Mention the name Mudgee and you instantly think of sitting out the sun sipping wine while grazing on delicious local produce and a whole heap of cheese, and this is exactly what we did on our three-day getaway to Mudgee!
Mudgee clearly knows a thing or two about producing fine wine as the region has been squashing grapes since the 1850s. Predominately renowned for its Cab Sav and Chardonnay varieties Mudgee also produces some dam fine Rieslings and Rosé.
With over 35 standout wineries to visit in Mudgee, the hardest thing is knowing which cellar doors are the best ones to visit. So after many, many glasses of wine and a whole lot of cheese tastings, we have listed our top five wineries and cellar doors to visit in Mudgee that are guaranteed to wow your tastebuds!
Lowe Family Wine Co.
Lowe is the kind of winery that you arrive thinking you are just going to stay for a wine tasting and then realise you actually want to stay all day.
Every little thing about this winery has you smiling from the minute you arrive. Its relaxed feel, stunning grounds and commitment to producing wines via organic & biodynamic methods mean the wines are deliciously crisp and clean, like my favourite – Rodger Wilbetree the summery sparkling red!
The terrace overlooks the vineyards and lake which makes it the perfect backdrop to complete your wine tasting, don’t forget to say hello to Louis the very large dog otherwise known as the resident concierge.
Hint
♡ Pre-book your wine-tasting experience before you go
♡ Allow approx 1 hour for your tasting
♡ Create a cheese platter from the Lowe food store & enjoy a picnic on the lawn with a glass of Rodger
♡ Book your wine tasting early in the day and then enjoy a long lunch at the Zin House – you will need to pre-book as it’s extremely popular – book here
Must Try
Roger Wilbetree – sparkling red
Mudgee Red Gold – blend
Atmosphere: Vibrant & relaxed
Location: Tinja Ln, Mudgee
Open: Daily from 10am – 5pm
Phone: (02) 5858 4026
Ready to visit the Best Wineries & Cellar Doors in Mudgee? Visit Lowe Cellar Door
Logan Wines
With an unbelievably impressive cellar door overlooking the vineyards and Mudgee countryside, Logan is the kind of place you can sit back and relax at knowing you’re going to enjoy every little inch of your tasting experience while soaking in the magnificent view and enjoying a delicious cheese platter full of locally sourced produce – it really is yum!
You know any tasting that starts with a sparkling is going to be good and a glass of Logan’s Vintage ‘M’ Cuvée is the perfect introduction to your wine flight. With an option to taste either reds, whites, adventurous wine, the hero selection, or Logan’s flagship wines you are guaranteed to find a drop that you will want to take home with you!
Hint
♡ Pre-book your wine-tasting experience before you go
♡ Allow approx 1 hour for your tasting
♡ Order the local produce cheese plate to accompany your tasting – this was really good!
♡ On a sunny day sit outside on the verandah
Must Try
Logan Vintage ‘M’ Cuvée
2012 Logan Chardonnay
2019 Logan ‘Hannah’ Rosé
Local produce cheese plate
Atmosphere: Casually relaxed
Location: 1320 Castlereagh Highway, Apple Tree Flat, Mudgee
Open: Daily from 10 am – 5 pm
Phone: (02) 6373 1333
Ready to visit the Best Wineries & Cellar Doors in Mudgee? Visit Logan Cellar Door
The Cellar by Gilbert
Family-owned and operated The Cellar by Gilbert is full of country hospitality and delivers not only quality wine but also really really delicious produce.
The tasting room looks more like a charismatic wine bar and from the minute you arrive you feel extremely welcomed. You can sample six different wines from either the Small Batch or Gilbert Range and your tasting can be completed inside or outside in the courtyard.
Whatever you do, do not leave without ordering the “Cellar Grazing Board”. The freshly made produce is so good, especially the freshly baked focaccia, lavosh, pesto feta, dukkah and my favourite beetroot relish – yum!
Hint
♡ Pre-book your wine tasting experience before you go
♡ Allow approx 45 minutes for your tasting
♡ Order the Cellar Grazing Board – it’s amazing! (available Thursday to Sunday’s from 11am – 3pm), we asked for a 1/2 board
♡ Take home some fresh produce – we highly recommend the beetroot relish, dukkah & the tomato relish
♡ Stop by the High Valley Cheese Co for a cheese tasting – it’s right next door!
♡ Keep an eye out for the food-over-fire events run by Pip Sumbak
Must Try
2019 Riesling RS11
2019 Rosé – perfectly dry
2018 Pinot Noir L.C.R.
Cellar grazing board
Atmosphere: Vibrant & relaxed
Location: 137 Ulan Rd, Mudgee
Open: Daily from 10am – 5pm
Phone: (02) 6372 1325
Ready to visit the Best Wineries & Cellar Doors in Mudgee? Visit The Cellar by Gilbert
De Beaurepaire Wines
Family owned and French-inspired De Beaurepaire is possibly one of the most relaxing and prettiest wineries to visit while you’re in Mudgee. Located in Rylstone approximately 40 minutes from Mudgee De Beaurepaire is full of history and charm.
Once stables to a Melbourne cup winner the sandstone tasting room dates back to the 1850s and as you drive down the very long country-style driveway through the vineyards you instantly appreciate the character and peacefulness that is De Beaurepaire Wines.
We opted for the self-guided wine tasting of four wines so we could sit outside and enjoy the sunshine, but you can also enjoy the signature experience where you can taste up to eight wines with the winemakers.
Hint
♡ Sit outside & enjoy the view of the vineyard. Sascha, the cute dogo, will make you feel very welcome
♡ Allow approx 45 minutes for your tasting
♡ De Beaurepaire offers a small range of locally sourced produce which allows you to create your own cheeseboard
♡ This winery would be most enjoyed on a dry day
♡ Most people visit on their way to Mudgee (Friday) or on their way home (Sunday), we visited on Saturday which meant it was very peaceful
Must Try
2019 Le Bourbon Rose
2019 Le Marquis Cabernet Sauvignon
2017 Billet Doux Semillon – Sauvignon Blanc
Atmosphere: Casually relaxed
Location: 182 Cudgegong Rd, Rylstone
Open: Wednesday to Sunday from 11am – 5pm
Phone: (02) 6379 1473
Ready to visit the Best Wineries & Cellar Doors in Mudgee? Visit De Beaurepaire Wines
Robert Stein Winery & Vineyard
Robert Stein is a family-owned and operated winery that also includes a restaurant and a motorbike museum all in one. We tried several of Robert Stein wines with the six-course degustation menu at Pipeclay Pumphouse.
If you don’t stay to enjoy the delicious 2-hour long lunch at Pipeclay Pumphouse and opt for the Robert Stein wine pairings then you can certainly stop by the cellar door for a tasting.
Hint
♡ Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at Robert Stein’s restaurant, Pipeclay Pumphouse, you will need to pre-book
♡ Allow two hours for lunch
♡ For groups of 6 or more pre-book your wine-tasting experience before you go
Must Try
Robert Stein NV Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir
Robert Stein 2018 Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Atmosphere: Casually relaxed
Location: 1 Pipeclay Ln, Budgee Budgee
Open: Daily from 10am – 4.30pm
Phone: (02) 6373 3991
Ready to visit the Best Wineries & Cellar Doors in Mudgee? Visit Robert Stein Winery
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