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PUBLISHED OCTOBER 2018

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Orange– a unique cool

climate wine region

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5x Practical Websitesvisitorange.com.au

To learn more about the Orange region, including things to see and

do, villages to visit, find accommodation, discover wineries and food,

Visit Orange has all the information you need to make your next visit

memorable.

winesoforange.com.auTo help make your selection of wineries to visit in the Orange area, head

to Wines Of Orange, which has details on all the local wineries, varietals,

as well as wine related events and experiences on off er.

stayorange.com.auIf you’re looking for accommodation in Orange, Stay Orange has a

wide range of accommodation styles to choose from including Bed

& Breakfasts, self-contained apartments and cottages for families or

groups of friends.

visitnsw.com/destinations/country-nsw/orange-area

The Visit NSW website also has plenty of helpful information to plan a

trip to Orange, including to places to stay and eat, as well as upcoming

events. The site is very visual so it will give you a good snapshot of

some of the things you can expect to discover before you arrive.

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Learn more about local historyThe people, landscape and communities of the Orange area are on display at the

Orange Regional Museum attraction. Open daily from 9am to 4pm, the museum hosts

temporary and permanent exhibitions on a variety of themes including settlement of

the region, mining, the built environment, agriculture, migration and significant events

and individuals from the local area.

151 Byng St, Orange NSW 2800

02 6393 8444

Enjoy the local artBuilt around the modernist core of the Mary

Turner Collection of Australian art, Orange

has developed specialities in Contemporary

Australian painting, Outsider Art, ceramic

sculpture and public sculpture. The Orange

Regional Gallery is a contemporary space

featuring three galleries of paintings, photos

& sculpture by Australian artists, which is

open daily from 10am to 4pm, and admission

is free.

149 Byng Street, Orange

02 393 8136

Go shoppingFor some retail therapy, pop into Hawkes

General Store. Originally named ‘The

Orange Spinning Wheel’, the store has

grown in size and scope since it opened

in 1976 to provide an exciting and ever

changing shopping experience for locals

and visitors to Orange. They source

products from around the world and have

built a reputation of stocking unique

pieces that are high quality, beautiful and

sometimes even a little bit whacky.

46 Sale Street, Orange

02 6362 5851

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Located in the Central Ranges of New South Wales, Orange is relatively young compared to other wine regions. Orange wines developed in the 1980s and today

the region boasts over 1500 hectares of grapes and around 80 vineyards. The area is recognised both for the quality of wine as well its fi ne food, which await

discovery in the picturesque pastoral setting.

Set at over 600 metres above sea level, the inland cool climate has a long and slow growing period, dry autumns, and higher-than-average rainfall. This produces

crisp, expressive white wines and savoury, light to medium bodied red wines, with the region planted to 60% red wine varieties and 40% white wine varieties.

Shiraz is widely planted in the Orange region, showing red and blackberry fruit fl avours, peppery spice and herbal notes, generally lighter in body and best drunk

within the fi rst fi ve years. Chardonnay is another popular variety, with many examples enhanced by oak to enhance texture and richness. Orange has also seen an increase in newer-to-Australia varieties in recent years, including Sangiovese,

Tempranillo, Zinfandel, Viognier and more.

If you haven’t experienced Orange wines then this comprehensive wine lover’s guide that we’ve put together will help you plan all aspects of your visit.

Enjoy!

““

Christine Ricketts

Cellar Director

Please note: Prices and information correct at the date of publication based on publicly available information. It is always best to contact the supplier directly to ensure the information presented in this guide remain accurate.

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Orange is easily accessible from SydneyOnly a three and a half hour drive west of

Sydney, Orange is a perfect weekend wine

tasting destination. Once there, you’ll find

the regional centre is full of character, and

it’s a great base for exploring the wine and

food of the district.

Best time to visitDue to its proximity to Sydney, Orange

welcomes visitors year round. In fact you’ll

be hard pressed to decide when to go:

springtime in the region is vibrant, summers

are mild, and people travel from far afield to

see the spectacular autumn colours.

Expect unique winesThe beauty of Orange wines is that they

are uniquely their own. You’ll find lighter

to medium bodied examples of Shiraz

and pristine, fresh Chardonnay that off er

distinct flavour, weight, texture and varietal

character.

