Which wines is Canobolas Wines known for?

Canobolas Wines is best known for its Chardonnay, which the winery says has won many awards including the highest score ever recorded for the Orange Wine Region. Its Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon are described with equal praise, and its Alchemy blend is called peerless in the region when it is produced. These claims come from the winery's own account of its history and reputation, so treat the award language as the producer's description rather than an independent ranking.

The wines at a glance

The phrase "when produced" matters for the Alchemy blend: it is not presented as an every-year release, so availability can vary. If you are visiting specifically to try it, ask about current releases before you book.

Why the site shapes the wines

The vineyard sits on the northern slopes of Mt Canobolas near Orange, NSW. The Smith family established the vineyard and winery in 1985 after searching for a site with the right combination of climate, soil and aspect for world-class wine. The property has a long record of producing wines the winery describes as complex, powerful and age-worthy.

It is now farmed using regenerative principles by the Mattick family, who continue the Canobolas-Smith legacy and describe the current wines as showing delicacy and finesse. Over roughly 40 years the vineyard and winery have been highly awarded, and the site is regarded as one of the greatest in Orange.

What this means if you want to taste them

The cellar door is at 76 Boree Lane, Lidster, NSW, 2800, and the site invites visitors to book a visit. The published material does not list tasting fees, current release line-ups or opening hours, so confirm those directly when you book. If Chardonnay is your priority, say so when enquiring — it is the wine with the most specific award claim attached to it.