• *Hot* Spoil someone special at Hunter Manor House – stunning luxury in super central location
  • *New* Tranquil Vista Luxury Estate: Your Ultimate Weekend Haven
  • Angophora @ The Vintage – walk to Bimbadgen and Vintage Resort
  • Balmoral Waterfront Escape at Lake Macquarie
  • Baywatch Waterfront Lake Retreat with Private Jetty at Silverwater Lake Macqaurie
  • Beggars Bridge Vineyard Homestead w/ pool + wifi + tennis + vineyard
  • Bellbird Bliss – Family Fun Retreat
  • Blaxlands Homestead – nothing is closer, opposite Hope Estate with Wifi + Pool + Fireplace
  • Block Eight Estate 5 x 1br Luxury Retreats
  • Block Eight Estate Barrington View Villa
  • Block Eight Estate Gum Trees Villa
  • Block Eight Estate Tree Tops Villa
  • Block Eight Estate Vineyard View Villa
  • Block Eight Estate Water View Villa
  • Bluebush Estate – Country House
  • Bluebush Estate – The Chalet
  • Bluebush Estate – The Cottage
  • Bluebush Estate – The Lodge
  • Bluebush Estate Retreat
  • Bracken Ridge Vineyard – The Athabascan – Villa 5
  • Bracken Ridge Vineyard – The Bonavista – Villa 2
  • Bracken Ridge Vineyard – The Chetwynd – Villa 4
  • Bracken Ridge Vineyard – The Entire Estate
  • Bracken Ridge Vineyard – The Kingston – Villa 3
  • Bracken Ridge Vineyard – The Stables – Villa 1
  • Breezy Bayside Haven at Brightwaters
  • Brokenback Vineyard Cottage
  • Brokenback Vineyard Estate
  • Brokenback Vineyard Luxe Homestead
  • Caves Beach Aqua Villa 2bedroom sleeps up to 5 guests
  • Caves Beach Villa Azure Tides | Relax with Private Balcony, Wheelchair Accessible & Relaxing Escape
  • Caves Beach Villa Bay Breeze
  • Caves Beach Villa Beach Daze
  • Caves Beach Villa Beach Escape
  • Caves Beach Villa Beachstone 2BR Sleeps 6 Guests
  • Caves Beach Villa Blue Lagoon
  • Caves Beach Villa Bluewater Bliss Double Storey, Quiet Retreat & Spacious Rooms
  • Caves Beach Villa Bluewater Hideaway
  • Caves Beach Villa Bombora 4bedroom Sleeps upto 8
  • Caves Beach Villa Coastal Breeze
  • Caves Beach Villa Coral Coast
  • Caves Beach Villa Driftwood Cove
  • Caves Beach Villa Mariner’s Rest
  • Caves Beach Villa Ocean Dreams
  • Caves Beach Villa Ocean Mist
  • Caves Beach Villa Oceania
  • Caves Beach Villa Oceanside Oasis
  • Caves Beach Villa Palm Breeze
  • Caves Beach Villa Saltwood Retreat
  • Caves Beach Villa Sandy Drift
  • Caves Beach Villa Sandy Isles
  • Caves Beach Villa Seagrass Sanctuary
  • Caves Beach Villa Seaside Meadow
  • Caves Beach Villa Tidepool Retreat
  • Caves Beach Villa Whale Tales
  • Clydesdale Cottage on Talga with real Clydesdale Horses
  • Copa Sunset Surprise – Modern and Stylish Simplicity
  • Corymbia Cottage – Broke’s Secluded Escape
  • Cypress Lakes Villa 516 Primrose
  • Dawn to dusk river retreat at Dora Creek
  • Dodici sleeps 12 Villas located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Evergreen Lodge Winery Retreat – Sleeps 8 Guests and 8 minutes to Wineries
  • Fig Tree Guest House
  • Finns at Caves Beach Resort
  • Fishing Point House on the Lake @ Fishing Point, Lake Macqua
  • Fishing Point Shores
  • Fishing Point Studio on the Lake @ Fishing Point, Lake Macqu
  • Flower Meadow Cottage with Mountain Views
  • Gartelmann Studio @ Gartelmanns Wines walk to The Deck Cafe + Wine tasting
  • Glandore Estate Vineyard Homestead – Home to a Vibrant Onsite Cellar Door
  • Golf Course Views at Stonebridge 5mins to Vineyards
  • Heart of Lovedale
  • Heavenly Hideaway at Lovedale with Private Pool and Spa
  • Home Among the Gum Trees – Lovedale. Central to wineries and wedding venues
  • Hunter Winery Hideaway with Pool & Games Room
  • Ironbark Hill Estate
  • Ironbark Hill Spa Bath Villa 1- Tyrian
  • Ironbark Hill Spa Bath Villa 4 – Novato
  • Ironbark Hill TJD Retreat
  • Ironbark Hill Villa 2 – Arneis
  • Ironbark Hill Villa 3 – Saperavi
  • Ironbark Hill Villa 5 – Vermentino
  • Ironbark Hill Villa 6 – Cabernet Franc
  • Kabine Waterfront Lakehouse in Sunshine
  • Kelman Cottage – tucked away with pool + views + native wildlife
  • King 1 – close proximity to Bimbadgen and Hope Estate concerts
  • King 2 – close proximity to Bimbadgen and Hope Estate concerts
  • King 3 – close proximity to Bimbadgen and Hope Estate concerts
  • King Retreat Estate – close proximity to Bimbadgen and Hope Estate concerts
