“Semillon is the variety that defines the region, and rightly so. Hunter Valley Semillon is one of the world's iconic varietal and regional synergies, refreshing and cleansing when young, and multi-layered, complex and beguiling with age.” Toni Paterson MW
Hunter Valley Semillon is often regarded as Hunter Valley's unique gift to the wine world. It has lemon and lime flavours, citrusy crispness and a natural, lively acid. It can be enjoyed soon after bottling, or you can take advantage of its wonderful ageing potential, capable of ageing gracefully for well over 20 years. With age you get honeyed flavours and some toasty notes. Still delicious, but very different to its crisp youth.
This year has been another exceptional year for our Semillon, with 43 Hunter Valley Semillons being awarded 95 points and above by Halliday.
Whether you are looking for something extra special, or simply want an easy and refreshing drink poolside this summer, it doesn’t get much better than a glass of Hunter Valley Semillon. For pairing, think seafood dishes that include white-fleshed fish, prawns, crab and lobster. Its complement to seafood makes this wine the perfect pour for your summer gatherings.
See below for top drops of Hunter Valley Semillon, as awarded by 2026 Halliday Wine Companion.
98 Points
- Audrey Wilkinson Museum Release The Ridge Semillon 2017
- Brokenwood ILR Reserve Semillon 2019
- First Creek Wines Museum Release Oakey Creek Vineyard Semillon 2017
- First Creek Wines Single Vineyard Murphy Vineyard Semillon 2024
97 points
- Audrey Wilkinson Marsh Estate Semillon 2024
- Audrey Wilkinson The Ridge Semillon 2024
- Brokenwood 1899 Old Vines Vineyard Semillon 2023
- First Creek Wines Winemaker's Reserve Semillon 2024
- Pooles Rock Premier Semillon 2024
- Silkman Wines Reserve Semillon 2024
- Tinklers Vineyard Reserve Semillon 2019
- Tyrrell’s Wines Vat 1 Winemaker's Selection Semillon 2019
- Tyrrell's Wines Johnno's Semillon 2024
96 points
- Audrey Wilkinson Winemakers Selection Semillon 2024
- Charteris Wines Pokolbin Selection Semillon 2024
- Margan Wines Aged Release Francis John Semillon 2019
- Margan Wines Ceres Hill Semillon 2024
- McLiesh Estate Wines Cellar Reserve Semillon 2008
- Mount Pleasant Lovedale Semillon 2019
- Pooles Rock Soldier Settler Semillon 2024
- Silkman Wines Single Vineyard Blackberry Semillon 2019
- Silkman Wines Museum Release Single Vineyard Blackberry Semillon 2019
- Thomas Wines Braemore Reserve Semillon 2019
- Thomas Wines Braemore Individual Vineyard Semillon 2024
- Tinklers Vineyard Museum Release School Block Smeillon 2018
- Tyrrell’s Wines Single Vineyard Belford Semillon 2019
- Tyrrell’s Wines Single Vineyard Pokolbin Hills Semillon 2019
95 Points
- Briar Ridge Vineyard JKD Semillon 2024
- Brokenwood Semillon 2024
- Charteris Wines Semillon 2024
- First Creek Wines Classic Semillon 2024
- Gundog Estate The Chase Semillon 2024
- Gundog Estate Indomitus Semillon 2024
- Keith Tulloch Wine Field of Mars Block 2 Semillon 2022
- Keith Tulloch Wine Field of Mars Block 2 Semillon 2023
- McLeish Estate Wines Reserve Semillon 2024
- Riggs & Wiggs Mangerton Semillon 2024
- Riggs & Wiggs Mangerton Block 1 Semillon 2024
- Scarborough Wine Co The Obsessive Semillon 2024
- Tinklers Vineyard School Block Semillon 2024
- Tyrrell's Wines Single Vineyard Stevens Semillon 2019
- Usher Tinkler Wines Big Bad Bill Semillon 2023
- Whispering Brook Single Vineyard Limited Release Semillon 2024
“The Hunter Valley wine region punches well above its weight, with a cluster of supremely talented winemakers who have access to incredible vineyards. It's no surprise that it's home to some of Australia's best wines.” Toni Paterson MW