A long history of fruit growingThere’s no question Orange produces great

grapes, but the area also has a long history

of growing apples, cherries and stone fruits.

Be sure to taste some of the local produce

when you visit, and depending on the time

of year you’re there, you might be able to

take part in some fruit picking.

5 Practical FactsDon’t let the cold weather put you off Being a cool climate region, winter in Orange

does get cold. However, don’t let this put you

off . Provided you bring warm clothing, there’s

plenty of hearty fare to sample in-between

wine tastings, not to mention lots of warm

firesides to relax beside.

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Visit the cavesThe Borenore Caves, contained

within the Borenore Karst

Conservation Reserve, are a series of

limestone caves that are located on

the Orange-Forbes road, 17km from

Orange. Borenore Caves Reserve

is an ideal place for the family to

enjoy a relaxing day out. You can

have a picnic lunch and wander

the reserve, exploring the many

wonders of the Tunnel Cave & Arch

Cave. Remember to bring enclosed

shoes and a torch is required as the

majority of the Tunnel Cave is dark.

www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/

visit-a-park/parks/borenore-karst-

conservation-reserve

Go mountain exploringMount Canobolas is a mountain on a

spur of the Great Dividing Range and

almost impossible to miss if you take a

trip to Orange. Many of the vineyards are

situated on the mountain’s slopes but

once you’ve finished wine tasting, don’t

miss the chance to appreciate the beauty

of this natural wonder. Mount Canobolas

State Conservation Area off ers bird

watching, walking, scenic views, pretty

picnic areas and a great campground.

www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-

a-park/parks/mount-canobolas-state-

conservation-area

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5 Non-Wine Related Things To Do

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5 Fast Facts30+ cellar doorsWhile on the national scale Orange isn’t as large as iconic regions such as the Barossa,

Orange has over 80 vineyards and more than 30 cellar doors. Plenty to keep you occupied for

a weekend of wine tasting, in other words!

A boutique wine lovers’ paradiseOrange’s strength is its individuality and this is reflected in the assortment of boutique

wineries available to visit. Whether you’re a Shiraz lover, prefer white wines or are keen to try

some alternate varieties, there’s something for all tastes in Orange.

A vibrant regional hubWhile Orange is close to Sydney, it’s still far enough to have developed its own sense of self,

and visitors can enjoy immersing themselves in the character of this vibrant regional hub. As

well as food and wine, there are art galleries, parks and shopping to enjoy.

Time your trip to take in a festival Orange holds two major festivals each year: Orange F.O.O.D Week in April and the Orange

Wine Festival in October. Each festival provides an opportunity to experience the best Orange

has to off er and these events attract visitors from far and wide.

Get close to natureAnother advantage to visiting Orange is that it’s surrounded by natural beauty. Nature lovers,

walkers and hikers are spoiled for choice with nearby national parks, waterfalls, lookouts,

reserves, and gardens.

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BathurstNearby Bathurst is well worth a visit for its

thriving arts scene, rich heritage, fascinating

museums and diverse local food and wines.

A growing and vibrant city of over 35,000

people, it’s only a forty minute drive southeast

of Orange. Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll

find it in Bathurst: heritage listed houses like

Abercrombie House, the National Motor Racing

Museum on iconic Mt Panorama, horse riding,

gardens and much more.

www.bathurstregion.com.au

MudgeeIf you can’t get enough of New South Wales

wines, then make a week of it and spend

some time in Mudgee. Known for its beautiful

countryside and colonial buildings, there

are over 35 wineries to be discovered in the

region, which is a 2 hour 20 minute drive

northeast from Orange. Mudgee also hosts

its own food and wine festival in September

every year.

www.visitmudgeeregion.com.au

Blue MountainsIf you’re driving to Orange from Sydney, stop in

at the Blue Mountains on the way. The area is

known for its dramatic scenery featuring steep

cliff s, eucalyptus forests, waterfalls and villages

dotted with guesthouses. The breathtaking

views attract visitors worldwide at The Three

Sisters at Echo Point. There’s also bushwalking,

the Scenic Skyway, galleries, dining, shopping,

day spas and golf to list just few.

www.visitbluemountains.com.au

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MillthorpeMillthorpe is a beautiful heritage-listed

village in the Central West of NSW just 20

minutes drive southeast of Orange. The

town off ers award winning restaurants, wine

tasting and cellar doors, delightful cafés,

great coff ee and local produce as well

as boutique shops selling gifts, clothes,

homewares, vintage collectables and more.

www.millthorpevillage.com.au

CarcoarCarcoar lays claim to being the most intact

historic village in Australia. The village

is approximately 40 minutes drive from

Orange and boasts unique shopping, art

and antiques. Enjoy the many museums

of off er including the 20th Century Toy

Museum and the Carcoar Hospital Museum.

