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PUBLISHED OCTOBER 2018 Orange – a unique cool climate wine region

PagePage A 2 || 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 fine 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 flavours, peppery spice and herbal notes, generally lighter in body and best drunk

within the first five 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 Don’t let the cold weather from Sydney put you off Only a three and a half hour drive west of Being a cool climate region, winter in Orange Sydney, Orange is a perfect weekend wine does get cold. However, don’t let this put you tasting destination. Once there, you’ll find off. Provided you bring warm clothing, there’s the regional centre is full of character, and plenty of hearty fare to sample in-between it’s a great base for exploring the wine and wine tastings, not to mention lots of warm food of the district. firesides to relax beside. Best time to visit Due 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 wines The 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 offer distinct flavour, weight, texture and varietal character. A long history of fruit growing There’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.

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30+ cellar doors While 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’ paradise Orange’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 hub While 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 offer and these events attract visitors from far and wide.

Get close to nature Another 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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By car Orange 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 Bus Private coach services are available between Sydney and Orange, travelling daily. www.austwidecoaches.com.au

By Train Transport 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 Plane Regional Express (REX) fly to Orange direct from Sydney most days. www.rex.com.au

Orange Wine Tasting Tours Orange Wine Tours offer 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

| Page 7 Orange Wine Festival The Orange Wine Festival runs every 5 Happenings October over one week and two weekends, highlighting the region’s premium wines with over 90 events. Favourite activities Orange Farmers Market include the Orange Wine Show Tasting, Every second Saturday of the month from Wine in the Vines, The Vino Express and 8.30am to midday, the Orange Farmers the Festival Night Market. The Festival Market sells local produce to the community is positioned as a friendly event open to and visitors. Established in 2002, each month wine-lovers of all ages, encompassing new more than 60 stallholders gather together wine drinkers to connoisseurs. to showcase their freshly picked, grown and www.orangewinefestival.com.au handcrafted produce. www.orangefarmersmarket.org.au

Orange F.O.O.D Week Orange’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 Orange Winter Fire Festival farmers, producers, local chefs, cooks, This three-day festival showcases the best of restaurateurs and caterers in a variety an authentic country winter through a series of activities including F.O.O.D. HQ, Night of bonfire events inspired by the Australian Markets, Autumn Grazing Dinner, Sunday cracker night bonfire tradition. Enjoy chargrilled Producers Market and Brunch and a host feasts and rich red wines under the region’s of other events. expansive starry night skies or huddle up next to a fireplace in one of the country pubs or www.adayonthegreen.com.au restaurants and enjoy a blazing Sunday lunch. www.orangewinterfirefestival.com.au

Millthorpe Garden Ramble Located 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/

PagePage A 8 || Fresh Fodder Fresh Fodder is a small and proud producer of 5 Local Produce handcrafted dips, salads, meals and bruschetta breads in Orange. Their philosophy of exhibiting Favourites wonderful flavours and good value for money makes their dips perfect for entertaining, especially their Taramosalata – The Gangster Dip. For stockists visit their website. BiteRiot www.freshfodder.com.au The Hall family have been growing world- class fruit in the rich volcanic soils at the The Second Mouse Cheese Company foot of Mt Canobolas for over 40 years. Kai Woltmann’s passion for cheese started in his The orchard is open to the public once a home country of Germany but he only began year during F.O.O.D Week, as part of the cheese making when he moved to Australia. Apple Ramble. Cherries are available for With his wife, he makes a full range of cheese purchase as part of the farm gate program like camembert, blue, haloumi, quark and feta during cherry season between November using local products and are available at the and mid-January and the 100% cherry Orange Farmers Market and Agrestic Grocer. juice can be purchased from the farm gate all year round. secondmousecheeseco.com.au 448 Canobolas Road, Orange 02 6365 3377

Hillside Harvest Chocolate On Purpose Hillside has a long history of producing quality Chocolate On Purpose handcraft fine fruit in the Orange region. Their 75-acre chocolate using ingredients sourced from property produces many varieties of cherries, Aboriginal communities, local farmers and apples, pears, stone fruits and berries. You can producers of Central Western NSW. Their purchase their produce directly from the Farm range of chocolicious gifts is available at May Store or join them from November through to Raechelle Art Gallery in Millthorpe. April for a pick-your-own-fruit experience. 10 Pym Street, Millthorpe 1209 The Escort Way, Borenore 0413 508 638 02 6365 2247