  • Kinloch Cottage stunning (renovated to new) on Daisy Hill Vineyard
  • Kitchener Country Estate with Pool Hot Tub on private acres that sleeps up to 18
  • Kookaburra Range
  • Kulang Lodge in charming Broke with Large Swim Spa and games room suits up to 8 guests
  • Kulang Retreat in charming Broke with Large Swim Spa and games room suits up to 14 guests
  • La Sila Homestead on Marrowbone – cutest cottage in the Hunter with killer views
  • Lake Macquaries’ Edgewater Escape at Morisset Memories
  • Lake Macquaries’ Edgewater Lakehouse at Morisset Memories 
  • Lake Macquaries’ Edgewater Studio at Morisset Memories 
  • Lake Palm Resort Luxury Retreat absolute Waterfront on 3 acres at Lake Macquarie.
  • Lakehouse at Fishing Point – Absolute Waterfront & Pool
  • Lakeview at Morisset Park
  • Lilies Luxe on Lovedale with Spa – Lakeside with heated 4 person Luxe Spa 5star ****
  • Lilies Luxe Suite on Lovedale with Private Heated Pool 5star ****
  • Lilies on Lovedale – Estate 5* with heated Pool and Heated 4 person Spa
  • Lyrebird Studio – Secluded Retreat in the Watagans. 20 min drive to Cessnock
  • Magpie Three- Two for Joy Estate
  • Magpie Two – Two for Joy Estate
  • Mahony Estate Vineyard View – Sleeping 2 Guests in Broke
  • Malolo Park Guest House in the Watagans – serenity
  • Marignano Mountain View Retreat Near Wineries
  • Marrowbone Mountain Views
  • Meadowbrook Manor in North Rothbury
  • Meerea Country Estate
  • Merewether Summer Beach Getaway
  • Misty Mountain Hideaway at Murrays Run ultra private rural escape with stunning views
  • Molly Morgan Vineyard Lovedale Breakaway Villas . Sleeps Up to 6
  • Molly Morgan Vineyard Villa Chardonnay. A Romantic Getaway for Two
  • Molly Morgan Vineyard Villa Semillon Weekend Getaway for Two
  • Molly Morgan Vineyard Villa Shiraz. Couples Retreat in the Hunter
  • Mount View Vista with Private Pool
  • Noble Willow Estate Lovedale. Super Spacious, with views and pool
  • Noble Willow Homestead Lovedale. Super Spacious, with views and pool
  • Noble Willow Studio Lovedale. A Cosy Unique Wine Country Refuge
  • Odyssean Farmstay Cabin – Romantic Getaway, Roche Concert Bus Route & Nearby Wineries
  • Olive Grove 1 Studio with Wifi in Central Vineyard Area
  • Olive Grove 3 Cottage with Wifi in Central Vineyard Area
  • Olives and Vines at Majors Lane
  • On The Lake @ Fishing Point
  • Overflow Downs-Riverside Acreage
  • Overlook Nook – The Best Views in the Area
  • Paikium Off the grid in Laguna Haven: A 100-Acre Oasis of Sustainable Ser
  • Palmers Lane On Vineyard Homestead
  • Palmers Lane Vineyard Cottage
  • Palmers Lane Vineyard Estate and Retreat with Pool offers a large 6br home and 2br cottage
  • Panorama Beach House – Coastal Luxury with Stunning Views of the Caves Coastline
  • Peppertree Manor @ The Vintage
  • Platinum Precinct – The Apartment
  • Platinum Precinct – The Penthouse
  • Pokolbin Glamping. Sleeps 6 across 3 eco-friendly glamping Tents
  • Premium Villa 2br Madeira at Cypress Lakes – Modern Sophistication
  • Premium Villa 2br Malvasia at Cypress Lakes – Modernised Comfort
  • Roscrea Homestead – Premier Homestead Accommodation
  • Rose Cottage Studio Romantic or Solo Getaway – Spa, Games Room
  • Sea Sand and Serenity at Stockton – Stunning Sophistication
  • Seabreeze Bungalow – Lakeview Sunset Delight at Sunshine on Lake Macquarie
  • Sealand Lake House – Stunning Absolute Waterfront
  • Semillon – Pokolbin Glamping
  • Shimmer Shores Absolute Waterfront Retreat at Fishing Point, Lake Macquarie
  • Shiraz – Pokolbin Glamping
  • Silver Springs 4br Cottage, with Wifi, Views, Olives and Space
  • Silver Springs 6br Luxury Homestead with Wifi, Pool. Fireplace, Views, Olives and Space
  • Silver Springs Estate 4br house + 6br house with Wifi, Pool. Fireplace, Views, Olives and Space
  • Silverwater Serenity Shores Absolute Waterfront On The Lake
  • Slice of Heaven Family Retreat : Pool, Tennis and Good Times at Wilderness Waters
  • Soldiers Cottage Picturebook Vineyard Oasis
  • Somerville Wine Cottage Hideaway 3-Bedroom Cottage Near Broke Wineries
  • Somerville Wines Lux Escape – 3-Bedroom Cottage Near Broke Wineries
  • Stellaview Farmhouse, Newly Renovated in Heart of Hunter
  • Sunrise and Sunset Hot Tub Views 600m walk to Doltone Anambah House Wedding Venue at Pelican Plains
