After a two year hiatus, Saturday October 8 2016 heralds the triumphant return of Opera in the Vineyards, Australia’s beloved annual celebration of food, wine and opera.
This year will see its debut at the stunning Roche Estate (formerly Tempus Two), located right in the heart of Pokolbin, and surrounded by some of the most recognised wineries and restaurants in Wine Country.
Since its humble beginnings in 1996 almost 100,000 people have converged on the beautiful Hunter Valley for an evening of musical passion and romance. Add the breathtaking surrounds of the vineyards, delicious food, fine wine and good company, and you have an experience not to be missed.
To celebrate, we are thrilled to present four of our most famous and popular opera singers, sopranos Natalie Aroyan and Greta Bradman, star tenor David Hobson and special guest, international tenor Richard Troxell (USA). We also welcome back Maestro Brian Castles-Onion to compere proceedings in his own inimitable way, presenting a delightful program of romantic arias, duets and comic ensembles by the great composers Mozart, Rossini, Puccini and Verdi. It is sure to touch the heart and stir the emotions.
Arrive early to savour the exceptional delights of quality local food and wine. For an even richer sensory experience, head to the magnificent Hunter Valley Gardens just a few minutes away, to immerse yourself in the sensational sights, colours and fragrances of over 60 acres of spectacular international display gardens.
Directions from The Vintry to Roche Estate
The Vintry
The Vintry is a stunning architecturally designed Country House, luxuriously appointed with the highest 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.