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PagePage A 10 | | Angullong Angullong 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. Expert tip Angullong regularly opens their doors during Cost the Orange Wine Festival, hosting events such Angullong’s bluestone cellars, located in the as the ‘Outstanding In The Vines’ lunch. picturesque village of Millthorpe, was built in the late 1800s as stables to the adjoining hotel. The cellar door is open from 11am to The Old Bluestone Stables, Victoria Street, 5pm seven days and they offer tastings that Millthorpe are intimate, enjoyable and relaxed. 02 6366 4300 www.angullong.com.au

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Canobolas Smith Wines Cost Canobolas Smith Wines craft premium Tastings are $10 per person, refundable quality wines of longevity and purity from upon wine purchase from the cellar door. their mature vineyard planted in 1986 on the The cellar door is open every Saturday northern slopes of Mt Canobolas. They take from 11am – 5pm and at other times by an artisanal approach to wine making, with appointment (closed in January). no compromises made at any stage of the Expert tip process. Their wines reflect both the season The vineyard sits at an elevation of 850 and varietal, whilst maintaining their own metres and is considered one of Orange’s unique ‘house style’. most significant producers. Be sure to try their Chardonnay as well, as many vintages Stand-out wine: Alchemy Red Blend The Alchemy Red Blend is only produced have won national awards. in the best vintages and combines the dark forest fruits of Cabernet Sauvignon, the Boree Lane, Orange perfumed aroma and chocolate characters of Cabernet Franc with the spice, pepper and 0499 604 108 vibrancy of Shiraz. The result is a wonderful canobolassmithwines.com.au completeness and it will age incredibly well.

Page 12 | Printhie Wines Expert tip In 2016 Printhie Wines won Best Sparkling James Halliday considers Printhie Wines for its Swift Cuvée NV, so be sure to try their the premier winery of the Orange region. whites and sparkling as well. Run by the Swift family, the 5 Star rated winery is headed by winemaker Drew Tuckwell. Starting his career at the famous 489 Yuranigh Road, Molong Brokenwood Estate in the Hunter Valley, he’s 02 6366 8422 spent time in McLaren Vale, north-eastern www.printhiewines.com.au Victoria, Mudgee and Tuscany. Drew is also a contributing writer for the respected Gourmet Traveller WINE magazine. Stand-out wine: Mountain Range Shiraz Blended 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.

Cost Tastings 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.

| Page 13 Ross Hill Wines Cost Tastings are $10 per person, refundable on Ross Hill Wines is a family affair that started purchase. The cellar door on Wallace Lane in 1994 when there were only a few other is open seven days a week form 10.30am to vineyards in Orange. Since 2014, Ross Hill 5pm, with winery tours commencing at 10am Wines has been the proud recipient of a 5 sharp. Group wine tastings are available Red Star rating from James Halliday’s Wine with a booking and visitors can also enjoy Companion. Their wines are available in a tasting plate consisting of local produce some of Australia’s best restaurants and matched with the Ross Hill Pinnacle Range proudly serve as the house wines for iconic for $40 for two. Sydney restaurants as Catalina (Rose Bay, NSW) and the Fratelli Fresh group. Expert tip The new look Cellar Door also houses Ross Stand-out wine: Pinnacle Series Hill’s new Barrel & Larder School of Wine and Pinot Noir Food offering regular classes in how to cook Orange excels at cool climate reds of finesse and match wine. 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 134 Wallace Lane, Orange Burgundy. 02 6365 3223 www.rosshillwines.com.au

PagePage A 14 | | Rowlee Wines Cost Wine tastings are $10 per person, Rowlee make wines exclusively from a redeemable upon purchase, and is available single vineyard in Orange utilising varieties seven days a week from 11am to 5pm with suited to the cool climate and high altitude: groups of six or more requiring a booking. Arneis, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Nebbiolo, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling Expert tip and Sauvignon Blanc. Harvested by hand Don’t worry about having to drive home and crafted in small batches, they work in from an afternoon of tasting - stay the night harmony with the seasons to create the best in Rowlee’s newly opened Vineyard Villa! quality wines. This private, luxury guesthouse is a comfy yet sophisticated and perfect for couples. Stand-out wine: R-Series Nebbiolo The R-Series is a selection of the very best Nebbiolo from an exceptional vintage. With EXCLUSIVE OFFER intense cherry and raspberry flavours, fine Upon mentioning this travel guide when acidity and tannins, it delivers a bright visiting the cellar door, get a 10% discount and vibrant palate with signature varietal on wines purchased on the day! characters. 19 Lake Canobolas Road, Orange 02 6365 3047 www.rowleewines.com.au