  • Sunshine Lake Views – Absolute Waterfront
  • Sunshine Shores Absolute Waterfront
  • Sweet Leaf Heavenly Hideaway Family Retreat
  • Sweet Serenade at Millfield Rosehill Peaks
  • The Boat House – Absolute Waterfront 3br + Jetty
  • The Fishing Point Retreat
  • The Glass Ceiling – 360° Mount View Hideaway
  • The Lake Palace
  • The Little Lake House at Rathmines waterfront on Lake Macquarie
  • The Parson’s Vineyard Retreat – get amongst the vineyards in a historic home
  • The Reserve Homestead walk to vineyards and restaurants and Concerts
  • The Valley Way Luxury Estate
  • Toowoon Beach View 3br Villa 4 just steps to beach with views
  • Two for Joy Estate
  • Valentine Views Lakefront Tranquility with Private Jetty
  • Verdelho – Pokolbin Glamping eco-friendly Sleeps 2
  • Villa 2br Mountain View Retreat Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 1br Burgundy Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 1br Champagne Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 1br Harvest located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 1br Merlot Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 1br Pinot Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 1br Villa Cabernet located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Albarino Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Barbera Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Bardolino Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Bellissimo Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Chablis Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Cypress Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Dolcetto Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Ferre Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Frambois Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Grange Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Heafy Lodge Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Moscato Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Petit Verdot Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Pinot Grigio Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Pinot Gris Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Pinot Nois Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Pokolbin Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Prosecco Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Provence Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Riesling Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Rose Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Sangiovese Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Sauvignon Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br SG 558 Torrontes
  • Villa 2br Shiraz Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 2br Vermentino Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Barolo Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Beaujolais Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Bella Vista Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Chambourcin Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Chardonnay Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Chianti Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Fiano Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Malbec Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Margarita Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Penivity Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Syrah Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Tempranillo Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Tranquility Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Vista Villa located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Villa 3br Zinfandel Villa Resort Condo located within Cypress Lakes Resort (nothing is more central)
  • Villa Premium 1br la vie en rose located within Cypress Lakes Resort
  • Wallaby Gully Farm Cottage – Peace, Quiet, Serenity
  • Wangi Dreaming
  • Wangi Lakehouse – renovated Lake Macquarie lakefront Location
  • Wangi Waterfront Hideaway
  • Waterfront Paradise Lodge Brightwaters
  • Whitevale Luxury Estate – Weddings, Functions, Corporate Retreats
  • Winery Rest at Turnberry Hunter Valley – 5 minutes to vineyards.
  • Wongaburra Luxury Homestead

