THE GRAPEVINE BLOG
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A new destination for food, wine, cocktails, and good company has arrived in the Hunter Valley, with Lucia Roche Estate officially opening its doors in Pokolbin on 17 September 2026. The new restaurant will bring stone-fired pizzas, Italian-inspired share plates, wines and cocktails to Roche Estate, with a menu built around seasonal produ
Sixteen Hunter Valley producers were celebrated with trophies at the 2026 PKF Hunter Valley Wine Show celebration luncheon at Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort. The 54th Show attracted 69 exhibitors and 652 entries, judged over three days at Singleton Showground, assisted by the School of Infantry and led by an expert panel chaired by Toni Paterson,
The Hunter Valley’s reputation as one of Australia’s leading wine regions has been further reinforced, with five major category nominations in the 2027 Halliday Wine Companion Awards shortlist. The Hunter Valley is represented across four of the six major award categories, highlighting the depth of talent and quality that continues to define Austra
More than 330 guests from across the wine and tourism industries gathered to recognise the people and businesses shaping the future of the Hunter Valley region while honouring those whose contributions have left a lasting legacy. The 19th Hunter Valley Legends Awards highlighted the Hunter Valley industry’s continued f
MEDIA RELEASE The Hunter Valley Wine & Tourism Association is pleased to announce the nominees and finalists for the 2026 Hunter Valley Legends Awards, recognising excellence across wine, tourism, and hospitality. These awards celebrate the individuals and businesses who continue to elevate the Hunter Valley’s reputation as one of Australi
Innovation in the Hunter Valley has long been defined by its ability to balance tradition with progressive thinking. Latitude 32 Wines newly launched Wonnarua Range, is a deeply considered collaboration between contemporary winemaking and the world’s oldest continuous culture. Created in partnership with the Wonnarua People, the Traditional Custodi