picturesque wine regions. Balloon flights last one hour and are followed by a
sparkling wine breakfast. balloonaloft.com Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort, minorhotels.com
Pokolbin (Unrated)
DAVE’S TRAVEL Leisure Inn Pokolbin Hill,
Pokolbin (Unrated) staywellgroup.com
The Hunter Valley caters for beer lovers too, and Dave’s Travel offers a Hop Hunter
Starline Alpacas Farmstay
experience, showcasing four great breweries in the region. The tour includes lunch and UNIQUE starlinealpacas.com.au
Resort, Broke
plenty of top local beer and cider. daves.com.au
Note: Featured experiences are ready to work with the travel trade, unless (*) is placed next to a product. *These products generally do not provide commissions, however
they can add value to a guest’s NSW experience. The guide is accurate at May 2021, please note that COVID-19 is changing the way businesses operate on a regular basis.
Businesses without (*) placed next to their product include commission, however this is subject to change. visitnsw.com
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NSW WINE REGIONS
Mudgee
Mudgee
An easy three-and-a-half hour drive northwest of
GETTING THERE Sydney through the Blue Mountains, the Mudgee
wine region is a favourite among nature and food
and wine lovers for its beauty, heritage and world-
HUNTER
VALLEY
class produce. Mudgee is situated on the Cudgegong
River and is surrounded by rolling green hills.
MUDGEE
ORANGE Rich in colonial history, this wine-producing area
SYDNEY includes the towns and villages of Mudgee, Gulgong,
SOUTHERN
HIGHLANDS Rystone, and Kandos.
SHOALHAVEN
CANBERRA COAST
DISTRICT The region has a rich gold rush heritage and World Heritage wilderness
including Wollemi National Park, home to the rare and prehistoric
Wollemi pine. Mudgee is a bustling country town and offers high-
B Y CA R
end boutique accommodation, award-winning restaurants, colonial
Approx. 3hrs 30min from Sydney
architecture and many outdoor activities. Mudgee’s altitude, continental
N EA REST A IRPORT climate and well-drained soil make it an excellent region for a wide
Mudgee range of varietals and is well known for shiraz and cabernet sauvignon.
B Y TRA IN
Approx. 5hrs from Sydney Meet Mudgee winemakers and learn more about the Mudgee wine
region in this destination video.
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Tours, Activities & Attractions
COUNTRY
ESCAPE
TOURS
Country Escape Tours offers
small group and private tours
that showcase the Mudgee
region, with local guides
Winery Experiences
sharing their knowledge,
history and love of the region.
Tour options include food and
wine experiences, horse riding, kayaking and discovering the local
history. Country Escape Tours provides tours to suit all needs and
caters for couples, groups and children.
countryescapetours.com.au
Mudgee is the third-largest grape producing region in NSW and has more than
110 wine grape growers. With more than 40 family-owned boutique wineries, THE LITTLE Gourmet
Mudgee is the perfect place for a weekend of wine tasting.
COOKING
SCHOOL* Highlights
The Little Cooking School*
LOWE WINES* offers cooking classes Roth’s Wine Bar* is the oldest
suited to all levels of licenced wine bar in NSW and
Founded in 2000 by David Lowe, Lowe Wines produces premium small
experience. Guests can offers visitors a large range of
batch wines from a certified organic and biodynamic property. The local wines, wood fired pizzas
cellar door is a beautiful spot to spend a few hours, with a wooded create a three-course and live music. Part of the Lowe
picnic area and access to Federation Hill with 360-degree views of the seasonal menu then enjoy Family Wine Co, Zin House*
surrounding countryside. Enjoy wine tasting, platters, and self-guided lunch and matching wines. is an organic and biodynamic
Other classes include sourdough, gnocchi and pasta restaurant featuring extensive
Farm Trail tours.
masterclasses. littlecookingschoolmudgee.com.au kitchen gardens, orchards and
lowewine.com.au surrounded by farmland. This
award-winning restaurant offers
DE BEAUREPAIRE* PELICAN special dining experiences and
events. Alby & Esthers* is a
This single estate vineyard is a boutique producer of French-style TRAVEL delightful bistro set in an 1873
wines. The historic cellar door is located in 170-year-old stables and SERVICES / stone terrace in the Mudgee town
offers sweeping views of the vineyards. In addition to wine tastings and FLYPELICAN centre, it has a pretty cobblestone
courtyard where visitors can sip
grazing boards, experiences include A Sparkling Affair, with matched AIRLINES coffee, cocktails or kombucha
French-style sparkling wines and canapés; and Long Lunch in the Pelican Travel Services and enjoy a delicious share plate.
Vines, an annual event which includes great wine, food and music. / FlyPelican Airlines is a Locally made, artisan cheese,
debeaurepairewines.com High Valley Cheese Co* can be
regional airline and charter found on many menus throughout
company servicing Regional Mudgee and tastings and
GI LBERT FAMILY WINES* NSW with a fleet of 19-seater Jetstream 32 aircraft. Pelican Travel takeaway sales can be purchased
This family-owned winery is run by fifth-generation winemaker Simon Services specialises in holiday packages to Mudgee and offers at their tasting stall in town.
Gilbert and his son Will, who are deeply passionate about fine wine, flights, accommodation and tours and transfers. Accommodation
rothswinebar.com.au
heritage and local produce. The Cellar by Gilbert is their tasting room, options include luxurious homesteads with expansive surrounds and zinhouse.com.au
offering current and museum release wines from Mudgee, Orange and fashionable boutique hotels in the centre of town. albyandesthers.com.au
Eden Valley. Experiences include tastings, seasonal shared menus and pelicantravel.com.au highvalley.com.au
a Wine Masterclass.
gilbertfamilywines.com.au
LOGAN* Accommodation
Voted Best Cellar Door Experience by Australian Gourmet Traveller
Evanslea (Unrated) evanslea.com.au
magazine, this boutique winery offers a range of styles from shiraz to
sauvignon blanc. Logan’s tasting room is perched on the side of a hill Parklands Resort and
accorhotels.com
with uninterrupted views of their vineyard, where visitors can enjoy Conference Centre (Unrated)
wine, cheese and antipasto plates, or coffee and homemade cake. Comfort Inn Aden Mudgee choicehotels.com.au
loganwines.com.au
Note: Featured experiences are ready to work with the travel trade, unless (*) is placed next to a product. *These products generally do not provide commissions, however
they can add value to a guest’s NSW experience. The guide is accurate at May 2021, please note that COVID-19 is changing the way businesses operate on a regular basis.
Businesses without (*) placed next to their product include commission, however this is subject to change. visitnsw.com
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Orange
Orange
The pretty regional town of Orange is a food
GETTING THERE and wine lovers’ delight. This cool climate
wine region is located three-and-a-half
HUNTER hours’ drive west of Sydney and is the perfect
place to escape for wine, food and culture,
VALLEY
MUDGEE
ORANGE offering highly acclaimed restaurants,
SOUTHERN
SYDNEY fashionable cafes, growers markets, designer
shopping, art galleries and more.
HIGHLANDS
SHOALHAVEN
CANBERRA COAST
DISTRICT
Orange is also home to the annual Orange F.O.O.D Week,
Australia’s longest-running regional food festival. Outdoor
B Y CA R activities include hiking the track of Mount Canobolas and
Approx. 3hrs 30min from Sydney exploring nearby scenic national parks. Accommodation options
N EA REST A IRPORT range from trendy boutique hotels located in the centre of town to
Orange luxurious vineyard cottages.
B Y TRA IN
Approx. 4hrs 45min from Sydney Meet Orange locals and winemakers and learn more about the
Orange wine region in this destination video.
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Tours, Activities & Attractions
Winery Experiences
Orange is the state’s largest high-altitude, cool climate wine region. Along WINERY EXPERIENCES OF ORANGE
with the rich volcanic soil from nearby Mount Canobolas, Orange has the
perfect conditions to produce cool climate wines, including award-winning
This boutique tour company offers bespoke, private wine tours
for up to six people. The team will pick up and drop off guests
Gourmet
chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, shiraz and pinot noir and sparkling wine.
to accommodation close to Orange, make advance wine- tasting
bookings and take care of all the logistics and thoughtful details. Highlights
PHILIP SHAW* It offers a wide choice of itineraries from farmgate experiences to
gourmet picnics and private winery trails. Award-winning restaurant Antica
One of the pioneering winemaking families of Orange, the Koomooloo
wineryexperiencesorange.com.au Australis* has a slow-food philosophy
vineyard is home to Philip Shaw Wines and is one of the highest and and a rustic Italian menu in the
coolest vineyards in Australia. The cellar door is located in a beautiful heart of historic Carcoar. Another
130 year Bluestone barn, with stunning surrounding gardens where sophisticated spin on seasonal
produce is the French- and Italian-
guests can enjoy a range of wine and food tasting experiences. inspired menu at dining institution
philipshaw.com.au Lolli Redini*, while at Tonic* in nearby
Millthorpe, the fine-dining experience
highlights local farm-to-plate produce
ROWLEE WINES such as Cowra lamb. Parrot Distillery*
makes artisan gin in Orange and
serves up tasting flights in a quirky
This estate makes wines exclusively from its single vineyard
bar space. For beautiful views,
located in the foothills of Mount Canobolas. Rowlee Wines offers Sister’s Rock Restaurant* overlooking
intimate tastings, wine and food pairings, picnics in the vines and Borrodell Vineyard serves dishes
featuring fresh produce grown onsite.
luxury accommodation. Surrounded by vineyards, farmland and
The Agrestic Grocer* sells fruit and
a conservation area, the winery dates back to the mid-1800s and vegetables and has an on-site brewery
includes the original homestead and outbuildings. Grapes are and restaurant, offering hearty fare
such as ploughman’s platters. Charred
harvested by hand and crafted in small batches. rowleewines.com.au
Kitchen & Bar* has a purpose-built
PRINTHIE WINES THE BARREL & LARDER wood and charcoal oven that gives
the restaurant its name and imparts a
unique flavour to many of its dishes.
Printhie Wines is now part of the Ultimate Winery Experiences The Barrel & Larder* at the Ross Hill Cooking School offers a
diverse range of culinary lessons. Options including sausage anticacarcoar.com
Australia – a hand-selected collection of premium wineries offering
lolliredini.com.au
unique experiences. Printhie Picnic boasts a gourmet hamper to making, kids’ cooking classes and Vietnamese, Sri Lankan and tonicmillthorpe.com.au
enjoy among the vineyards, while the Sparkling Masterclass teaches Japanese cooking classes. Watch chefs prepare a selection of parrotdistillingco.com.au
borrodell.com.au
guests the art of crafting bubbles. Winemakers at Work offers a rare beautiful dishes, then enjoy a shared meal matched with Ross Hill’s theagresticgrocer.com.au
opportunity to be guided through the winery by a Printhie winemaker. cool climate wines. rosshillwines.com.au charred.com.au
The one-of-a-kind tour includes private transport, al fresco lunch and
a Printhie Flagship Tasting. printhiewines.com.au
SWINGING BRIDGE*
Accommodation
This family-owned winery specialises in premium chardonnay and Best Western Plus ambassador-orange.com.au
Ambassador Orange
pinot noir. It’s cellar door has been awarded Gourmet Traveller WINE
magazine’s Best Cellar Door in the region. Guests can enjoy a sit-down The Oriana orianaorange.com
experience with beautiful views of Mount Canobolas. Experiences
include wine tastings, a picnic in the vines, or for something really UNIQUE Rowlee Wines rowleewines.com.au
special, the Sydney to Orange helicopter experience.
swingingbridge.com.au
Note: Featured experiences are ready to work with the travel trade, unless (*) is placed next to a product. *These products generally do not provide commissions, however
they can add value to a guest’s NSW experience. The guide is accurate at May 2021, please note that COVID-19 is changing the way businesses operate on a regular basis.
