There’s loads to love about a Hunter Valley wine tour. Famous wines, boutique wineries, tasty local produce and sweeping vineyard views of carefully cultivated grapevines. You might even see a mob of kangaroos. And then there’s the people—those that live, love and breathe winemaking.

Departure Point

You will be picked up and dropped back to your CBD hotel location.

Overview

Hunter Valley is a major producer and exporter of wine worldwide with around 150 wineries producing exceptional varieties. Most famous for dry table wines such as Semillon, but also producing award winning Shiraz, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Verdelho. The Hunter Valley is also the oldest wine growing region in Australia, starting in the 1820s. Some of today’s vines are descendants of these original cultivations.

Mount View Estate

This boutique winery produces highly awarded wines. Grapes here are hand-processed. Enjoy stunning Hunter Valley vistas while pairing wine with selected cheeses—a fun way to learn about how the right cheese can enhance your tasting experience.

Brokenwood Wines

Before a glass touches your lips, you’ll be impressed by the architecturally designed tasting room—the largest in the region. A 5 Star winery, Brokenwood is famous for its Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz, and their popular Cricket Pitch Range. Make sure you sample each while there.

Peterson House

For sparkling wine enthusiasts, Peterson House is home to over 40 different sparkling wines, including their famous Pink Blush. As they say, “Life’s flat without bubbles!” Your tasting will be paired with chocolate.

Beer

To please the palate of the refined beer enthusiast, beer tasting paddles can be purchased (at your own expense).

Dining

With rosy cheeks and a smile on your face, we will head to your lunch destination. There are many fabulous restaurants to choose from in the Hunter Valley.