NSW Wine Cellar Door
25
Jul
26
Jul
Grape Escape

NSW Wine Cellar Door

Discover the best of NSW’s wines at the Cellar Door experience next on 25 and 26 July.
When
Saturday,
25 Jul 2026
Sunday,
26 Jul 2026
Step into the enchanting world of NSW’s vineyards without leaving Sydney! The Rocks Markets brings the NSW Wine Cellar Door to your doorstep. Join us on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 July to celebrate the diverse and exquisite wines that NSW has to offer. 

Sample 3 wines per producer for $5. 
Enjoy wines by the glass from $10.

Open 10am-5pm, last drinks at 4.30pm.

In partnership with The NSW Wine Association

 

Clo wines

Clo is a small, independent winery founded in 2013, named after the French word clos—a walled vineyard. As a one-man operation, I farm and produce wines from tiny parcels of fruit grown in high-altitude, cool-climate vineyards across New South Wales. Guided by the belief that great wines are both grown and nurtured, I aim to craft wines that are living reflections of place, season and self.

At the heart of Clo is a deep respect for the biological world and an enduring fascination with nature’s ability to transform grapes into wine. This philosophy shapes a minimal approach in the cellar: small batches, wild fermentations, no chemical or biological additions, and extended élevage. The goal is not simply to make expressive wines, but wines with energy, texture and drinkability, alongside depth and nuance. For me, wine is at its best when it feels alive—a reflection of both the natural world and the people who gather around it.

Colmar Estate

At Colmar Estate, our approach to producing wine is probably best described as obsessive. Our family-owned vineyard located in Orange, NSW, sits at 980 metres above sea level and consequently provides an opportunity to produce high quality, distinctive, cool climate wines. In pursuit of quality, we only use estate-grown fruit; yields are controlled; and all fruit is hand-picked. Premium quality fruit enables us to embrace minimal intervention winemaking in the winery, the ambition being to produce wines of soul and personality that express both our unique site and each vintage.

De Beaurepaire Wines

From Yarra Valley beginnings to their current home in Rylstone, NSW (1970-1998), the De Beaurepaires, a French family, have embraced sustainable viticulture. Inspired by Burgundy, they cultivate unique terroir in Rylstone's cool climate, crafting exceptional wines across varietals. Their dedication shines through prestigious awards and consistently high scores, solidifying their place among Australia's finest.

Highland Heritage

Highland Heritage Vineyard is one of Orange's most historic and celebrated wineries - the winery just won Cellar Door of the Year 2025-2026 at the Orange Wine Show. Established in 1985 and owned by the D'Aquino family since 1991, the vineyard carries on a winemaking tradition that began in Orange in 1946 - making the family the region's first winemakers. Today, third-generation family member and winemaker Rex D'Aquino draws on decades of experience to craft wines that capture the best of this cool-climate region. 

Optimiste Wines and Pastoral Co

Optimiste Wines of Mudgee is a family owned and run brand, producing 7 delicious, hand crafted
varieties in small batches including Semillon, Viognier, Pinot Gris, Tempranillo, Shiraz, Petit Verdot
and Cabernet Sauvignon. We’re proud to be part of the NSW Wine Cellar Door in The Rocks. At Optimiste, we believe wine is much more than a drink, it’s an expression of the land, a labour of love. It pairs not only with good food, but with great stories and shared experiences.

Over 25 years ago we planted our vineyard on a hillside in Mudgee, since then we’ve added sheep,
cattle, trees and bees to our story. With the next generation taking over, we’ll continue to strive to bring a sense of optimism to the table, guided by the values of our emblem, the unicorn, the universal symbol of hope and reminder to always see your glass as half full.

Small Forest Wine

Small Forest was founded the end of 2013 in Upper Hunter by Japanese winemaker Atsuko Radcliffe. Her winemaking in 1987 began in Japan. After gaining experience in France in 1990, she worked various vintages across Australia from 1995, in Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia, before choosing to settle and work in Upper Hunter in 1999. Atsuko has worked for both small and large wineries, and now produces wine at a very small boutique winery.