THE GRAPEVINE BLOG

Here in the Hunter Valley we invite you to take things at a gentler pace, to relax and unwind. . Maybe it’s the calming rhythm of rolling vines, or the simple pleasure of watching the sun set over the Brokenback Range with a glass of something local

Fire up your winter weekends with What's on this Winter and June long weekend in the Hunter Valley The Hunter Valley doesn’t slow down when the temperature drops, in fact winter is one of the most exciting times to visit. With a packed calendar of ev

With the ocean just an hour away, Hunter Valley’s menus are infused with coastal influence, bringing fresh, high-quality seafood to the table. From freshly shucked oysters to kingfish with fresh lime, seared scallops and Spanish-style crispy oct

Semsational Hunter Valley Semillon  It could be that the critters and molluscs that littered the ancient sea floor more than 250 million years ago can be credited for some of the spectacular soils which now adorn the golden circle of Semillon pr

Whats is Semillon?   Semillon is a white grape variety that originated in France and is primarily grown in Bordeaux, where it plays a key role in both dry and sweet wines. However, it has found a second home in Australia, particularly in the Hun

From exploring the largest Christmas light display in the Southern Hemisphere to family-friendly wineries, horse riding adventures and more, there's plenty of great ways to spend family time in the Hunter Valley. Here’s some of the best things to do

Here in the Hunter Valley we’ve decked the halls with over 4 million lights, prepped our kitchens for extravagant Christmas Lunch feasts and have the bubbles ready to pour. Here’s your extensive guide to what’s on this Christmas and New Years.  

Here are some of the top places to kick-back to live music each weekend in the Hunter Valley. Whether you’re after sunshine, vine side acoustic blues in the afternoon or a sun-drenched beer garden with a band covering all the classics, sometimes ther

When most people think of Shiraz, they picture big, bold, brooding red wines. But in the Hunter Valley Shiraz is getting noticed as people veer away from big bold and high in alcohol wine styles. Some say Hunter Shiraz is Shiraz for Pinot Noir drinke