Gartelmann Wines

If you are looking for the full package of great wine, mouth-watering food and warm hospitality, look no further than Gartelmann Wines.’

A boutique Cellar Door and wine producer, founded in 1996 by well-known vignerons Jan and Jorg Gartelmann. Gartelmann Wines is located in the Lovedale region of the idyllic Hunter Valley, NSW and is now owned and run by local renowned Chef/Restauranteur Matt Dillow and his team. Specialising in fine, hand-crafted wines using grapes sourced from premium growing regions including Orange, Rylstone, Clare Valley, Renmark, Rutherglen and of course, our home in the Hunter Valley.

With the help of like-minded, dedicated winemakers and growers, the business has grown into the place ‘not to be missed’ in the Lovedale area. The wines speak for themselves and the business has now earned a reputation for producing elegant, quality wines at a reasonable price.

The winery has achieved significant success over the years, most recently with the 2018 Diedrich Shiraz winning Best pre-2020 Shiraz 2023 Australian Winewise Championship, Trophy for Best Shiraz of Show - Cowra Wine Show 2022, and 2022 Veronica Rose winning Trophy for Best Rose of Show - Hunter Valley Wine Show 2022. Along with numerous other wines receiving medals at recent national wine shows, from a range including Sparkling, Whites, Reds and Sweet wines.

The welcoming cellar door extends to the adjoining The Deck Café Lovedale ‘Tapas Bar’, overlooking the picturesque bush setting.

Providing a true ‘Hunter Valley’ experience that you can enjoy with the whole family.

‘Make good food and fabulous wines part of everyday life.’

Closed – Xmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Day, Australia Day, Good Friday, Anzac Day & Melbourne Cup Day