THE GRAPEVINE BLOG

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​With so much uncertainty in the world right now and the whole of NSW under stay-at-home rules, it's important you don't forget to take care of yourself and make time to focus on you.Feeling overwhelmed, stressed and tired? We've gone to the experts to find out what at home self-care techniques can help reduce the stresses and tensio...

Who doesn't love a beautiful cheese, distinctive olive oil or rich dark chocolate to accompany their favourite Hunter Valley wine? Thanks to the impressive line-up of passionate producers here in the Hunter Valley we are spoiled for choice. We've found our pick below of local delicacies that you can still enjoy at home alongside the great choice o...

When we think about holidays, the memories of what we ate and drank always looms large in the memory. With so much time to both dream of holidays past, and plan for more holidays in the future, why not revisit memories of the Hunter Valley with this gorgeous three course meal inspired by some of our signature restaurants and producers.ENTRÉE ...

22 July is the day to shine for one of the Hunter Valley's most popular varietals. Step forward, Hunter Valley Shiraz.To honour International Shiraz Day, we sat down this week, in the birthplace of Shiraz in Australia, with Andrew Thomas of Thomas Wines.Andrew, award-winning Hunter Valley winemaker, shared with us his expert knowledge on Shira...

​As the oldest commercial wine region in Australia, it's no surprise Hunter Valley Wine Country is filled with historical landmarks. Honouring the importance and significance of our region, the recently launched Hunter Valley Heritage Cairn Trail follows those landmarks which have influenced the course of, or made a significant contribution to, the...

Thommo and Andy sound like a comedy duo, or a breakfast team on local radio. Winemaker Andrew Thomas from Thomas Wines and chef Andy Wright from Pokolbin Catering Co. are, in fact, deadly serious about food and wine and their collaborations are some of the hottest tickets for June's Hunter Valley Wine and Food Festival.Join them to explore 12 vinta...

Not only are three generations of the Scarborough family actively involved, but the tasting room is in the old family homestead on Gillards Road in Pokolbin.The recently renovated facility is set up for groups large and small and you'll almost certainly meet a Scarborough, whether that be founders Ian and Merralea Scarborough, winemaker son Jerome ...