The Carcoar Show known as the ‘Best Little

Show in the Country’ is also held in October.

www.carcoar.com.au

CREDIT: @THE_VILLIAGE_SHIRE

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Getting Here & AroundBy carOrange and its wineries are just over 200 kilometres or three and

a half hours drive from Sydney. There are two main routes from

Sydney: via the A32 that will take you through Katoomba or via

the B59 out past Richmond and Mount Tomah. Both routes take

roughly the same time and are equally scenic.

By BusPrivate coach services are available between Sydney and Orange,

travelling daily.

www.austwidecoaches.com.au

By TrainTransport NSW runs regional train services from Central in Sydney

to Orange (transferring at Lithgow) on a daily basis. The journey

takes just under five hours.

www.transportnsw.info/regional

By PlaneRegional Express (REX) fly to Orange direct from Sydney

most days.

www.rex.com.au

Orange Wine Tasting ToursOrange Wine Tours off er an exciting way to experience the

fascinating cold climate wine region of Orange, with a range of

tours to suit everyone. Choose from all inclusive package tours,

personalised tours and you can also enjoy the delights of food

and wine with a lunch tour. Whichever option you select, Orange

Wine Tours have partnered with some of the best viticulturists in

Orange to bring you exclusive tours of this unique terroir.

www.orangewinetours.com.au

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5 Happenings

Orange Farmers MarketEvery second Saturday of the month from

8.30am to midday, the Orange Farmers

Market sells local produce to the community

and visitors. Established in 2002, each month

more than 60 stallholders gather together

to showcase their freshly picked, grown and

handcrafted produce.

www.orangefarmersmarket.org.au

Orange Winter Fire FestivalThis three-day festival showcases the best of

an authentic country winter through a series

of bonfire events inspired by the Australian

cracker night bonfire tradition. Enjoy chargrilled

feasts and rich red wines under the region’s

expansive starry night skies or huddle up next

to a fireplace in one of the country pubs or

restaurants and enjoy a blazing Sunday lunch.

www.orangewinterfirefestival.com.au

Millthorpe Garden RambleLocated just south of Orange, the Millthorpe

Garden Ramble runs on the first weekend of

November. It showcases a variety of gardens

including sweeping landscapes, creative outdoor

living areas, veggie plots, small nooks and special

places for children, with the opportunity to see

heritage homes around the village.

www.facebook.com/millthorpegardenramble/

Orange F.O.O.D WeekOrange’s annual F.O.O.D. Week (Food Of

Orange District) is Australia’s longest

running regional food festival. For more

than 25 years, the festival has celebrated

Orange’s finest fresh produce and

fine wines annually in April. It includes

farmers, producers, local chefs, cooks,

restaurateurs and caterers in a variety

of activities including F.O.O.D. HQ, Night

Markets, Autumn Grazing Dinner, Sunday

Producers Market and Brunch and a host

of other events.

www.adayonthegreen.com.au

Orange Wine FestivalThe Orange Wine Festival runs every

October over one week and two weekends,

highlighting the region’s premium wines

with over 90 events. Favourite activities

include the Orange Wine Show Tasting,

Wine in the Vines, The Vino Express and

the Festival Night Market. The Festival

is positioned as a friendly event open to

wine-lovers of all ages, encompassing new

wine drinkers to connoisseurs.

www.orangewinefestival.com.au

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5 Towns & Places to Visit

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Badlands BreweryBadlands Brewery was established in 2010

by Jon Shiner with the philosophy of creating

world-class, nationally recognised, full-flavoured

premium beers, using the finest ingredients

and best practice brewing processes. Badlands

focuses on traditional beer styles and come

to you as nature intended – unfiltered, free of

preservatives and additives.

