The perfect combination of Aussie country town, warm hospitality, a touch of sophistication, spectacular wine and very puppy friendly.
Mudgee has grown up a lot in recent years and the explosion in post-covid local tourism has solidified it as one of New South Wales premier country destinations. No longer is it just seen as the alternative to the Hunter Valley, Mudgee is just as good, and even better in a lot of ways.
WINERIES
BUNNAMAGOO đŸ
603 Henry Lawson Drive, Eurunderee
đ Chardonnay Specialist
VARIETALS: Chardonnay Specialist
ABOUT:
CELLAR DOOR: Open 7 days 10am - 4pm.
TASTINGS: This is one of the few places in Mudgee that does not charge for tastings.
HUNTINGTON đŸ
641 Ulan Road, Buckaroo
đ premium red specialist made to age 10+ years
VARIETALS: Semillon, Chardonnay, Rosé, Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet
ABOUT: Established in 1969 Huntington is one of the oldest wineries in Mudgee and a 5 âRedâ Star Winery (James Halliday, Wine Companion 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019) regularly earning 94+/100 points, these premium wines are made to be cellared.
CELLAR DOOR: 10am to 4pm or by appt.
TASTINGS: There are four different options at Huntington
Whites, Red or mixed each including 7 or 8 wines
Upgrade to the 'Icon Tasting' for an additional $15 to experience the very best Huntington Estate has to offer new and aged.
MOOTHI ESTATE WINERY đŸ
85 Rocky Waterhole Road, Mudgee
đ Best cellar door views in Mudgee
VARIETALS: Riesling, Viognier, Chardonnay, Sparkling Rose, Rose, Merlot, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvnignon
ABOUT:
CELLAR DOOR: 10am to 4pm or by appt
TASTINGS: Bookings essential, tastings are self guided, cost $5 and include 5 wines, either white or red, if there are tow of you, the best option is to get one white and one red selection and share to sample the entire range.
ROBERT STEIN WINES đŸ
Pipeclay Lane, Mudgee, NSW 2850
đ Best riesling in Mudgee
VARIETALS: Riesling, Shiraz, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Montepulciano
ABOUT: The vineyard was planted in 1976 by Robert Stein whose great-great-grandfather, Johann Stein, brought to German riesling cuttings to Australia in back in 1838.
CELLAR DOOR: Mon-Sun 10:30am - 4:30am (7 days)
TASTINGS For different tasting options available
BlĂŒ Hen - $10 Experimental wine lovers
The Wine - $10 a set of 6 wines
The Rieslings - $25 new and aged riesling
The Reserve - $30 all single vineyard and reserve
BOOKINGS: https://www.robertstein.com.au
RESTAURANTS
29 NINE 99
Dumplings and Teahouse
One of the most surprising gems of the region, Yum Cha and Tea House in Rylstone. This tiny village about 45minutes from Mudgee (perfect lunch stop on the trip to or from Sydney) is not where you'd expect to find tasty dumplings and authentic Chinese teas. Ordering is simple, choose how many dumplings you want 8 - 14 and chef makes a selection of the day's best, and then select a Chinese Tea form the extensive list.
BREAKFAST
Cade Kitchen and Bar đŸ
Mudgee has some great spots for breakfast, there are little cafes dotted up and down most
the different A great breakfast spot in Mudgee town for breakfast
ZIN HOUSE đïž đŸ
Modern Australian, farm to table
Located in a farmhouse at the organic and biodynamic Lowe Family Wines, perched above their iconic Zinfandel patch of vines and the name sake of the restaurant. Zin House grows their own food, picking leaves directly from garden to your plate, what ever they don't comes from their neighbours giving you a truly regional dining experience.
GETTING THERE
4 hour drive
It's a very simple drive, head west on the M4, cross the Blue Mountains, get to Lithgow, turn right and follow the signs.
NOTES
All businesses, services and experiences in Black Key lists come highly recommended by the team, each one has been included as they at Black Key
đïž indicates part of the Black Key family and our members are their VIPs
đŸ indicates completely dog friendly
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