Businesses without (*) placed next to their product include commission, however this is subject to change. visitnsw.comNSW WINE REGIONS
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Canberra
District
Canberra
District Named after Australia’s nearby capital,
GETTING THERE the Canberra District is a cool climate
region located 30 minutes from Canberra
HUNTER
and three hours southwest of Sydney.
This highly regarded and flourishing young
VALLEY
MUDGEE
ORANGE wine region is one of Australia’s fastest-
SOUTHERN
SYDNEY growing regions, with more than 140
HIGHLANDS
vineyards and 30 cellar doors producing
CANBERRA
DISTRICT
SHOALHAVEN
COAST award-winning, elegant wines.
The picturesque towns of the region include Murrumbateman,
B Y CA R Gundaroo, Yass and Bungendore, which are perfect for food and wine
Approx. 3hrs drive from
Sydney to Murrumbateman lovers to explore. Visitors can discover the region by bike or car and
N EA REST A IRPORT enjoy local specialties such as cured and smoked meats, apples, olives
Canberra and truffles in some of the village cafes and winery restaurants.
B Y TRA IN
Approx. 3hrs 30min from Sydney
to Bungendore Meet Canberra District winemakers and learn about the region in this
destination video.
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Tours, Activities & Attractions
HELICOPTER CORP*
Helicopter Corp provides exceptional helicopter experiences to
Gourmet
Winery Experiences Highlights
Regional NSW and specialises in tour packages to wineries in the
Canberra District wine region. Guests can enjoy a lunch along with
local wines via a scenic heli transfer from Canberra.
helicoptercorp.com.au
POACHERS
PANTR Y*
Famous for its elegant shiraz and crisp riesling, this young, diverse region
Poachers Pantry is one of the
punches above its weight, with an exciting mix of traditional styles and exciting finest smokehouses in Australia,
blends. Meet the winemakers themselves and enjoy personalised experiences. located on a working farm. Guests
can explore the vineyards, visit
the cellar door and enjoy a meal
TALLAGANDRA HILL* at Smokehouse Restaurant.
This small, family-owned winery offers tastings at the cellar door on poacherspantry.com.au
Saturday and Sunday. Its award-winning single vineyard wines include
shiraz, tempranillo, vermentino, viognier, cabernet franc and cabernet OLLEYVILLE AT
sauvignon. Choose from a range of wine and food tasting experiences,
including Jacko’s Pizza Van on Sundays. There are three cottages to stay in
SHAW VINEYARD
at the winery too. ESTATE*
tallagandrahill.com.au BLACKWATTLE ALPACA FARM Olleyville at Shaw Vineyard Estate
Located in Murrumbateman, Blackwattle Alpaca Farm is surrounded boasts a refined gastronomic
LAKE GEORGE WINERY* by wineries and offers picturesque views of the Brindabella Ranges. experience with a menu that centres
Established in 1971, Lake George Winery is the oldest winery in the The farm provides a unique location to learn about alpacas and their around a wood-fired oven. Guests
Canberra District. The 150-hectare property is surrounded by the rolling luxury fibre. Blackwattle Alpaca Farms offers visitors tours of the farm can visit the cellar door or enjoy a
hills of the Cullerin Escarpment. The cellar door is open from Thursday providing an insight into farming alpacas in Australia. meal at the on-site restaurant.
to Sunday and the onsite restaurant, The Westering, offers a rustic menu
blackwattlealpacas.com.au olleyville.com.au
paired with award-winning Lake George wines.
lakegeorgewinery.com.au
SHAW WINES* Accommodation
This beautiful, modern winery offers a private tasting room for group
Abode Murrumbateman
bookings, an open seated tasting room and a casual lounge where visitors abodehotels.com.au
(Unrated), Murrumbateman
can relax in an armchair with a glass of wine and a cheese plate enjoying
the vineyard views. Open seven days a week, the winery also has an art Tallagandra Hill Cottage
gallery and onsite restaurant. UNIQUE tallagandrahill.com.au
Accommodation*, Gundaroo
shawwines.com.au
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they can add value to a guest’s NSW experience. The guide is accurate at May 2021, please note that COVID-19 is changing the way businesses operate on a regular basis.
