THE GRAPEVINE BLOG

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It’s Vintage Time: Where to pick grapes in the Hunter Valley

It’s Vintage Time: Where to pick grapes in the Hunter Valley

Vintage is one of the best times to visit the Hunter Valley. The grapes are bursting with colour and flavour, the vines are looking lush and green, and the community is in full swing with everyone pitching in to harvest the grapes at the right times – whites are picked first, followed by reds. Want to get in on the action and experience the 2025 vintage first-hand by picking and stomping grapes?

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Family adventures in the Hunter Valley this Summer

Family adventures in the Hunter Valley this Summer

Fill endless days exploring the Hunter Valley with the family. From strolling through Lavender fields, to exploring the largest Christmas light display in the Hunter Valley, horse riding, and enjoy a glass of wine at a family-friendly wineries, there's plenty of great ways to spend family time. Whether travelling with littlies or with teenagers, here’s tips on the best things to do in Wine Country with a family. 

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What's new in the Hunter Valley 2024

What's new in the Hunter Valley 2024

From new must-try restaurant openings to pastry chef delights and a Hunter Valley Winery being named the #1 winery in Australia, here’s what’s new and trending in the Hunter Valley. 

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A Cheese Lover’s Guide to the Hunter Valley

A Cheese Lover’s Guide to the Hunter Valley

The Hunter Valley isn't just a haven for wine enthusiasts; it's also a paradise for cheese lovers. Home to several renowned cheese producers, the region offers a delectable array of cheeses that perfectly complement its world-class wines. Here’s a guide to four of the best cheese purveyors in the Hunter Valley and their top-selling or highly rated cheeses.

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Hunter Lavender Farm’s Season 3 Opening: A Sensory Journey Awaits!

Hunter Lavender Farm’s Season 3 Opening: A Sensory Journey Awaits!

Hunter Lavender Farm invites you to celebrate their Season 3 opening from the 14th of December 2024 until the 5th of January 2025. This year’s theme A Sensory Journey is all about immersion in the beauty, fragrance, and taste of lavender, and it promises to be a summer adventure that will delight your senses.

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Christmas Recipes and Wine Pairing

Christmas Recipes and Wine Pairing

Planning your Christmas Day feast shouldn’t be a chore. To make it effortless, Wine Selectors has created this easy-to-follow Christmas food and wine pairing guide, featuring the best holiday recipes to enjoy with a glass (or two) of premium Hunter Valley wines. While everyone brings their own unique traditions to the holiday table, these tried-and-true pairings promise to add a memorable touch. So, read on, don your chef’s hat, and get ready for your most delicious festive season yet!

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13 Instagram Worthy pools to dive into this Summer

13 Instagram Worthy pools to dive into this Summer

Just a stone's throw away from iconic Hunter Valley vineyards lay some pretty Instagram-worthy pools.⁠ From adults-only and private residences with jaw-dropping pools to splash-zones for the whole family. ⁠Find your picturesque pool getaway in the Hunter Valley.

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Peterson House Wins Bronze at the National Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence 2024

Peterson House Wins Bronze at the National Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence 2024

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MEDIA RELEASE: Tyrrell's named Australia's #1 Winery

MEDIA RELEASE: Tyrrell's named Australia's #1 Winery

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From Greens to Grapes: The Unique Appeal of Hunter Valley’s Golf and Wine Experience

From Greens to Grapes: The Unique Appeal of Hunter Valley’s Golf and Wine Experience

Few things go together, as well as wine and golf, but a vacation filled with golf and wine experiences sounds like a dream to us. You don’t need to go far to find that exact experience! We’ve got plenty of excellent golf and even more wonderful wines right here in Hunter Valley, as well as a whole lot more if you feel like enjoying more off-course adventure. Let’s explore the golf and wine in this premier holiday spot.

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