Opening Hours
- SAT 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- SUN 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Small Forest Wines
5052 Jerrys Plains Road (Golden Highway) Denman, NSW, 2328, Australia [View Map]Discover the allure of Small Forest, a captivating boutique winery in Upper Hunter, led by Atsuko, Japan’s trailblazing female winemaker. Experience her visionary winemaking at the Cellar Door.
With 36 years of winemaking spanning Japan, France, and Australia, including Sake production in 2009-2010, Atsuko offers unique insights. As an International Wine Challenge Sake Panel Chair Judge, she conducts exclusive tastings.
At the Cellar Door, sample sake, and four wines – Verdelho, Chardonnay, 100% Shiraz Rose, and Shiraz – all food-friendly styles. These wines have won accolades, including at the International Wine Challenge.
The Cellar Door doubles as an art gallery, showcasing local artists’ works every few months. Periodic craft workshops and an annual string quartet concert add to the cultural experience.
Enjoy stunning views of Denman town from the Cellar Door while exploring a selection of high-quality local and international products, including Japanese crafts.
Accessibility
- Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Facilities
- Alfresco/Outdoor Dining
- Bar
- Carpark
- Cellar Door
- Coach Parking
- Delivery available
- Entertainment
- Family Friendly
- Gallery / Museum
- Lawn / Gardens
- Live Music
- Non Smoking
- Online Orders
- Pet Friendly - Enquire
- Shop / Gift Shop
- Suitable for Functions
- Takeaway Available
- Wine Tasting
Wine
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Red wines
- Shiraz / Syrah
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White wines
- Chardonnay
- Verdelho
Food & Drink Options
- Australian
- Cheese / Charcuterie / Platters
- European
- Japanese
- Share Plates
- Tea Room
- Wine
- Wine Bar