426 Mitchell Highway, Orange

0411 025 437

Stone Pine DistilleryLocated in Bathurst, Stone Pine Distillery is

situated on the historic homestead ‘Merembra’

which dates back to the 1840s. Bev and Ian

Glen have their roots steeped in Scottish

brewing and distilling industry. When they

moved to Australia in 2006, they aimed to

establish Bathurst’s first micro distillery. They

produce gin, rum, vodka and liqueurs, and can

be tasted at Ferment, the Orange Wine Centre.

Cellar door at Ferment: 87 Hill Street, Orange

02 6360 4833

Country BrewerFeeling inspired to create your own brew? Then

this is the shop for you! Country Brewer has all

the equipment and ingredients you need for

your home brewing, but also for cheese making

and tasty home made jerky!

1/138 Lords Pl, Orange

02 5353 1162

5 Other Drink Destinations

Small Acres CyderAwarded Australia’s Most Successful

Small Producer in 2017, Small Acres Cyder

produces a range of ciders made with

the fresh juice of cider apples, drawing

on traditional methods of authentic cider

production. Their cellar door is open every

weekend from 11am to 4pm for tastings

and sales.

12 Akhurst Road, Nashdale

02 6365 2286

Borrodell VineyardA visit to Borrodell Vineyard promises more

than simply wine. They also grow many

diff erent fruit and produce such as apples,

cherries, plums, quinces, persimmons,

almonds and Black Perigord Truff les, all using

sustainable practices and no pesticides.

Borrodell has been growing cider apples and

pears since the early 1980s and use a variety

of true cider apples not widely grown in

Australia to craft their apple cider.

298 Lake Canobolas Rd, Canobolas

02 6365 3425

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Fresh FodderFresh Fodder is a small and proud producer of

handcrafted dips, salads, meals and bruschetta

breads in Orange. Their philosophy of exhibiting

wonderful flavours and good value for money

makes their dips perfect for entertaining,

especially their Taramosalata – The Gangster

Dip. For stockists visit their website.

www.freshfodder.com.au

The Second Mouse Cheese CompanyKai Woltmann’s passion for cheese started in his

home country of Germany but he only began

cheese making when he moved to Australia.

With his wife, he makes a full range of cheese

like camembert, blue, haloumi, quark and feta

using local products and are available at the

Orange Farmers Market and Agrestic Grocer.

secondmousecheeseco.com.au

Chocolate On PurposeChocolate On Purpose handcraft fine

chocolate using ingredients sourced from

Aboriginal communities, local farmers and

producers of Central Western NSW. Their

range of chocolicious gifts is available at May

Raechelle Art Gallery in Millthorpe.

10 Pym Street, Millthorpe

0413 508 638

5 Local Produce Favourites

BiteRiotThe Hall family have been growing world-

class fruit in the rich volcanic soils at the

foot of Mt Canobolas for over 40 years.

The orchard is open to the public once a

year during F.O.O.D Week, as part of the

Apple Ramble. Cherries are available for

purchase as part of the farm gate program

during cherry season between November

and mid-January and the 100% cherry

juice can be purchased from the farm gate

all year round.

448 Canobolas Road, Orange

02 6365 3377

Hillside HarvestHillside has a long history of producing quality

fruit in the Orange region. Their 75-acre

property produces many varieties of cherries,

apples, pears, stone fruits and berries. You can

purchase their produce directly from the Farm

Store or join them from November through to

April for a pick-your-own-fruit experience.

1209 The Escort Way, Borenore

02 6365 2247

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5 Cellar Doors with Outstanding Reds

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Mr Lim Korean & Chinese DinerTaking inspiration from the owner’s

experiences before arriving in Australia in

2009, Mr Lim’s serves vibrant and dynamic

Asian-inspired food using ingredients that

are produced sustainably. With décor that’s

vibrant to match, a dining experience at Mr

Lim’s promises to be a fun food experience

delivered with friendly, eff icient service.

282 Summer Street, Orange

02 6360 1122

Fiorini’s Ristorante ItalianoFiorini’s is a quaint restaurant nestled among

the orchards and vineyards of the Towac

Valley about 10km from Orange. They serve

lovingly prepared authentic Italian cuisine

in a rustic, cottage setting. Visitors are

recommended to book due to its popularity.

816 Canobolas Road, Orange

02 6365 3863

Lolli Redini RestaurantLolli Redini, or Lolli’s, as it’s fondly referred to,

is located in Orange’s restaurant precinct and

has come to be regarded as a local dining

institution, attracting a following of city

weekenders & locals alike. Lolli’s has been

duly recognised by winning fifteen Sydney

Morning Herald Chef Hats since opening in

2001 and an array of Restaurant & Caterers

Association awards as well as being featured

in numerous lifestyle & cooking publications.

48 Sale Street, Orange

02 6361 7748

Charred Kitchen & Bar Charred Kitchen & Bar off ers serious food

in a relaxed setting serving the best local

produce from Orange and beyond. The

name ‘Charred’ comes from their newly

commissioned wood and charcoal oven,

which imparts a unique flavour. Their food

takes inspiration from travels across the

globe and is made to be shared.

5 New Street, Orange

02 6363 1580

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5 Places to Eat

Racine RestaurantAt Racine Restaurant, owners Shaun and

Willa Arantz aim to provide the ultimate

Orange experience, creating a ‘flavour of

the region’ in a sophisticated way. Their

beautiful food is sourced from as close

to locally as possible from the abundant

land that surrounds Orange. Racine is

situated in a picturesque setting so typical

of Orange: overlooking a vineyard on the

foothills of the famous Mt Canobolas.

42 Lake Canobolas Road, Orange

02 6365 3275

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AngullongAngullong is a family owned wine company

with vineyards located on the southern lower

slopes of the Orange region at the foothills

of Mt Canobolas, an ancient volcano. They

have one of the largest vineyards in the

region and have a strong pastoral heritage,

continuing to run sheep and cattle on their

property which was originally established in

1950.

Stand-out wine: Fossil Hill Sangiovese Rated 96 points by James Halliday, the

Fossil Hill Sangiovese has elegant flavours

of blueberry, sour cherry and spice,

complemented by savoury herbal complexity.

The fruit comes from vines planted 20 years

ago and it’s a superb wine with Italian fare.

CostAngullong’s bluestone cellars, located in the

picturesque village of Millthorpe, was built

in the late 1800s as stables to the adjoining

hotel. The cellar door is open from 11am to

5pm seven days and they off er tastings that

are intimate, enjoyable and relaxed.

Expert tipAngullong regularly opens their doors during

the Orange Wine Festival, hosting events such

as the ‘Outstanding In The Vines’ lunch.

The Old Bluestone Stables, Victoria Street,

Millthorpe

02 6366 4300

www.angullong.com.au

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Canobolas Smith Wines Canobolas Smith Wines craft premium

quality wines of longevity and purity from

their mature vineyard planted in 1986 on the

northern slopes of Mt Canobolas. They take

an artisanal approach to wine making, with

no compromises made at any stage of the

process. Their wines reflect both the season

and varietal, whilst maintaining their own

unique ‘house style’.

Stand-out wine: Alchemy Red BlendThe Alchemy Red Blend is only produced

in the best vintages and combines the dark

forest fruits of Cabernet Sauvignon, the

perfumed aroma and chocolate characters of

Cabernet Franc with the spice, pepper and

vibrancy of Shiraz. The result is a wonderful

completeness and it will age incredibly well.

CostTastings are $10 per person, refundable

upon wine purchase from the cellar door.

The cellar door is open every Saturday

from 11am – 5pm and at other times by

appointment (closed in January).

Expert tipThe vineyard sits at an elevation of 850

metres and is considered one of Orange’s

most significant producers. Be sure to try

their Chardonnay as well, as many vintages

have won national awards.

Boree Lane, Orange

0499 604 108

canobolassmithwines.com.au

Boutique producer

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5 Placesfor Breakfast

Good EddyLocated in a hub of local businesses in

downtown Orange, Good Eddy is the

perfect spot for your morning, midday or

afternoon coff ee, serving a select range of

food. Husband and wife team Maddy and

Toby both used to work in the hospitality

industry in Melbourne, and you can taste

Toby’s experience as roaster in every cup

of coff ee they serve.

187 Lords Place, Orange

02 6361 7379

Bills BeansAs the name suggests, this café serves Bills

Beans, which have been gaining popularity

since the Sydney based coff ee roastery first

moved their coff ee roaster to a converted

butcher’s shop in East Orange. Today the

café is under the talented direction of Carlie

Beer and Rick Carver doing what they do

best – serving Bills Beans coff ee and light

breakfasts.

148 McLachlan Street, Orange

02 6361 1611

Factory EspressoLocated in the heart of Orange just near the

train station, Factory Espresso is set behind an

updated Art Deco façade and claims to help

you tackle what life throws at you, one coff ee

at a time! They also serve soul-warming food

and customers keep returning for the friendly

atmosphere and of course, the great coff ee.

135 Kite Street, Orange

02 6360 2858

The Agrestic GrocerThe Agrestic Grocer is more than a food

destination, it’s also a unique shopping

experience. Serving food that is fresh, local and

ethically sourced you can browse the shelves

of their store that features a range of growers,

big and small, including backyard growers.

426 Mitchell Highway, Orange

02 6360 4604

Groundstone CaféGroundstone was created in 2016 when

the gallery and museum precinct in Orange

was redesigned. Since then, Groundstone’s

bright, modern, minimalist surroundings

have become popular with all parts of the

community from professionals, students,

reading groups, ladies lunches and tourists.

They serve local first where possible and the

menu is based around the seasons.

151 Byng Street, Orange

02 6394 6386

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Sassy WinesSassy Wines is family owned and managed

by viticulturist Rob Coles and his wife Felicia.

They produce single vineyard wines with

both thought and passion and if you’re

looking for something a bit diff erent, their

signature white wine is Arneis, an Italian

white variety from Piedmont, Italy.

Cost Complimentary tastings are available every

weekend from 10am to 5pm Saturdays and

10am to 4pm Sundays.

Expert tipCheck the Sassy Wines’ website for winter

opening hours as they are a small, boutique

winery and opening hours can vary.

569 Emu Swamp Road, Emu Swamp

0409 311 395

www.sassywines.com.au

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Printhie WinesJames Halliday considers Printhie Wines

the premier winery of the Orange region.

Run by the Swift family, the 5 Star rated

winery is headed by winemaker Drew

Tuckwell. Starting his career at the famous

Brokenwood Estate in the Hunter Valley, he’s

spent time in McLaren Vale, north-eastern

Victoria, Mudgee and Tuscany. Drew is

also a contributing writer for the respected

Gourmet Traveller WINE magazine.

Stand-out wine: Mountain Range ShirazBlended from a number of vineyard sites

throughout the Orange region, the Mountain

Range Shiraz is a favourite due to its

true varietal characteristics and regional

expression. Fragrant and spice driven,

juicy red fruit verges on black berry fruit

with added complexity from cedary oak,

chocolate and earthiness.

CostTastings are complimentary and the cellar

door is open Monday to Saturday 10am to

4pm. The Printhie cellar door is located next

door to the winery, providing a picturesque

view from the verandah overlooking the

vineyard to Mt Canobolas.

Expert tipIn 2016 Printhie Wines won Best Sparkling

for its Swift Cuvée NV, so be sure to try their

whites and sparkling as well.

489 Yuranigh Road, Molong

02 6366 8422

www.printhiewines.com.au

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Ross Hill WinesRoss Hill Wines is a family aff air that started

in 1994 when there were only a few other

vineyards in Orange. Since 2014, Ross Hill

Wines has been the proud recipient of a 5

Red Star rating from James Halliday’s Wine

Companion. Their wines are available in

some of Australia’s best restaurants and

proudly serve as the house wines for iconic

Sydney restaurants as Catalina (Rose Bay,

NSW) and the Fratelli Fresh group.

Stand-out wine: Pinnacle Series Pinot NoirOrange excels at cool climate reds of finesse

and elegance like this Pinnacle Pinot Noir.

Youthful, lithe and silken, it showcases ripe

fruit hemmed in by whole bunch spice and

inherent acidity with a tannin profile of

Burgundy.

CostTastings are $10 per person, refundable on

purchase. The cellar door on Wallace Lane

is open seven days a week form 10.30am to

5pm, with winery tours commencing at 10am

sharp. Group wine tastings are available

with a booking and visitors can also enjoy

a tasting plate consisting of local produce

matched with the Ross Hill Pinnacle Range

for $40 for two.

Expert tipThe new look Cellar Door also houses Ross

Hill’s new Barrel & Larder School of Wine and

Food off ering regular classes in how to cook

and match wine.

134 Wallace Lane, Orange

02 6365 3223

www.rosshillwines.com.au

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Philip Shaw WinesPioneers of unconventional tradition!

Producing cool climate wines of elegance,

intensity and varietal character with grapes

sourced from the Koomooloo vineyard, one

of the oldest in the region. With over 100

years of combined winemaking experience,

Philip Shaw Wines are always looking to

tomorrow to improve on today. Visit the 130

year old barn and journey through the wines.

Cost Wine tastings are $10 per person, and

available seven days from 11am to 5pm with

groups of eight or more requiring a booking.

Expert tipDon’t let the cold put you off . In winter, you’ll

be welcomed by a lovely log fire.

100 Shiralee Road, Orange

02 6362 0710

www.philipshaw.com.au

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87 Hill Street, Orange

02 6360 4833

www.orangewinecentre.com.au

3 QuirkyCellar Doors

Ferment the Orange Wine CentreHoused in a carefully preserved heritage

building, Ferment’s state-of-the-art Enomatic

wine dispensers allows visitors to sample and

purchase a range of exceptional local wines.

Ferment is the off icial cellar door for 20

wineries including Antonio’s, Roaring Fork

and Zinga Wines, so if you’ve had enough of

travelling around cellar doors, you can just sit

back and relax while you get taken through a

wide range of wines in this beautiful space.

CostFerment has a $15 tasting fee which is

redeemable if you purchase wine. Tastings

are available six days a week from Monday

to Saturday 11am to 5pm and on Sundays by

appointment.

Expert tipLook out for tasting events at Ferment

featuring Peter Bourne, who is a founding

member of the Gourmet Traveller WINE

team and a wine industry expert with a focus

on wine education.

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Rowlee WinesRowlee make wines exclusively from a

single vineyard in Orange utilising varieties

suited to the cool climate and high altitude:

Arneis, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer,

Nebbiolo, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling

and Sauvignon Blanc. Harvested by hand

and crafted in small batches, they work in

harmony with the seasons to create the best

quality wines.

Stand-out wine: R-Series NebbioloThe R-Series is a selection of the very best

Nebbiolo from an exceptional vintage. With

intense cherry and raspberry flavours, fine

acidity and tannins, it delivers a bright

and vibrant palate with signature varietal

characters.

CostWine tastings are $10 per person,

redeemable upon purchase, and is available

seven days a week from 11am to 5pm with

groups of six or more requiring a booking.

Expert tipDon’t worry about having to drive home

from an afternoon of tasting - stay the night

in Rowlee’s newly opened Vineyard Villa!

This private, luxury guesthouse is a comfy

yet sophisticated and perfect for couples.

19 Lake Canobolas Road, Orange

02 6365 3047

www.rowleewines.com.au

EXCLUSIVE OFFERUpon mentioning this travel guide when

visiting the cellar door, get a 10% discount

on wines purchased on the day!

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Heifer Station WinesHeifer Station was once part of a much

larger property that was used by Cobb & Co

as a change station for their horse teams.

Today the vineyards span 65 acres rising to

an altitude of 900m, enjoying a near-perfect

balance of elevation and sunshine, that is

ideal for growing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir,

Pinot Gris, Merlot and Shiraz.

Stand-out wine: Pinot GrisAn aromatic Pinot Gris that is incredibly

complex and textured with subtle pear, spice

and honeycomb flavours. It’s an excellent

example of the pristine whites this cool

climate region can achieve.

CostWine tastings are $10 per person, which is

redeemable on purchase, and the cellar door

is open seven days a week from 11am to 5pm.

Expert tipHeifer Station off ers a range of intimate,

private picnic packages in serene settings

on their stunning grounds. Choose from The

Willows, the Bull Paddock, or enjoy a roaming

vineyard tour and tasting while you’re there.

For the little ones, there is a petting zoo with

farm animals, open every weekend and every

day on festivals and school holidays.

1034 The Escort Way, Borenore

02 6365 2275

www.heiferstation.com

Child friendly

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De Salis WinesDe Salis produce premium handcrafted

wines in their small, family winery located

at an altitude of 1050m on the northern

slope of Mt Canobolas. Their minimalist

winemaking philosophy is borne from a

desire to capture the seasonal ebb and

flow and to create wines that challenge

the ‘industrial’ wine culture. They produce

classic French varieties such as Pinot Noir,

Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot,

Cabernet Franc and Pinot Meuniere.