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PagePage A 16 | | Nashdale Lane Wines Cost The cellar door is open seven days a Nashdale Lane is situated in the stunning week between 11am and 5pm for wine highlands of Orange and is a nirvana of tastings charged at $10 per head, refundable remarkable food and wine, big sky, nature on purchase. Housed in a 60-year-old and pure, mountain air. Family owned and converted apple packing shed, the recently run, the vineyard and winery are surrounded renovated cellar door offers amazing views by orchards, olive groves, sheep and cattle and a totally unique wine tasting experience. farms with views to the iconic peaks of Mount Canobolas. Expert tip Nashdale Lane Wines also offer luxury Stand-out wine: The Social Blanc glamping for a private escape among the The Social is a range of crowd pleasing, high vines providing sensational views and an quality, versatile wines ideal for sharing. The opportunity to relax and immerse yourself in Social Blanc is a premium, dry white wine that this stunning region. is a blend of hand harvested Riesling, Arneis and Pinot Gris, displaying a perfect balance of subtle pear and spice notes. 125 Nashdale Lane, Nashdale 0458 127 333 / 0419 012 412 www.nashdalelane.com

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Bloodwood Wines Bloodwood 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 Cost with care and patience. Wine tastings are by appointment only. Stand-out wine: Silk Purse Riesling Expert tip The Silk Purse Riesling has attracted Bloodwood Wines is run by Rhonda and international praise as well as a local Stephen Doyle, who are considered two of the following, and the winemakers consider it a pioneers of the Orange district - so they are a ‘serendipitous miracle’ of Bloodwood. Known wealth of knowledge about wines in the region! as a ‘gentle sweetie’ it has a silky mouthfeel with a refreshingly juicy citrus acidity and 593 Mount View Rd, Mount View typical tangy native honey influences. 02 4990 3670 www.bloodwood.biz/ Brangayne of Orange Cost Wine tastings are complimentary and the Brangayne came into the Hoskins Family cellar door is open seven days a week in the 1930s, and for sixty years, Edgar and Sunday to Friday 11am to 4pm and Saturday Winsome Hoskins and later Don and Pamela 11am to 5pm. Bookings are required for Hoskins grew apples, pears, peaches and groups of 12 or more. cherries on the property. Then, in 1994, the fruit trees were replaced by vines. Expert tip The vineyard today is managed by David Each year in Spring, Brangayne of Orange Hoskins, producing wines from single hosts their Annual Luncheon in their private vineyard grapes and not blending between Rhododendron Garden. More than 80 years sites allows the wines to express the true old the garden displays stunning colour and terroir of the region and vineyard. is a perfect backdrop for enjoying excellent food and wine. Stand-out wine: Sauvignon Blanc Harvested from the Brangayne vineyard, this is an excellent example of a cool climate 837 Pinnacle Road, Orange Sauvignon Blanc. Displaying aromas of ripe 02 6365 3229 ruby grapefruit, zest and snow pea with brangayne.com underlying citrus, it has a juicy mid-palate flavour, with a vibrant and racy finish.

| Page 19 De Salis Wines Expert tip De Salis hold Vegan in the Vines in October, De Salis produce premium handcrafted a collaboration between Paperbark wines in their small, family winery located Restaurant of Waterloo to bring their at an altitude of 1050m on the northern inspirational plant based food to Orange, slope of Mt Canobolas. Their minimalist paired with exceptional De Salis wines. winemaking philosophy is borne from a desire to capture the seasonal ebb and flow and to create wines that challenge 125 Mount Lofty Road, Nashdale the ‘industrial’ wine culture. They produce 0403 210 703 classic French varieties such as Pinot Noir, www.desaliswines.com.au 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.

Cost There is a $10 tasting fee redeemable on purchase, and the cellar door is open seven days a week from 11am to 5pm.

