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.

Hunter Valley Wine & Tourism Industry conduct traditional smoking ceremony ahead of 2024 Vintage

Over one hundred local winemakers, vignerons, and representatives from the tourism industry gathered this morning at Tyrrell’s Wines to partake in the Hunter Valley Vintage Smoking Ceremony, led by local Wannaruah elder, Uncle Warren.

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Snackable Cellar Doors and Wineries in the Hunter Valley

Treat your taste buds to a visit to one of our wineries that dish out two essential pleasures in life - wine and food. Whether you desire a light snack following a relaxed late breakfast or simply yearn for delectable nibbles, there are plenty of wineries that have the best of both worlds. Discover some of the finest wineries in the region where you can indulge in premium Hunter wines whilst satisfying your culinary cravings. 

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Wine Selectors 15 top rated things to try in the Hunter Valley

An easy two-hour drive from Sydney and Australia’s oldest wine region, the Hunter Valley has so much on offer. From award-winning wineries and exceptional restaurants to hot-air ballooning and concerts under the stars, there’s always something to keep you going back for more.

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Best bubbles to pop this festive season

It’s time to deck the halls and pop the bubbles this December as we near the end of another year and enter the festive season. Whether it’s Christmas Day, New Years Eve, or an unexpected visit from family, we have plenty of drops to fill your flutes with this December.

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Chris Tyrrell elected as 6th Hunter Valley Wine & Tourism Association President

Chris Tyrrell, CEO of Tyrrell’s Wines has been elected as the new President of the Hunter Valley Wine & Tourism Association (HVWTA), replacing Stuart Hordern, Senior Winemaker at Brokenwood, who stands down after his two-year term.

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NSW Wine Awards winners as smooth as Silk

MEDIA RELEASE: 13 November 2023

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