THE GRAPEVINE BLOG

Looking for the latest news, stories, tips and local knowledge to help plan your trip? Discover what is happening on the Hunter Valley Grapevine.

Botanical Bliss: The Hunter Valley's Gin Trail

The Hunter Valley is becoming a vibrant destination for craft gin enthusiasts. Our expanding gin scene features unique spirits that showcase the creativity and craftsmanship of local distilleries.

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Hunter Valley #V24 Vintage Overview

 

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Silkman Shortlisted for top gongs by Halliday

Local dynamic winemaking duo Liz and Shaun Silkman’s – Silkman Wines – has been named amongst only 6 Australian wineries in contention for the prestigious title of Winery of the Year by the world-renowned wine bible – Halliday Wine Companion for its soon to be released 2025 edition.

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A stellar line-up of wineries, brewers and entertainers confirmed for Hunter Valley Wine & Beer Festival

The 2024 Hunter Valley Wine & Beer Festival will showcase over 50 of the Valley’s best wineries, distillers, and brewers on Saturday, 13 July at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley.

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The Food Fight is Back - Who are the Four Chefs for ’24?

Today the Hunter’s culinary not-for-profit body, known for producing one of the region’s hottest foodie events – the Food Fight, has unveiled its four Chefs for 2024. The four chefs, all at the top of the culinary chain will vie for the consumer’s vote at the popular lunch in the Hunter Valley in June.

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Toast to Triumph: Hunter Valley’s wine and tourism industry celebrated at 17th Legends Awards

The annual awards held at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley united more than 360 industry professionals and guests from the Hunter Valley wine and tourism industry. The Legends Awards honours the region's rich and vibrant history, celebrating the lasting influence and legacy of those who contribute outstanding service to the industry. Colin Peterson and John Drayton were inducted as 2024 Hunter Valley Living Legends.

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