Uncover the art of Food and Drink Pairing as you progressively Taste and Dine your way around the scenic Hunter Region, indulging in 4 selected tasting experiences each at a different location, that celebrates beautiful local produce paired with premium Hunter Valley wines, whiskys or craft beers on a tasting adventure with a difference!
Itinerary
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Stop At: iHop Hunter Valley, Pokolbin, Cessnock, New South Wales 2320 Australia

Stop 1). Arrive at a boutique run winery and cellar door where you will learn the art of cheese and wine matching, as you are guided through a selected range of local cheeses each matched with wines, along with additional wine tastings on offer from the extensive wine list.

Stop 2). We then progress on to a winery restaurant for their signature “Chef’s Tasting Plate” which comprises of tasting portions of various dishes created with seasonal local produce all served on the one plate, with each dish paired with premium wines and then finishing at the cellar door for a guided wine tasting.

Stop 3). Discover the adventurous and complex world of Whisky, Craft Beer or Wine and Food Pairing, tasting three distinct flavour profiles that have each been specifically matched to two savoury and one dessert taster sized dishes. Nb: your preference in the "Special Requirements" Field, otherwise Whisky will be selected.

Stop 4). Time to end on a “sweet note” indulging in a selection of beautifully crafted local artisan chocolates that have each been paired with its very own premium wine! Enjoy further tastings from the extensive family owned and run cellar door wine list, that has been passionately crafting wines here in the Hunter for over 120 years!

Stop 5). Great photo opportunities along the way at scenic vantage points and opportunity to purchase local cheeses and small goods from one of the gourmet cheese shops and providore, which you can store in the on-board cooler box.

Complimentary transfers from your Hotel or Accommodation commence at approximately 10:15am from Lovedale, Pokolbin, Cessnock and Rothbury locations (only).

Duration: 5 hours

Reviews

Puja K - 5/5

Kristy was an amazing guide. It was a super fun day of visiting wineries, having snacks and laughing

Rebecca - 5/5

Fantastic day out. Started off very quiet but by the end everyone was laughing and acting like we’d known each other for years. The tour guid was very informative about the area and very helpful with the pick ups and returns. The hosts were very knowledgeable of their wines and the pair of the foods. The host at the wandin was by far the outstand of the day.

Inclusions

  • Designated driver
  • Food tasting (including Lunch, Cheese, Chocolate and other accompaniments)
  • Wine tasting
  • Whisky, Wine or Craft Beer Pairing
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - iHop Hunter Valley

Exclusions

  • Additional bottles of wine or produce from cellar door tasting

Terms & Conditions

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
    • Face masks provided for travelers
    • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
    • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
    • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
    • Guides required to regularly wash hands
    • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms