The 16 wine regions of NSW represent a diversity of climate and terroir unequalled in any other Australian state.
From Australia’s oldest continuous wine region – the famous Hunter Valley – to exciting new cool climate regions such as Orange, the Southern Highlands and Tumbarumba, the regions of NSW produce wines to appeal to every palate.
As well as meeting passionate winemakers at their stunning cellar doors, discover delicious produce and beautiful creations at acclaimed cellar door restaurants across regional NSW.
You’ll find plenty of things to do and see in the wine regions. Journey high above the vines to view the beautiful landscape from a hot air balloon, play golf among the vineyards or take a Murray River paddle-steamer to a riverside winery. You can even enjoy wine tasting after a morning on the ski slopes at Snowy Vineyard Estate.
There are food, music, wine and cultural festivals celebrated throughout the year, so any time is a good time to visit the wine regions of NSW!
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The Canberra District is thriving as visitors discover its premium wines, cellar doors and picturesque scenery.
Undulating hills and distant views of the Snowy Mountains form the backdrop of the Canberra District wine region. It’s an evolving region of boutique food and wine producers, with acclaimed restaurants and cultural attractions in nearby Canberra.
The diverse landscape and cool climate are ideal for producing high-quality wines. Now a new generation of winemakers are exploring alternative varieties and innovative techniques, setting the scene for a bold, bright future.
Diverse and delicious wines, local produce, natural attractions and charming towns – the burgeoning Cowra wine region ticks all the boxes for a perfect country getaway.
Neat vineyards, gentle slopes and blue skies stretch in all directions. Here you’ll find classic and alternative grape varieties thriving in more than 40 vineyards along with cellar doors and restaurants that showcase the talents of passionate producers.
Collaboration defines the Cowra’s down-to-earth wine community. Beyond the beautiful vines –or above them in a hot-air balloon – discover national parks, waterways and fascinating historical sites.
Discover the scenery and history that make Gundagai a celebrated piece of rural Australia and a diverse up-and-coming wine region.
One of the newest wine regions in New South Wales, Gundagai is home to diverse wine styles, local produce and a handful of welcoming cellar doors where you can sample the region’s best.
Its scenic surrounds offer walking and cycling trails and heritage sites to explore, and at its heart is the iconic town of Gundagai, which has inspired dozens of poems and songs.
Soak up the natural beauty of the Hastings River wine region on New South Wales’ dazzling mid-north coast.
This compact region offers food-friendly wines and fresh seafood within a leafy coastal setting. The first vines were planted here in 1837, and in the 1980s the region was reinvigorated by pioneering family producers.
On the coast you’ll find the holiday town of Port Macquarie, popular for its pristine beaches and top restaurants. Nearby are natural wonders to explore, from subtropical rainforests and dramatic waterfalls to the foothills of the Great Dividing Range.
Hilltops is a hidden gem of a region, home to a huge array of exciting prize-winning wines and rustic cellar doors.
The yellow-green hills of the Hilltops wine region are checkered with orchards, olive groves and grapevines. The region was built on gold and you’ll find traces of its history all over. But these days the spotlight's on food and wine.
Down-to-earth producers handcraft diverse wines and quietly pull in a string of awards. Hilltops doesn’t have the star power of the big-name wine regions, and locals and visitors wouldn’t have it any other way.
The Hunter Valley wine region has a rich history and a new generation of daring winemakers rewriting its future. Picturesque, it's packed with award-winning restaurants and experiences to discover.
Iconic wineries dot rolling hills in the home of Australia’s first commercial vineyards. Just over two hours' drive from Sydney, it’s a popular tourist spot bordered by national parks.
And while it might be defined by its past as a birthplace of Australian wine, it’s a region that refuses to stand still, with creative winemakers taking a typically Australian approach to innovation and experimentation.
Elegant wines, excellent produce and a bustling town are the hallmarks of this verdant valley.
Tucked behind the Blue Mountains, the Mudgee wine region is cradled by an outer rim of hills. In fact, the name ‘Mudgee’ is based on a local Aboriginal word meaning ‘nest in the hills’.
Grapes were first grown in Mudgee in the 1850s and its rich history can be seen in its well-preserved sandstone buildings. But it’s also a region firmly in the present. Passionate producers have built a thriving food and wine scene where boutique wineries and cellar doors abound.
Home to World Heritage wilderness and world-class wines, the high-altitude New England Australian wine region will give you a new perspective.
Grape growing has a long tradition in New England Australia, kicking off in the early 1800s and quickly earning international acclaim. Today, the region’s stable of classic cool-climate wines are joined by alternative varieties and creative young winemakers keeping things fresh.
The region’s lush hills are home to some of Australia’s highest vineyards, along with gorges, wildlife and dramatic waterfalls. A network of small towns and villages offer adventures of the indoor variety.
In the New South Wales’ Central Ranges, the stunning Orange wine region is for lovers of good food and wine.
Heritage streetscapes and picturesque countryside sets the scene in this gourmet hotspot. It’s home to top restaurants, delicious festivals and abundant regional produce, from berries and truffles to cheese.
Orange is a cool-climate area on the rise, with more than 60 wineries producing some world-class wines. They’re known for reflecting the region’s unique environment – a chance to taste the real Orange.
One of Australia’s youngest and most compact wine regions, Perricoota is big on country charm and outstanding wines.
Vineyards thrive in this riverside region studded with red gums. Since vines were planted in the early 1990s, the Perricoota wine region has made its mark producing food-friendly classics like Chardonnay and Shiraz and vibrant alternatives such as Vermentino and Sangiovese.
It’s in the heart of a popular tourist spot surrounding the historic river towns of Moama and Echuca. Visits usually centre on water and wine: think river boats, paddle-steamer winery tours and accommodation nestled among vineyards.
Vines flourish in the warm and fertile Riverina wine region. It’s a natural beauty with a vibrant food scene and home to some of the biggest names in Australian wine.
The Riverina is a diverse agricultural region with a strong food and wine culture influenced by its Italian-Australian population. It’s centred on the regional city of Griffith, and historic villages, national parks and rivers offer more to explore.
The Riverina is one of our most successful grape-growing regions, producing a large volume of grapes that go into world famous wines. It’s also home to Australia’s renowned Semillon dessert wines and curious winemakers exploring alternative varieties that are redefining the region.
Vineyards extend from the lush green hills of the hinterland to coastal plains in the picturesque Shoalhaven Coast wine region, stretching along the New South Wales south coast.
This young wine region has quickly found fans thanks to its food-friendly wines, bustling cellar doors and vibrant natural beauty.
The climate is ideal for exploring waterfalls and pristine beaches and soaking up the sun over a glass of wine paired with local seafood. Dining options abound, from picnics in nature reserves to high-end dining with ocean views.
The Southern Highlands wine region is full of life. It’s a high-altitude country retreat building a global reputation for its wines.
The natural beauty of this lush, cool-climate region is matched by its exciting wines. That’s thanks to a young wine community exploring new possibilities and bringing energy and diversity to Australian wine.
On Sydney’s doorstep, the Southern Highlands is a popular destination for its wine tastings in boutique cellar doors, regional produce and top restaurants in historical towns with real charm.
A subalpine area with stunning scenery, Tumbarumba is a young wine region making some of our most exciting cool-climate wines. Extraordinary doesn’t need history.
Bubbling streams, green fields and the dramatic peaks of the Snowy Mountains make Tumbarumba a land of unspoilt beauty. Add in outdoor adventures, nearby ski fields and top produce, and it becomes a go-to country getaway.
With its focus on premium grapes and top sparkling wines, this high-altitude region’s reputation continues to climb.