Hunter Valley Wines - Vineyards & Wine Tastings

If you are a wine lover and you are interested in the production of wine and wine tasting, Hunter Valley is the ultimate destination for you. It is the sixth most visited tourist destination in Australia which attracts over 2.5 million people every year.

Hunter Valley is the home to over 150 cellar doors and wineries and a great number of gourmet delights and activities. It is famous for its great Hunter Valley wine which is unique to the region, thanks to the fertile soils, the climate and the experience of growers and producers. This exquisite wine has a wide range of flavours which are a temptation for almost any palate.

Hunter Valley is the perfect getaway for anyone who wants to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a little quiet time. Full of bright, clear winter days and warm, pleasant, lazy summer days, Hunter Valley abounds with fresh air, breathtaking views, excellent food and vineyards that stretch as far as the eye can see.

Whether you are there just for a day or a week, wine tasting and a trip to the vineyards are a must. If you are a wine enthusiast, then you can visit some of the wineries in the region and sample their offerings. You can also go on a tour and educate yourself about their wine production and take a look at the manufacturing facilities.

Vineyards

The vineyards in Hunter Valley were first established in 1820s and since then this amazing piece of Heaven has not only grown in size but it has also grown in its worldwide reputation, attracting tourists from all over the world. The first vineyards were planted in 1823 around the north bank of the Hunter River (famous under the name Dalwood area) on an expanse of 20 acres. By 1840 the expanse of vineyards reached 500 acres and today Hunter Valley takes great pride in its 120 wineries which produce the great Hunter Valley wine.

This region grows and produces a wide array of grape varietals and wine styles. So while in Hunter Valley, why not go wine tasting and enjoy the finest wines while learning what makes the region so unique and distinct.

Due to the large number of wineries, it can be hard to choose where to start from. Therefore, we offer you some of the best wineries that are known to produce great Hunter valley wine:

• McWilliams Mount Pleasant Winery – established in 1912 is one of the most awarded Australian wineries where you can sample a variety of quality Hunter Valley wine.

• Tyrell – are one of the most successful privately owned companies in Australia which has two vineyards in the Hunter Valley: the Pookolbin Winery and the Glenbawn Estate Vineyard and Winery. They are famous and renowned for their Semillon which has won more medals and trophies than any other Australian wine.