Opera in the Vineyards 2018
This year their much-loved annual celebration of food, wine and opera will take on a brand-new look, and be staged for the very first time indoors in a magnificent barrel room at the award winning Hope Estate.
Relax in the intimate, comfortable surrounds, stunningly lined with wine barrels. And, thrill to the superior sound and breathtaking acoustics to make the experience unforgettable.
Enjoy the wonderful pre-concert activities where you can indulge in famous regional wine, chocolate and cheese tastings, in a specifically designed food and wine village. Grab a glass of wine or bubbles and wander around the lawns indulge your senses, and enjoy the beautiful views across the valley.
Let your spirits soar as international opera stars Greta Bradman, Milijana Nikolic, Rosario La Spina and Jose Carbo lead you on a journey through some of the most beautiful arias and duets ever written. Even the opera-shy will be familiar with these unforgettable masterpieces, brought to vibrant life indoors in the comfort of a great barrel room.
Picnic in the Vines
Saddler’s Creek is perfectly located in the picturesque Southern Region of the Parish of Pokolbin. The vineyard lies at the foothills of the Brokenback Range where iconic vineyards, still bearing fruit, date back to 1860’s. Visit our Cellar Door and experience the warmth and hospitality of a boutique winery.
On Saturday 27 October 2018, Saddler’s Creek will host their annual Picnic in the Vines. Bring your picnic blankets and indulge in a gourmet picnic fare accompanied by Saddler’s Creek’s award winning wines.
Spring is bud burst in the Hunter Valley, where the vineyards come back to life with fields of green after laying dormant all Winter. Relax and unwind with afternoon of live music, food and wine.
Wine Selectors Barbecue Revolution Showcase
Join Wine Selectors as they head to the vines for our sell-out Barbeque Revolution series with Everdure by Heston Blumenthal and Thomas Wines. This tasting showcase will take place on the lawn at the Thomas Wines cellar door at the luxurious Estate Tuscany, Pokolbin on Saturday 13 October 2018.
As you take in the charming surrounds, executive chef for the Everdure by Heston Blumenthal range, Bart Beek, will prepare five barbeque dishes that showcase fundamental barbequing techniques and demonstrate how this amazing barbeque range will revolutionise your approach to BBQ’ing and outdoor entertaining. You’ll then enjoy each dish with an expertly paired glass of exquisite Thomas Wines.
Broke Village Markets
Held on the first Sunday of each month from 8am to 1pm. With over fifteen stalls and growing, this little market is a must-see. Set in the beautiful, sheltered park in the main street of Broke, the market is a relaxing way to add to all that Broke Fordwich has for visitors and locals. A perfect addition to your wine tour experience.
From a stall providing a BBQ to gourmet food products. Even the kids get a look-in with a great range of toys from hand made timber toys to kites and games. A selection of jams and pickles as well as a presentation of gourmet food products adds to the diversity of this great little market. With a state of the art set of swings and climbing frames in the market, the kids can have a ball while mum and dad take their time bargaining for bargains!
Handmade in the Hunter Markets
Handmade in the Hunter Markets – where you will discover the variety and quality of goods grown, made and crafted by Hunter Valley artisans.
As the longest running and most popular, meet-the-maker market in the vineyards, you will meet and talk with the grower, maker or artist behind each of the expertly crafted and truly unique “Handmade in the Hunter” creations. We take great pride in the fact that when you buy something from us you are taking a little bit of the Hunter home with you.
Conveniently located near the three major concert venues (Hope Estate, Bimbadgen and Roche Estate), wineries, restaurants and Hunter Valley Gardens, Handmade in the Hunter Markets are also held to coincide with concert dates and other major vineyard events.
Come along to see, taste, try, buy and marvel for yourself at what the vibrant Hunter Valley artistic and creative community has to offer.
Dalwood Markets
Established on the beautiful Hunter River in 1828, Dalwood Estate is regarded as the birthplace of Hunter Valley wine. Dalwood Markets at Dalwood Estate is held monthly on the second Sunday.
With Art, Fashion, Food, Handcrafted and much more to discover there is no better time to discover Hunter Valley’s premier Vineyard.
DISCOVER THE HUNTER VALLEY
THE VINTRY
The Vintry is a stunning architecturally designed Country House, luxuriously appointed with the quality furnishings and fittings but with the feel of a traditional bush retreat. A contemporary property with 4 spacious bedrooms includes 1 king size bedroom with hydrotherapy spa bath and 3 queen size bedrooms each with its own ensuite bathroom and private deck for those times when you would like some personal time to relax.
Best Deluxe Accommodation
Hunter & Central Coast Tourism Awards Gold 2009, 2010. Silver 2007, 2008, 2011, 2012.
NSW Tourism Awards Gold 2009. Silver 2012. Finalist 2007, 2010, 2011, 2013.
Qantas Australian Tourism Awards Finalist Best Deluxe Accommodation 2009.