Wineries & Wine-tasting in NSW
Explore the local wineries in these beautiful NSW locations.
NSW is home to a tapestry of wine regions, each with its own unique landscape, varietals, and cellar-door charm. Whether you're a seasoned wine aficionado or simply love a laid-back tasting with a view, there’s a winery waiting for you not far from some of Reflections’ most scenic locations.
From the cool highlands to coastal gems and inland valleys, here's where to swirl, sip, and stay.
Imagery courtesy of Destination NSW
Hunter Valley & Upper Hunter
The Hunter Valley is one of Australia’s most iconic wine regions—and while the central valley gets much of the limelight, the Upper Hunter offers a more relaxed, boutique vibe.
- Hollydene Estate Wines (Jerry’s Plains): A stunning winery and restaurant just over an hour from Glenbawn, offering premium wines and long lunches in a beautifully restored building.
- Two Rivers Wines (Denman): Known for its sustainable approach and cool-climate varietals, it’s perfect for a quiet tasting or picnic on the lawn.
- James Estate Wines (Baerami): Offers both Upper Hunter and Pokolbin vineyards, and their cellar door is ideal for a low-key tasting experience.
Stay & Explore:
Reflections Lake Glenbawn is ideal for a wine-and-water getaway—fish or paddle by day, then head out for a tasting in the afternoon.
New England High Country Wineries
The New England wine region is one of NSW’s newest but most exciting cool-climate wine areas, thanks to its high altitude, rich soil, and seasonal variation. The area around Inverell, Armidale, and Uralla is growing a reputation for elegant, aromatic wines.
- Whyworry Wines (Inverell): This boutique winery offers warm hospitality, great views, and small-batch wines.
- Merilba Estate Wines (Uralla): A sophisticated cellar door and restaurant offering a paddock-to-plate experience with standout Syrah and Viognier.
Stay & Explore
Combine your wine adventure with camping, mountain biking, or fossicking near Reflections Copeton Waters or a luxe stay in Wilderluxe Lake Keepit's new glamping offering.
Central West Wineries NSW
The Cowra and Canowindra wine regions fly under the radar but deliver seriously good wine, especially crisp whites and expressive reds from warm climates.
- Rosnay Organic Wines (Canowindra): Family-owned and fully organic, this vineyard is known for sustainable farming and characterful wines.
- Kalari Wines (Cowra): Enjoy tastings in a relaxed, scenic environment. The cellar door is intimate and welcoming—perfect for a quiet afternoon with a cheese platter and a glass of red.
Stay & explore
Reflections Wyangala Waters is just a short drive away, perfect for a weekend of lakeside relaxation and vineyard visits.
Wineries and wine-tasting on the Mid North Coast / Coffs Coast NSW
While better known for beaches and rainforests, the Coffs Coast is quietly nurturing a growing wine and artisan drink scene.
- Raleigh Winery & House (Raleigh): A boutique winery and restaurant on the banks of the Bellinger River—perfect for long lunches, tastings, or even riverside glamping.
- Barrel Room at Cassegrain Wines (Port Macquarie): A celebrated stop for lovers of French-inspired wines and refined cuisine.
Stay & explore
Enjoy the perfect balance of coast and country with a stay at Reflections Urunga or Reflections Nambucca Heads.
