Swinging Bridge is a family owned winery at the forefront of the new guard in premium, cool-climate winemaking. Situated 900 metres above sea level on south facing, late ripening slopes and ancient volcanic soils, Winemaker and Viticulturist Tom Ward produces a range of award-winning wines that not only reflect our unique provenance, but Tom’s passion for his home region and craft.
Tom’s family have been farming in the district since 1867, with the first Swinging Bridge vines planted on the Ward family property in Canowindra in 1995. The Swinging Bridge name originates from the wooden footbridge over the Belubula River that connects the family property to the town of Canowindra.
From our position on the slopes surrounding Gaanha Bula-Mount Canobolas, visitors are immersed in our rich history and the evolution of the region’s quintessential varieties: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Our dedication to quality in the vineyard and winemaking excellence is reflected through our ongoing success at the Orange Wine Show (Best Exhibitor 2022 & 2023, Best Wine of Show 2023 & 2024) and our 5 Red Star rating with the Halliday Wine Companion.
Open 7 days, you’re invited to taste our range of award-winning wines while enjoying the spectacular views of our Hill Park vineyard. Better yet, indulge in one our boutique experiences; including a vineyard tour, delicious paired canapé tasting or decadent five-course degustation.
Explore our Experiences
Indulge
Indulge with Swinging Bridge is the most immersive of our experiences. Enjoy a guided walking tour of our spectacular Hill Park Vineyard before an in-depth tasting of our wines, all beautifully paired with a 5-course degustation lunch.
Savour
Savour our range of cool climate wines and experience the magic of food and wine pairings. This Swinging Bridge experience includes seven of our wines all elegantly paired with a selection of canapés designed by our in-house Chef and Sommeliers.
Explore
Discover our premier vineyard and the award winning wines it produces with Explore. This Swinging Bridge experience includes a guided tour of our Hill Park vineyard followed by a curated single vineyard tasting flight guided by one of our Sommeliers.
Taste
Taste our range of cool climate wines, grown and handcrafted by our winemaker, Tom Ward. This Swinging Bridge experience includes six of our wines, including award winning Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, to guide you through our story.
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