OUR WINES

Founded by family patriarch David O’Dea, Windowrie planted its first vines in the 1980s, during the rise of Australia’s “New World” winemaking movement. Recognised as one of the top 50 leaders in Australian wine by Australian Wine Business Monthly, David’s vision has shaped Windowrie into a celebrated boutique winery, synonymous with sustainability, innovation, and the utmost quality. Today, the O’Dea family proudly owns and manages over 150 hectares of certified organic vineyards in New South Wales, Australia’s oldest wine-growing state.

‘Sakura’, the festival of cherry blossoms, is held here in Cowra every year - celebrating the profound ties between our community and Japan, a connection rooted in history with its origins in the Prisoner of War Camp that housed Japanese P.O.W’s during WWII.

Built in 1861, The Mill operated as a steam-powered flour mill for 40 years in the thriving central west region of New South Wales. This once forgotten piece of the area’s history was carefully brought back to life in 1994 by the O’Dea family, makers of Windowrie wines.

Before Windowrie became what it is today, our homestead had its own distinct charm. The previous owner, a devoted pig farmer, shared a bond with his animals unlike any other — he welcomed them into his home, quite literally. The pigs roamed freely, becoming as much a part of the house as the walls and roof themselves.

Our Story

At Windowrie, our passion for the environment is at the heart of everything we do. For 35 years, we’ve been committed to nurturing our land and vines with organic and regenerative farming practices that reflect the purity of the soil.

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Our Winemaker

Anthony D’Onise is a fourth-generation winemaker who has led the viticultural and winemaking operations at Windowrie since 2010. Anthony brings a wealth of experience from a lifetime immersed in winemaking, both locally and internationally.

Raised in an Italian-Australian winemaking family on his family’s vineyard in South Australia, Anthony’s passion for viticulture runs deep.

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Our Regions

The Central Ranges wine region, nestled along the slopes of the Great Dividing Range and extending west of the Blue Mountains, is quickly becoming one of Australia’s most exciting wine areas. Encompassing the notable regions of Mudgee, Orange, and Cowra, this diverse region produces both refined white wines and vibrant red varieties. The cooler climate in the east brings freshness and elegance to the wines, while the warmer, flatter west creates bold, juicy reds.

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