Stand-out wine: De Salis Cuvée De Salis is the only sparkling producer

in Orange to do the entire méthode

traditionnelle – which is the method used

traditionally when making Champagne - on

site. This lovely sparkling wine has a fine

bead, lovely crisp aromas of citrus blossom,

white strawberry and biscuit.

CostThere is a $10 tasting fee redeemable on

purchase, and the cellar door is open seven

days a week from 11am to 5pm.

Expert tipDe Salis hold Vegan in the Vines in October,

a collaboration between Paperbark

Restaurant of Waterloo to bring their

inspirational plant based food to Orange,

paired with exceptional De Salis wines.

125 Mount Lofty Road, Nashdale

0403 210 703

www.desaliswines.com.au

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Nashdale Lane WinesNashdale Lane is situated in the stunning

highlands of Orange and is a nirvana of

remarkable food and wine, big sky, nature

and pure, mountain air. Family owned and

run, the vineyard and winery are surrounded

by orchards, olive groves, sheep and cattle

farms with views to the iconic peaks of Mount

Canobolas.

Stand-out wine: The Social BlancThe Social is a range of crowd pleasing, high

quality, versatile wines ideal for sharing. The

Social Blanc is a premium, dry white wine that

is a blend of hand harvested Riesling, Arneis

and Pinot Gris, displaying a perfect balance of

subtle pear and spice notes.

Cost The cellar door is open seven days a

week between 11am and 5pm for wine

tastings charged at $10 per head, refundable

on purchase. Housed in a 60-year-old

converted apple packing shed, the recently

renovated cellar door off ers amazing views

and a totally unique wine tasting experience.

Expert tipNashdale Lane Wines also off er luxury

glamping for a private escape among the

vines providing sensational views and an

opportunity to relax and immerse yourself in

this stunning region.

125 Nashdale Lane, Nashdale

0458 127 333 / 0419 012 412

www.nashdalelane.com

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593 Mount View Rd, Mount View

02 4990 3670

www.bloodwood.biz/

Bloodwood WinesBloodwood Wines believe that good wine

is really good food, and that it should be

explored and enjoyed in the context of a

balanced meal in good company. All of their

wines are produced as simply as possible –

hand pruned, hand picked and hand made

estate wines that are bought into existence

with care and patience.

Stand-out wine: Silk Purse RieslingThe Silk Purse Riesling has attracted

international praise as well as a local

following, and the winemakers consider it a

‘serendipitous miracle’ of Bloodwood. Known

as a ‘gentle sweetie’ it has a silky mouthfeel

with a refreshingly juicy citrus acidity and

typical tangy native honey influences.

CostWine tastings are by appointment only.

Expert tipBloodwood Wines is run by Rhonda and

Stephen Doyle, who are considered two of the

pioneers of the Orange district - so they are a

wealth of knowledge about wines in the region!

Hand crafted wines

Brangayne of OrangeBrangayne came into the Hoskins Family

in the 1930s, and for sixty years, Edgar and

Winsome Hoskins and later Don and Pamela

Hoskins grew apples, pears, peaches and

cherries on the property. Then, in 1994,

the fruit trees were replaced by vines.

The vineyard today is managed by David

Hoskins, producing wines from single

vineyard grapes and not blending between

sites allows the wines to express the true

terroir of the region and vineyard.

Stand-out wine: Sauvignon BlancHarvested from the Brangayne vineyard,

this is an excellent example of a cool climate

Sauvignon Blanc. Displaying aromas of ripe

ruby grapefruit, zest and snow pea with

underlying citrus, it has a juicy mid-palate

flavour, with a vibrant and racy finish.

837 Pinnacle Road, Orange

02 6365 3229

brangayne.com

CostWine tastings are complimentary and the

cellar door is open seven days a week

Sunday to Friday 11am to 4pm and Saturday

11am to 5pm. Bookings are required for

groups of 12 or more.

Expert tipEach year in Spring, Brangayne of Orange

hosts their Annual Luncheon in their private

Rhododendron Garden. More than 80 years

old the garden displays stunning colour and

is a perfect backdrop for enjoying excellent

food and wine.

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