Uncorking the Hunter Valley Part 1: Our Must-Visit Cellar Doors

Welcome to the heart of Australia’s wine country, the Hunter Valley. With its rich, fertile soils and unique climate, it’s no wonder this region is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the world. But with so many to choose from, where do you start? That’s where we come in.

In this multi-part series, we’ve reached out to our favourite cellar doors and asked them to share their top picks with us. From the wines they love, to those worth cellaring, and even their top value wines, we’ve got you covered. So, whether you’re a seasoned wine connoisseur or a casual sipper looking to expand your palate, join us as we uncork the secrets of the Hunter Valley’s finest offerings. Let’s raise a glass to the journey ahead!

Savannah Estate

Nestled in the wine country of the Hunter Valley, Savannah Estate is your perfect first stop on any wine tour. While it is close to Cessnock and easy access for travellers, it will feel like you’re in a whole other world. There’s nothing like a romantic country scene to help you relax, enjoy the view and most importantly – drink wine! 

Savannah Estate is the namesake of Savannah Peterson – a third generation winemaker who blends fresh passion for wine with a rich family history in winemaking and tradition. The Petersons family have been making famed wine in the Hunter Valley region since 1982, beginning with Ian and Shirley Peterson. The family business was carried through by Colin and Judy Peterson, who involved their youngest daughter Savannah in winemaking from a young age.


A WINE WE LOVE

Settle down with this bottle of decadence. Our 2021 Mudgee Chambourcin is a wine we can’t go without. Dark chocolate and dark berry coulis run rampant across the nose and palate. This Chambourcin is the epitome of liquid black forest cake with subtle toasted coconut, chocolate ganache and forest fruits. Simply Delicious.


A WINE WORTH CELLARING

Our 2018 Mudgee Platinum Shiraz is divine drinking right now, however, pop it away in your cellar for a few years and you’ll be rewarded with a deeper, richer flavour. The palate is generous, ripe, savoury and soft. Dark brooding fruits of blackberries, rhubarb and sour cherry abound. The mid-palate shows a real savouriness with hints of Asian soy sauce. The finish is elegant, dry, soft and slightly dusty.


OUR TOP VALUE WINE

If you’re looking for value then you can’t go past our 2021 Hunter Valley Vermentino. Crunchy white peaches build the palate of this wine tightened and driven by the crisp zesty acid presented as finger lime caviar and homemade Meyer lemonade. Enjoy notes of agave nectar and fresh mandarin citrus & walnut oil. Enjoy it alongside a hearty pork tenderloin, zesty seafood salad or steamed fish.


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Peter Drayton Wines

Peter Drayton Wines and IronBark Hill Vineyard lie at the foot of the Brokenback Range, in the heart of Hunter Valley Wine Country. Peter Drayton is a 5th generation descendant of the famous Hunter Valley wine producing family. The Drayton family have been producing wines in Pokolbin since 1853. Peter is proud to continue the tradition of producing fine wines from his Ironbark Hill Vineyard. The Ironbark Hill property is a 40 hectare property with over 16 hectares of vines. 