Businesses without (*) placed next to their product include commission, however this is subject to change. visitnsw.comNSW WINE REGIONS
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Shoalhaven
Coast
Shoalhaven
Coast Just two hours from Sydney on the NSW
GETTING THERE South Coast, the Shoalhaven Coast wine
region offers visitors a gourmet paradise
with sustainable seafood, fresh produce,
elegant wineries and acclaimed restaurants
HUNTER
VALLEY
MUDGEE
uniquely situated alongside pristine beaches
ORANGE
and spectacular national parks.
SYDNEY
SOUTHERN
HIGHLANDS Visitors can enjoy the beautiful Seven Mile Beach and go swim-
ming, surfing or fishing, and have memorable animal encoun-
SHOALHAVEN
CANBERRA COAST ters, from kangaroos on the beach to dolphins and whales in the
DISTRICT
blue of Jervis Bay.
Shoalhaven is one of Australia’s only wine regions located by the
B Y CA R coast and is home to 18 vineyards with cellar doors. Shoalhaven
Approx. 2hrs from Sydney Coast wineries have begun to feature regularly in national wine
N EA REST A IRPORTS shows. The region’s signature French red grape chambourcin
Shellharbour and Sydney and other warm climate varietals such as semillon and sauvi-
gnon blanc pair nicely with local seafood.
B Y TRA IN
Approx. 2hrs 30min from Sydney Meet Shoalhaven Coast local heroes and winemakers and learn
to Gerringong
about the region in this destination video.
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Tours, Activities & Attractions
WINE KNOT TOURS
Wine Knot Tours is a small group and
private tour operator that provides
unrivalled experiences of the Shoalhaven
Wine Region. Wine Knot Tours has built
valued relationships with wineries and
local providores which make for unforgettable tours where guests can
immerse themselves into the regions sublime produce, wine, culture,
history and world-renowned scenery and wildlife. Wine Knot Tours
provides day tours of the Shoalhaven region and multi-day tours from
Sydney with luxury accommodation included. wineknottours.com.au
DOLPHIN WATCH
CRUISES Gourmet
Award-winning cruise operator, Dolphin
Watch Cruises Jervis Bay offers a range Highlights
of cruises to spot dolphins and seals
Winery Experiences
all-year round and whales (from May
to November) in the pristine waters of Jervis Bay. Specially designed The iconic Bannisters by the Sea*
vessels provide comfort and unparalleled access to seal colonies, in Mollymook is home to chef
dolphins and famous Jervis Bay landmarks. dolphinwatch.com.au Rick Stein’s restaurant, which
specialises in locally caught
seafood. Freshly shucked oysters,
JERVIS BAY WILD Hervey Bay Scallops and lobster
Jervis Bay Wild offers whale watching thermidor are just some of the
The vineyards in the Shoalhaven region are among the most beautiful in during the annual season between May highlights on the menu. For a
the state with stunning locations and ocean views. Crooked River Wines and November, and dolphin cruises all romantic trip away, Bannisters has
year round. Kayaking, canoeing, stand-up three accommodation options, from
takes in a landscape that stretches from the mountains to the sea. Two Figs paddle boarding and private cruise tours the beach-chic style of The Pavilion
Winery overlooks the Shoalhaven River and has breathtaking views. Silos are also available. jervisbaywild.com.au and the luxurious Bannisters by
the Sea to the quiet, spacious
Estate operates from heritage buildings on a property farmed by settlers since and comfortable beach houses.
