2009 marks the 30^th anniversary of Pieter van Gent Winery in Mudgee. In this short time, we have seen the wine industry in Mudgee grow from a few wineries to over forty five cellar doors.

Working through floods and droughts, is the industry we love. It's hard work and requires determination and passion to survive.

Our founder Pieter van Gent had determination and passion. He made the first Chardonnay wine in Australia in1971 at Craigmoor Winery and won every wine medal possible during his career including the coveted Adelaide Wine Show's Montgomery Trophy in 1974 for Best Burgundy.

In 1979 Pieter set up his own Winery and Vineyard bringing Chardonnay cuttings from Craigmoor  Vineyard which are the oldest in Australia. Pieter retired in 2006 after achieving a successful career and building a sound business.

Philip van Gent,son and winemaker leads this company forward with his own determination and passion. Our future respects the environment through organic farming, recycling, restoration of native wetlands and billabongs as we forever move forward.

We align ourselves with organisations and individuals who also show determination and passion, such as select sporting events and support for youth in sports, the arts and education.


We invite you to explore our web site and and look forward to welcoming you in person to Pieter van Gent Winery.