The vineyard produces the typical varieties the Hunter is famous for including Shiraz, Semillon and Chardonnay. It also has extensive plantings of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Verdelho and Tyrian. As well the delicately crafted dry wines, we also produce Sparkling Wines and a wide selection of Liqueur Fortified wines. Our wine range is truly unique for a small boutique producer.


A WINE WE LOVE

We love our 2021 Anomaly Shiraz Touriga! The BEST red wine Pete says he’s ever had was a Touriga he had whilst visiting Douro Valley, Portugal. It inspired him to introduce the variety to Ironbark Hill. Adding another delicious drop to the Anomaly series. An absolute delight with nuances of raspberry and liquorice on the nose and black cherry, fig and mulberry on the palate.


A WINE WORTH CELLARING

Our 2019 Wildstreak Cabernet Sauvignon is great to drink now but just gets better and better over time. 2019 saw the third year of drought to grace the Hunter Valley. As the water dried up, the conditions provided minimal disease risk and so this set the season up to be a cracker. On the palate enjoy rich dark fruits, soft silky tannins and a long fruit driven Finish. Cellar this one for 5-8 years.


OUR TOP VALUE WINE

Our top value pick is the 2022 Wildstreak Rose. A real crowd pleaser and ever popular with the ladies! Enjoy notes of strawberries and raspberries with creamy confectionary characteristics. Vintage conditions in the Hunter Valley this year provided us with above average rainfall. This required a lot more work in the vineyard which turned out well in our favour. The fruit came in with a desired balance of acid and sugar which shows through the Hunter Valley wines we produced this year. Enjoy!


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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 created by expert winemakers using grapes selected from a range of premium growers in the Lower and Upper Hunter Valley, Mudgee, Rylstone, and Orange regions of NSW. Matt himself comments on the wines below:


A WINE WE LOVE

2022 Gartelmann Stephanie Pinot Gris is a wine that I absolutely adore due to its refreshing, beautiful crispness. The aroma is dominated by the presence of just-ripe pears, complemented by an almost-citrus tang and a subtle touch of apple and smoky lanolin. Upon tasting, this wine unfolds with the classic smooth richness that characterises Pinot Gris. It has a voluptuous texture with a slight hint of oiliness, perfectly balanced by a subtle yet long-lasting acidity that carries the flavours to the back of the palate. 


A WINE WORTH CELLARING

When it comes to wines worthy of cellaring, the 2017 Gartelmann Diedrich Shiraz is an exceptional choice. This Shiraz is sourced from a single vineyard located in the Hunter Valley’s Pokolbin area. It adds an elegant and refined dimension to Gartelmann’s already diverse range. With its full-bodied nature and rich profile, characterised by soft velvety tannins, this wine truly represents a classic Hunter Shiraz.


OUR TOP VALUE WINE

My top value wine recommendation: the 2022 Gartelmann Veronica Rosé. It has received a gold medal and the trophy for being the best rosé in the Hunter Valley wine show. Crafted in 2022, this gem is made exclusively from 100% Shiraz grapes and boasts abundant “strawberries and cream” characteristics. The wine strikes a balance between subtle sweetness and well-rounded acidity, resulting in a mouth-filling experience that remains dry and lively. It’s a rosé that appeals to both red wine enthusiasts and those with youthful spirits. For an enhanced experience, pair it with smoky or salty dishes. It’s best served chilled and pairs wonderfully with soy salmon, BBQ seafood, or grilled haloumi.


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Tyrrell’s

Discover the history of the Hunter Valley at Tyrrell’s. Five generations of Tyrrell family winemaking can be traced to an unassuming one-roomed hut that still stands in front of the winery today. Built by hand in 1858 and progressively surrounded by grapevines, the hut of ironbark slabs was founder Edward Tyrrell’s home. In the over 160 years since, Tyrrell’s has been a pioneer in both the Hunter Valley and Australian wine industries and is now home to some of Australia’s most awarded wines. 

The Winemaker’s Selection Vat 1 Semillon is Australia’s most awarded white wine, having won almost 5,500 medals and more than 330 trophies. Tyrrell’s was a founding member of Australia’s First Families of Wine, an organisation that helps to build awareness of premium Australian wines and their heritage. Visit the Cellar Door and enjoy a guided tasting of some of Australia’s most iconic wines in a historic setting.