DISCOVER
1870, Coolangatta offers a glimpse into colonial history being the first site of
Bangalay Dining offers formal
JERVIS BAY dining and an alfresco area, and
European settlement on the South Coast. Discover Jervis Bay specialises in is nestled between Bangalay sand
experience packages that include forest on Seven Mile Beach and the
accommodation, tours, attractions Shoalhaven Heads Golf Course. The
and restaurants. A specialist in Asian modern Australian menu features
CUPITT’S ESTATE markets, Discover Jervis Bay creates fresh itineraries that deliver local and native ingredients, with
This pretty winery is tucked behind the hills of Milton and also boasts the best experiences for international visitors. From scenic cruises to much of the produce sourced
a brewery, fromagerie, restaurant and cottage accommodation, with sustainably from local producers.
museum visits, natural wonders such as the Kiama Blowhole to the
beautiful views over the vineyard to Burrill Lake and the Budawang best foodie experiences, such as visiting oyster farms and orchards. bannisters.com.au
Ranges. The Tour and Taste Experience includes a guided tour of the discoverjervisbay.com.au bangalayvillas.com.au
property with Cupitt’s head winemaker and a sampling of wine, beer
and cheese. Other experiences include a Sunset Winery Tour, Meet the
Maker Tour, as well as masterclasses and workshops.
cupitt.com.au
Accommodation
CAMBEWARRA ESTATE* Ulladulla Guest House, Ulladulla guesthouse.com.au
Cambewarra Estate Winery lies at the foothills of the Cambewarra Crystal Creek Meadows Luxury
Cottages and Spa Retreat, crystalcreekmeadows.com.au
Mountain and features a cellar door, restaurant, studio apartment and Kangaroo Valley
a reception room with outdoor surrounds ideal for events. The child
and pet friendly cellar door offers a high tea experience where guests UNIQUE Bangalay, Shoalhaven Heads bangalayvillas.com.au
can enjoy sweet and savoury delights with tea and sparkling wine set
amongst the grape vines. UNIQUE Paperbark Camp, Jervis Bay paperbarkcamp.com.au
cambewarraestate.com.au
Note: Featured experiences are ready to work with the travel trade, unless (*) is placed next to a product. *These products generally do not provide commissions, however
they can add value to a guest’s NSW experience. The guide is accurate at May 2021, please note that COVID-19 is changing the way businesses operate on a regular basis.
Businesses without (*) placed next to their product include commission, however this is subject to change. visitnsw.comNSW WINE REGIONS
Southern
NSW WINE REGIONS
Highlands
Southern
Highlands
The Southern Highlands is located just 90
GETTING THERE minutes south of Sydney and is a cool climate
wine region with 17 cellar doors, ranging from
elegant French provincial to contemporary
HUNTER
VALLEY architectural statements. It is a place to
discover acclaimed restaurants, cool climate
MUDGEE
ORANGE
wines, classic country pubs and an abundance
SOUTHERN
HIGHLANDS
SYDNEY of local produce in one of Australia’s most
highly regarded gourmet regions.
SHOALHAVEN
CANBERRA COAST
DISTRICT
For visitors, the Southern Highlands offers food festivals and
events, sophisticated red wines, beautiful flower gardens, luxuri-
ous day spas and country manors with challenging golf courses.
B Y CA R
Approx. 90min from Sydney to Bowral Guests can enjoy exploring winding country roads or hire a bike
and cycle through the vineyards. The Southern Highlands boasts
N EA REST A IRPORT many pretty villages, with antique stores to browse and museums
Sydney and art galleries to see.
B Y TRA IN
Approx. 1hr 45min from Sydney Meet Southern Highlands winemakers and learn about the region
in this destination video.
