- Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard - The expansive Cellar Door is perched atop a foot hill of the Brokenback Mountain Ranges and is a true must-see site of the Hunter Valley with stunning 360 degree views. Enjoy a Premium seated wine tasting at Audrey Wilkinson which lasts around 45 minutes.
You can wander freely through the on site winemaking museum, housed in the original winery and showcasing the Wilkinson Family history and our heritage awarded original open cement vats. Also on display are various barrel and wine making tools and equipment.
We will also allow some time for photos, as the views are phenomenal!
*All stops are subject to change in unforeseen circumstances.
- Small Mouth Vodka - Here you will choose 8 tastings including flavoured vodkas, gins and liqueurs - some with glitter!
Small Mouth Vodka is handcrafted and free from preservatives and anything artificial. Carefully distilled using only premium organic ingredients, Small Mouth boasts a full flavour with a long, smooth finish.
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RidgeView - As you pull up to RidgeView Wines, you can feel the passion and hard work that goes into these award-winning wines. This charming family-run cellar door is the culmination of a dream to handcraft small batches of estate and locally grown wines that truly capture the essence of this renowned wine region.
Inside the tasting room, be prepared to discover why RidgeView has earned a 5 star Halliday rating. Their refined Chardonnays, earthy Shirazes, and lively Semillons are sure to impress even the most discerning palate. Savor the flavors that only decades of winemaking expertise can achieve. By the end of your visit, you’ll agree these are Hunter Valley wines not to be missed. -
4 Pines at the Farm - Hunter Valley - We will be stopping for lunch at 4 Pines at The Farm.
4 Pines taproom, bistro, and cellar door offers 600 square meters of panoramic Hunter Valley views. Enjoy a beer at the 12-tap bar or a Semillon on the patio. This destination venue provides 360-degree views of picturesque vineyards.
We’ll dine al fresco under the pavilion overlooking the vines for a relaxed and enjoyable experience. The perfect lunch stop to energize us before we continue our tour!
Please note that lunch is not included in the tour. -
Saltire Estate - This winery has a Scottish influence, honouring the legacy of James Busby, the proud Scot known as the father of Australian wine. Busby brought 500 cuttings from Europe to Australia and planted them in the Hunter region of Belford, not far from Lovedale. It is from these vines that the majority of existing Hunter Valley vineyards were propagated
Step inside the rustic cellar door, furnished with repurposed furniture and barrels. Discover the Saltire Estate Signature Wine Tasting experience and indulge in breathtaking views of their Semillon vines while savoring their wines. -
Binnorie Dairy - As the sun begins to set on our Hunter Valley wine tour, we have one final stop - the renowned Binnorie Dairy. Arrive at their tasting bar and let the cheesemakers be your guides through a flight of their creamy cow and goat milk creations.
Watch through viewing windows as they carefully craft each batch using time-honored techniques. Savor the rich, complex flavors and discover why Binnorie Dairy has become a destination for cheese aficionados across Australia.
The espresso machine is always switched on so this is the perfect time to grab a takeaway as we drive back to Newcastle.
- Spirit distillery tasting
- 3 x Premium sit down wine tastings
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Cheese tasting
- Lunch
We’ll pick you up and drop you off at your chosen Newcastle address. Spend an indulgent day among the vines while we handle the details:
- Three intimate, seated wine tasting experiences will tantalise your palette.
- A lunchtime respite amid the vines features an al a carte lunch at “The Farm - 4 Pines” (at own cost).
- Experience the artistry of spirits with a glittering vodka, gin & liqueur tasting.
- Savour the local dairy scene with an artisanal cheese tasting.
Our private tour offering grants you an exclusive experience. You’ll gain access to arguably the Hunter Valley’s most prized vineyard, enjoying tastings and moments that would be impossible with a crowd. We are also happy to customise private tours to suit our clientele’s tastes and requests.
- This tour goes from Newcastle to the Hunter Valley (and returns). The driving time to the Hunter Valley from Newcastle is approximately one hour each way, depending on which suburb people are getting picked up from, this time will increase.
- Total tour duration includes travel time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