A WINE WE LOVE

A wine that we love is our 2021 Vat 47 Chardonnay. Vat 47 Chardonnay comes entirely from our Short Flat vineyard, where the original Chardonnay vines were planted by Murray Tyrrell in 1968. The 2021 vintage marks the 50th release of Vat 47, Australia’s first Chardonnay. Vibrant green colour, the nose is delicate and perfectly balanced with citrus and white stone fruit with a hint of oak only that sits in the background. The palate is medium bodied and shows sweet Chardonnay fruit that is balanced by textural elements derived from the solids ferment and extended time on yeast lees. 


A WINE WORTH CELLARING

Our 2017 Vat 1 Semillon is a wine worth putting away for later. Vat 1 Semillon only ever comes from our best old vine, dry grown vineyards. These blocks feature ideal sandy, free draining soils that give these wines their unique character. The oldest of these blocks was planted in 1923. The 2017 Vintage was one of the best in recent memory and has produced wines of the highest quality.With lifted lime citrus aromas the palate is seamless, showing the typical powerful fruit core which is balanced by the wine’s texture and soft acid profile. This wine shows a length of flavour only produced from great vineyards. Cellar this one for 10+ years.


OUR TOP VALUE WINE

A really great value wine from Tyrrell’s is our 2022 Estate Grown Chardonnay. A modern style of Australian Chardonnay, combining powerful chardonnay fruit and bright acidity with minimal oak. Vibrant colour with a green hue, the nose exhibits white stone fruits and grapefruit. The palate shows intense stone fruit characters whilst showing the brightness and energy, which is a result of the cool vintage. 


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Brokenwood Wines

From the winemaker: Brokenwood Wines produces premium wines from ‘all the right regions, for all the right reasons’. Our award-winning Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz, ILR Reserve Semillon, and beloved Cricket Pitch range are just a few examples of our pledge to produce exceptional tasting wines. Proudly committed to sustainability, our passionate team live to ‘enjoy great wine and have fun’. Whether you’re a seasoned epicurean or a curious novice, you are sure to find a slice of Hunter Valley heaven at our ‘must-visit’ winery.


A WINE WE LOVE

We love our 2022 Oakey Creek Chardonnay! Excellent green tints on a pale yellow background. Coming from a cool year the aromas are more grapefruit and stone fruit than tropical. Fine white cashew oak compliments the lees complexity on both aroma and palate. Bran meal flavours and stonefruit flavours are supported by perfect acidity. A long and fine finish.


A WINE WORTH CELLARING

Welcome our 2019 Tallawanta Vineyard Shiraz into your cellar. You won’t be sorry! Perfumed aromas of bramble and red spice and red cherry flavours. Fine, long tannins with background oak and a lovely plush finish. The Tallawanta vines are 100 years old and are always the first Shiraz to be harvested. Even from a warm year like 2019 the colour is medium hue and mid density. Not to be underestimated, this wine can be enjoyed young, but will age beautifully. This is Brokenwood’s 5th release from this historic site.


OUR TOP VALUE WINE

Our top value wine is our 2021 Hunter Valley Shiraz. Lovely bright youthful colour on release at 18 months. Fragrant almost floral aromas coupled with soft vanillin and red fruit on entry. The French oak is very much in the background, however adds enough flavour to give great complexity and length. A classic medium bodied Shiraz with fine, long tannins to the end.


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And there you have it, our top picks for must-visit cellar doors in the Hunter Valley! But wait, there’s more. We’ve only just begun to uncork the magic of this wine lover’s paradise.

Stay tuned for Part 2 of our Hunter Valley Uncorked series where we’ll continue our journey, exploring more hidden gems, things to do and iconic wineries that make this region so special. From boutique family-run vineyards to estates that have been perfecting their craft for generations, we’ve got a lot more in store for you.

So, whether you’re a seasoned wine enthusiast or a curious newbie, make sure you don’t miss out. Follow us, bookmark our blog, and get ready to discover more of the Hunter Valley’s finest cellar doors. See you in Part 2!