First Fleet Park

We could think of far worse ways to while away the hours than hopping in the car and travelling between New South Wales’ best wineries – from family owned boutiques to legendary bottle shop names. Alas, we are neither made of time, nor money, so NSW Wine is bringing Sydneysiders the next best thing: all the vendors in one spot. Think of Sydney Cellar Door as a massive open air version of your favourite vino dens (the largest Sydney has ever seen to be exact). More than 40 local wine producers will be on site for NSW Wine Month (yes, such a glorious occasion exists), and a handy dandy festival pack for $35 will give you five tokens and a reusable wine tumbler to explore whichever you choose. Entry is free so you can opt to grab your pack on the day but to skip the queue and feel fly while doing it, we recommend grabbing yours online in advance. Wine connoisseurs can opt for a $20 upgrade which will score you double the tokens. Some vineyards to look forward to include Leogate Estate Wines, Thomas Wines and Brokenwood Wines from the Hunter Valley; Philip Shaw Wines and Ross Hill from Orange; Lowe Family Wine Co and Robert Stein from Mudgee; and Cupitt’s Estate from the Shoalhaven. That’s not even close to the bottom of the barrel yet. You can meander through Sydney Cellar Door at First Fleet Park and Tallawoladah Lawn in The Rocks on November 8 and 9 from midday. Tickets start from $35 – get yours here.