PagePage A 20 | | Heifer Station Wines Cost Wine tastings are $10 per person, which is Heifer Station was once part of a much redeemable on purchase, and the cellar door larger property that was used by Cobb & Co is open seven days a week from 11am to 5pm. as a change station for their horse teams. Today the vineyards span 65 acres rising to Expert tip an altitude of 900m, enjoying a near-perfect Heifer Station offers a range of intimate, balance of elevation and sunshine, that is private picnic packages in serene settings ideal for growing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, on their stunning grounds. Choose from The Pinot Gris, Merlot and Shiraz. Willows, the Bull Paddock, or enjoy a roaming vineyard tour and tasting while you’re there. Stand-out wine: Pinot Gris For the little ones, there is a petting zoo with An aromatic Pinot Gris that is incredibly farm animals, open every weekend and every complex and textured with subtle pear, spice day on festivals and school holidays. and honeycomb flavours. It’s an excellent example of the pristine whites this cool climate region can achieve. 1034 The Escort Way, Borenore 02 6365 2275 www.heiferstation.com

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| Page 21 back and relax while you get taken through a wide range of wines in this beautiful space. Cost Ferment has a $15 tasting fee which is 3 Quirky redeemable if you purchase wine. Tastings are available six days a week from Monday Cellar Doors to Saturday 11am to 5pm and on Sundays by appointment.

Expert tip Ferment the Orange Look out for tasting events at Ferment featuring Peter Bourne, who is a founding Wine Centre member of the Gourmet Traveller WINE Housed in a carefully preserved heritage team and a wine industry expert with a focus building, Ferment’s state-of-the-art Enomatic on wine education. wine dispensers allows visitors to sample and purchase a range of exceptional local wines. Ferment is the official cellar door for 20 87 Hill Street, Orange wineries including Antonio’s, Roaring Fork 02 6360 4833 and Zinga Wines, so if you’ve had enough of www.orangewinecentre.com.au travelling around cellar doors, you can just sit

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Philip Shaw Wines Cost Wine tastings are $10 per person, and Pioneers of unconventional tradition! available seven days from 11am to 5pm with Producing cool climate wines of elegance, groups of eight or more requiring a booking. intensity and varietal character with grapes sourced from the Koomooloo vineyard, one Expert tip of the oldest in the region. With over 100 Don’t let the cold put you off. In winter, you’ll years of combined winemaking experience, be welcomed by a lovely log fire. Philip Shaw Wines are always looking to tomorrow to improve on today. Visit the 130 year old barn and journey through the wines. 100 Shiralee Road, Orange 02 6362 0710 www.philipshaw.com.au

| Page 23 Sassy Wines Sassy 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 different, 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 tip Check 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

PagePage A 24 | | Bills Beans As the name suggests, this café serves Bills Beans, which have been gaining popularity 5 Places since the Sydney based coffee roastery first moved their coffee roaster to a converted for Breakfast 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 coffee and light Factory Espresso breakfasts. Located in the heart of Orange just near the train station, Factory Espresso is set behind an 148 McLachlan Street, Orange updated Art Deco façade and claims to help 02 6361 1611 you tackle what life throws at you, one coffee at a time! They also serve soul-warming food Good Eddy and customers keep returning for the friendly Located in a hub of local businesses in atmosphere and of course, the great coffee. downtown Orange, Good Eddy is the perfect spot for your morning, midday or 135 Kite Street, Orange afternoon coffee, serving a select range of 02 6360 2858 food. Husband and wife team Maddy and The Agrestic Grocer Toby both used to work in the hospitality The Agrestic Grocer is more than a food industry in Melbourne, and you can taste destination, it’s also a unique shopping Toby’s experience as roaster in every cup experience. Serving food that is fresh, local and of coffee they serve. ethically sourced you can browse the shelves 187 Lords Place, Orange of their store that features a range of growers, 02 6361 7379 big and small, including backyard growers. 426 Mitchell Highway, Orange 02 6360 4604 Groundstone Café Groundstone 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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Racine Restaurant At 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

