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The World’s 100 Best Wineries

Lowe Family Wine Co.

Mudgee, Australia

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WINERIES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 11 2026

No. 1 in OceaniaNo. 1 in Australia

Lowe Family Wine Co.

Certified organic and biodynamic winery and farm on the Tinja property near Mudgee, New South Wales, known for Zinfandel and small-batch reds. Cellar door tastings with sommeliers, grounds with a lake and farm animals, and food at the Zin House restaurant.

Highlights

  • Zinfandel and Cabernet Franc
  • Zin House restaurant pairings
  • Vineyard views and lake

Good to know

  • Bookings made online; waits occur at busy times
  • Tastings cost about $20 to $22 per person
  • Picnic hampers can be pre-ordered, around $75

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