THE GRAPEVINE BLOG

Spring in the Hunter Valley is simply not to be missed —there's no better way to celebrate the season than by gathering with friends for a day of exceptional food and wine under the warm sun. Picture yourself enjoying a leisurely long-table feast nestled in an enchanting pear grove, or perhaps you’d prefer to relax with a refreshing spring cocktail, live music filling the air as the sun sets. Whatever your taste, there’s an event waiting to make your spring day unforgettable. Here's some of the top flings to get around this Spring. 

As winter settles in, there's no better way to embrace the season than by cosying up next to a crackling fire with a glass of Hunter Valley red wine. Known for producing some of Australia's finest red wines, the Hunter Valley offers the perfect selections for those intimate winter evenings. Here's a curated list of the best Hunter Valley red wines that promise to warm your heart and enhance your fireside experience.

Next time you visit the Hunter Valley, get ready to tantalize your taste buds with one of the region's unique wine and food pairing experiences. Our expert winemakers have meticulously curated pairings that highlight the finest local produce complimenting the region's acclaimed wines. Indulge in one (or several) of these unforgettable culinary adventures that showcase the very best of Hunter Valley's gourmet offerings.

With so many cellar doors and wineries, you are truly spoilt for choice in the Hunter Valley. Next time you plan on visiting us, be sure to check out these brand new or recently renovated cellar doors here in the region.

There’s something welcoming and comforting about a fireplace that can make you feel completely at home whilst on a holiday. When the weather cools down, the Hunter Valley is always ready to turn the heat up with plenty of winter warmer options. From fiery outdoor bonfires, to intimate in-house log fires, there is something for a range of occasions. Here are 26 places or events to indulge in all things food and wine fireside this Winter. 

It’s no surprise that some people base themselves in Lovedale and explore no more. Local cellar doors are small and intimate but make character-laden wines to a very high standard. Experience sunset trike tours, a charming trattoria, artisan smokehouse, small farm cheeserey, cooking and amazing ballooning. Here's all the inspiration you need for your next getaway.

Media Release: July 2023

This article has been supplied by Wine Selectors. 

Friday June 16, 2023

A stellar line-up of wineries, brewers and entertainers confirmed for 2023 Hunter Valley Wine & Beer Festival – Saturday 24 June, 2023 

This time of year the Hunter Valley is buzzing with action as harvest and vintage take place across our vineyards and wineries. If you’re visiting the region over the next few weeks you may come across large groups of pickers out at dawn until dusk harvesting this year’s crops, or tractors on the roads transporting tonnes of fruit from the vineyard to be crushed in the winery. Whatever the activity - it usually means vintage and with it, a crop of new whites and reds to enjoy. There is no better time to partake in a behind the scenes winery tour whilst the wineries are in full swing with their work.