Cool-Climate Vineyards, Boutique Wineries and Winemakers in Young, Harden & Boorowa
Discover Hilltops Award-Winning Wines, Vineyards and Winemakers
Hilltops Award-Winning Wines, Vineyards and Winemakers
From family-run vineyards to premium cool-climate reds. From long lunches to laid-back cellar doors. Celebrate the wine culture of our Hilltops region.
From Picking to Pouring
The Hilltops Wine Region is Bursting with Bold, Cool-Climate Character
The Cool-Climate Character of the Hilltops
The Hilltops region — spanning Young, Boorowa, Harden and the surrounding villages — is one of Australia’s most distinctive cool-climate wine destinations. With rich volcanic soils, elevated vineyards and passionate family-run producers, the Hilltops offers a wine experience shaped by craft, climate and community.
From bold reds and boutique cellar doors to seasonal events, vineyard tours and hands-on tasting experiences, the Hilltops is a place where wine lovers, growers, makers and curious travellers come together to celebrate everything that makes our award-winning wine region special.
Vineyards, Wineries & Cellar Doors
Across the Hilltops, you’ll find a collection of vineyards and boutique wineries producing some of NSW’s most exceptional cool-climate drops. Think deep, complex Shiraz; vibrant, fruit-forward Cabernet; refined Nebbiolo; and elegant Chardonnay — all shaped by crisp nights, warm days and steady elevation.
Many producers open their cellar doors for tastings, grazing boards and conversations with the people who grew the grapes and crafted the wine. Others offer vineyard walks, seasonal long lunches, or special-release bottles you won’t find anywhere else. Each visit reveals a new layer of Hilltops personality.
Award-Winning Winemakers & Regional Recognition
Hilltops wines have gained national attention over the past decade, with local producers claiming medals, trophies and strong reviews across Australia’s major wine shows. This recognition reflects the region’s strengths: exceptional fruit, minimal intervention, and a deep respect for the land.
From generational wine families to passionate newcomers, Hilltops winemakers share a commitment to quality, experimentation, and sustainable vineyard practices. Every bottle carries part of the region’s story.
Wine Events & Seasonal Experiences
The Hilltops enjoys a lively calendar of wine-inspired experiences. Seasonal dinners, twilight tastings, vineyard picnics and harvest celebrations invite locals and visitors to explore the region’s flavours in memorable settings.
During key events — such as Hilltops Off The Beaten Track Arts and Cultural Trail or local harvest festivals — cellar doors often host pop-ups, art collaborations, music sessions or special-release tastings. These cross-regional events help showcase the unique connection between Hilltops wine, people and place.
Wine, Food & Local Produce
Cool-climate wines shine alongside Hilltops produce. Across the region, cafés, pubs and restaurants pair local wines with seasonal ingredients, slow-cooked meals, regional grazing boards and farm-gate finds.
Visitors can enjoy:
• crisp whites and rosé with local cheese or charcuterie
• bold reds with hearty pub dishes, lamb, or wood-fired plates
• limited-release wines paired with smoked meats, olives and preserves
Every meal becomes a celebration of Hilltops flavour.
Discover Hilltops Wines
Whether you’re a seasoned wine lover, a weekend explorer, or someone discovering cool-climate varieties for the first time, the Hilltops is your gateway to:
✔ Vineyards
✔ Boutique Wineries
✔ Cellar Doors
✔ Wine Events
✔ Growers & Makers
✔ Seasonal Experiences
✔ Food & Wine Pairings
Come for the scenery. Stay for the stories.
And leave with a deeper appreciation for the cool-climate character of Hilltops Wines.
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