Thirst for short break inspiration?

When you need to breathe, trade the traffic for our winding rural drives that connect the cellar doors of 150 Australian wine icons and boutique producers with a personal touch. Relax into the magic of ancient Shiraz and internationally coveted Semillon vines, stretching as far as the eye can see from a hot air balloon drifting at dawn, and shadowed by the Brokenback escarpment glowing gold on dusk.

An easy run from Sydney or Newcastle airport, taste fresh adventure at every turn. Where freedom feels like live music under endless skies, the tee-off to a championship green, and being swept-up in the thrill of vintage at a hatted restaurant in a working winery.

Forage artisan farmgates, markets and village shopfronts and spice-up your culinary skills in fun sessions with legendary local chefs.

Stay a while, in resort luxury or a charming escape on a family estate, and know for yourself why so many of Australia’s first families of wine, and compelling young producers, call Hunter Valley Wine Country home.