Rowlee Wines

Rowlee Wines is a family-run boutique cellar door on Lake Canobolas Road in Nashdale, set on the foothills of Mt Canobolas at around 950 metres. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor deck with its vineyard views, which makes it a scenic stop if the weather is on your side.

The dog setup. Dogs on a lead are welcome on the outdoor deck and patio. Smaller, well-behaved dogs may be allowed inside the cellar door, while larger dogs are generally kept to the deck, so confirm when you book. Always add a note that you are bringing a dog. Reviewers mention the deck can get cold in winter with limited heating, so rug up your dog on chilly days and bring your own water bowl.

Good to know. The wines are cool-climate, with Nebbiolo, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir among the specialties, poured as intimate tasting experiences on the deck or in the vineyard. Cheese pairings and wine flights are the usual draw.

Getting there and parking. Find it at 19 Lake Canobolas Road, Nashdale, roughly a 10 to 15 minute drive from central Orange, with on-site parking at the cellar door.

Nearby with the dogs. Lake Canobolas is about five minutes away for a leashed walk and a picnic, and several other Nashdale-area cellar doors welcome dogs on their grounds if you are building an itinerary.

Best on a fine, mild day given the deck seating and thin winter heating. Note the dog request in your booking and bring a bowl. Good for smaller dogs and warmer months.

Sources

• Rowlee Wines in Nashdale, New South Wales · wineriesnearme.net.au
• Rowlee - Cellar Door, Dining & Bar - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au

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