PagePage A 26 | | Lolli Redini Restaurant Mr Lim Korean & Chinese Diner Lolli Redini, or Lolli’s, as it’s fondly referred to, Taking inspiration from the owner’s is located in Orange’s restaurant precinct and experiences before arriving in Australia in has come to be regarded as a local dining 2009, Mr Lim’s serves vibrant and dynamic institution, attracting a following of city Asian-inspired food using ingredients that weekenders & locals alike. Lolli’s has been are produced sustainably. With décor that’s duly recognised by winning fifteen Sydney vibrant to match, a dining experience at Mr Morning Herald Chef Hats since opening in Lim’s promises to be a fun food experience 2001 and an array of Restaurant & Caterers delivered with friendly, efficient service. Association awards as well as being featured 282 Summer Street, Orange in numerous lifestyle & cooking publications. 02 6360 1122 48 Sale Street, Orange 02 6361 7748

Charred Kitchen & Bar Charred Kitchen & Bar offers serious food in a relaxed setting serving the best local Fiorini’s Ristorante Italiano produce from Orange and beyond. The Fiorini’s is a quaint restaurant nestled among name ‘Charred’ comes from their newly the orchards and vineyards of the Towac commissioned wood and charcoal oven, Valley about 10km from Orange. They serve which imparts a unique flavour. Their food lovingly prepared authentic Italian cuisine takes inspiration from travels across the in a rustic, cottage setting. Visitors are globe and is made to be shared. recommended to book due to its popularity. 5 New Street, Orange 816 Canobolas Road, Orange 02 6363 1580 02 6365 3863

| Page 27 Small Acres Cyder Awarded Australia’s Most Successful 5 Other Drink Small Producer in 2017, Small Acres Cyder produces a range of ciders made with the fresh juice of cider apples, drawing Destinations on traditional methods of authentic cider production. Their cellar door is open every weekend from 11am to 4pm for tastings Badlands Brewery and sales. Badlands Brewery was established in 2010 12 Akhurst Road, Nashdale by Jon Shiner with the philosophy of creating 02 6365 2286 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 Distillery Located 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. Borrodell Vineyard Cellar door at Ferment: 87 Hill Street, Orange A visit to Borrodell Vineyard promises more 02 6360 4833 than simply wine. They also grow many different fruit and produce such as apples, Country Brewer cherries, plums, quinces, persimmons, Feeling inspired to create your own brew? Then almonds and Black Perigord Truffles, all using this is the shop for you! Country Brewer has all sustainable practices and no pesticides. the equipment and ingredients you need for Borrodell has been growing cider apples and your home brewing, but also for cheese making pears since the early 1980s and use a variety and tasty home made jerky! of true cider apples not widely grown in 1/138 Lords Pl, Orange Australia to craft their apple cider. 02 5353 1162 298 Lake Canobolas Rd, Canobolas 02 6365 3425

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| Page 29 Millthorpe Millthorpe is a beautiful heritage-listed village in the Central West of NSW just 20 minutes drive southeast of Orange. The town offers award winning restaurants, wine tasting and cellar doors, delightful cafés, great coffee and local produce as well as boutique shops selling gifts, clothes, homewares, vintage collectables and more. www.millthorpevillage.com.au

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Carcoar Carcoar 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 offer 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

PagePage A 30 | | Bathurst Nearby 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

Mudgee If 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 Mountains If 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 cliffs, 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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PagePage A 32 | | Visit the caves The 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 exploring Mount 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 offers 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

| Page 33 Enjoy the local art Go shopping Built around the modernist core of the Mary For some retail therapy, pop into Hawkes Turner Collection of Australian art, Orange General Store. Originally named ‘The has developed specialities in Contemporary Orange Spinning Wheel’, the store has Australian painting, Outsider Art, ceramic grown in size and scope since it opened sculpture and public sculpture. The Orange in 1976 to provide an exciting and ever Regional Gallery is a contemporary space changing shopping experience for locals featuring three galleries of paintings, photos and visitors to Orange. They source & sculpture by Australian artists, which is products from around the world and have open daily from 10am to 4pm, and admission built a reputation of stocking unique is free. pieces that are high quality, beautiful and 149 Byng Street, Orange sometimes even a little bit whacky. 02 393 8136 46 Sale Street, Orange 02 6362 5851

Learn more about local history The 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

PagePage A 34 | | 5x Practical Websites visitorange.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.au To 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 offer. stayorange.com.au If 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. cellarmasters.com.au Fallen in love with wines from Orange? Cellarmasters offers the pick of the bunch from this unique wine region that we can have delivered straight to your front door.

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