visitnsw.comNSW WINE REGIONS
Tours, Activities & Attractions
THE BRADMAN
MUSEUM
Loved by cricket fans, The Bradman
Museum International Cricket Hall
of Fame is located in Sir Donald
Bradman’s hometown of Bowral. Guests can experience live
footage from games held around the world, see fascinating
memorabilia, a contemporary art gallery, gift store and dine in
the café. internationalcrickethall.com
ILLAWARRA FLY
Gourmet
TREETOP WALK
Winery Experiences
Great fun for families or anyone
Highlights
who loves adventure, the Illawarra
Fly Treetop Walk allows people to
experience the Illawarra escarpment with a 1500m walk through
beautiful rainforest. There’s also a zipline tour experience for
thrill seekers. illawarrafly.com
The fertile soils, high altitude and seasonal changes are ideal for cool climate vineyards The Loch is a working farm,
garden and guest house, just
and the Southern Highlands specialises in pinot noir, pinot gris and sparkling wines. WILD FOOD minutes from the historic town
ADVENTURES of Berrima, and serves relaxing
CENTENNIAL VINEYARDS Wild Food Adventures has a diverse long lunches on Sundays. One
RESTAURANT & CELLAR DOOR* range of tours from hiking and wildlife of the newest restaurants in the
Centennial Vineyards is located minutes from the historic township spotting to fine dining and farm visits. Southern Highlands, Birch* blends
of Bowral and offers a premium restaurant, cellar door and function With the signature Canoes, Champagne and Canapé tour guests contemporary, modern Australian
venue. Their vineyard is over 760 metres in altitude and produces can enjoy beautiful waterways, wine and canapés, followed by a food with warm hospitality. Set
award-winning cool climate wines. Centennial Vineyards offers delicious paddock-to-plate lunch. wildfoodadventures.com.au inside a stunning heritage building
visitors a range of experiences including a masterclass in the region’s in Berrima, Eschalot* is a fine-
signature grape variety, pinot. Centennial Vineyards Restaurant is DIRTY JANES* dining establishment offering
fresh produce grown on site in
known for its stunning setting amongst the vines and offers the
Visitors who love vintage clothing
perfect destination for a long lunch or a luxurious high tea. the restaurant’s gardens and
and fossicking for new treasures
centennial.net.au greenhouses.
enjoy Dirty Janes* in Bowral. A huge
warehouse with more than 80 dealers theloch.net.au
TRACTORLESS VINEYARD & offering everything from furniture to clothing and collectibles. birchrestaurant.com.au
BOWRAL BREWING COMPANY dirtyjanes.com eschalot.com.au
With an urban cellar door that offers a fun and immersive experience
for guests, Tractorless Vineyard embraces a combination of traditional
knowledge and skills with new-world techniques, all guided by
biodynamic principles. Visitors can have a guided wine, beer and cider Accommodation
tasting at The Mill; get a guided tour of the vineyard and feed the winery’s
sheep; enjoy a barrel tasting with the winemaker; or try grape stomping. Peppers Craigieburn, Bowral
peppers.com.au
tractorlessvineyard.com.au (Unrated)
Peppers Manor House, Sutton
peppers.com.au
PEPPERGREEN ESTATE Forest (Unrated)
PepperGreen Estate is a winery, restaurant, cellar door, tasting room Milton Park Country House & Spa,
miltonpark.com.au
Bowral (Unrated)
and olive grove located in the historic town of Berrima. The elegant
cellar door is located in an iconic building that once operated as a UNIQUE Downunder Farmstays, Bowral downunderfarmstays.com.au
famous antique store. Experiences are hosted by charismatic and
knowledgeable guides and include an interactive wine discovery
UNIQUE The Loch, Berrima theloch.net.au
paired with food in the premium private room at the Cellar Door. The
Ultimate Vineyard Experience and Limited Edition Olive Grove Picking
Experience (available during the picking times) includes a visit to UNIQUE Vine Lodge, Exeter vinelodge.com.au
PepperGreen Estate’s vineyard and olive groves in Canyonleigh.
peppergreenestate.com.au
Note: Featured experiences are ready to work with the travel trade, unless (*) is placed next to a product. *These products generally do not provide commissions, however
they can add value to a guest’s NSW experience. The guide is accurate at May 2021, please note that COVID-19 is changing the way businesses operate on a regular basis.
Businesses without (*) placed next to their product include commission, however this is subject to change. visitnsw.comvisitnsw.com
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