Hope Estate
2213 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, New South Wales 2320
The Hunter Valley is situated in the north of Sydney and is one of the most premier destinations in Australia, known for its vineyards and wine tasting.
Over two million people visit the valley each year to enjoy the area’s many wineries, fresh food produce, and luxurious spa and hotels. The Hunter Valley is typically known for its Chardonnay, Semillon, and Shiraz grape varieties.
Why it is Worth to Visit the Hope Estate
Hope Estate is the crème de la crème of all wineries in the Hunter Valley. It is situated in the heart of Pokolbin and approximately a 2-hour drive, to the North of Sydney. Hope Estate has grown to become a leading destination all on its own. The estate comprises of wine tasting facilities, state-of-the-art architectural building, fresh gourmet food produce, and a not to mention their latest addition; a brewery.
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The Brewery of Hope Estate
If you aren’t much of a wine drinker, Hope Estate won’t let you down! Hope Estate’s brewery offers and a vast range of ice-cold beers on tap. All ten beers are brewed on the premises, ensuring the highest quality of the beer is produced. The creator of Hope Estate wanted each person to enjoy a beverage when visiting the winery, whether it be tasting local produce, or alongside a meal. Their tap list changes depending on its popularity at the time, as they brew small quantities to ensure standards are kept at a high at all times. Enjoy Hunter Valley’s sunny countryside with your beer of choice, whether it be a summer large, dark ale, or a sweet cider.
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It is a Music Lovers Dream
The Hope Estate has also become a top destination for international musicians too. With a 20,000-seat amphitheatre adjacent to its luscious vineyards, Hope Estate has really exceeded the boundaries of your quintessential winery. The amphitheatre has been graced with the presence of uber-famous artists like Rod Stewart, Elton John and Fleetwood Mac. Buy a hamper of local cheeses and cold meats to enjoy at the show or enjoy food from any one of the many food carts.
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Their Wine Variety
However, it comes to no surprise that the real highlight of the estate is their delightful wines. They have been producing wine for over 30 years, getting the perfect drop for their visitors after many tweaks and changes. They have become so successful that they now have vineyards in Western Australia, Victoria and New South Wales. If you’re a Chardonnay, Semillon, and/or Shiraz fan, Hope Estate will prove to be wonderland in regard to taste and variety. All wines are produced on-site. With no additives in the wine-making process, you can ensure you will be consuming the freshest produce. Simply park yourself next to the winery’s windows and sip on a delicious glass of red, white, or pink, marvelling at the view that goes perfectly with the drop!
Check out the Review of Hope Estate Shiraz.
Hope Estate Wines attract many visitors from around the world, including the UK and USA whom many of which are highly impressed with the vast range of wines produced. The Estate really does have something for everyone. It is a one stop shop for all food and wine connoisseurs and a destination not to be missed whilst touring the Hunter Valley.
The Accommodation Around Hope Estate
If you are feeling a bit lightheaded, or you’re simply wanting to longer stay within the lush greenery, the Hope Estate offers you overnight accommodation. It is named the Wombat Cottage, offering guests a rustic Hunter valley stay amongst the stunning 420-acre scenery after an evening sipping the local wine. The cottage was built in 1910, providing a historic charm as cuddle up by the fire after dark. Marvel at the sunset as you stroll from the winery to your accommodation, and slowly wake up when the birds start chirping for a truly relaxing vacation.
The Events of Hope Estate
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Cheese and Chocolate Festival
What goes better with wine than the sweet and savoury delights of chocolate and cheese? This weekend-long event showcases the best delights in town, blending together cheese, chocolate, beer and wine. Stroll through the many stalls and be amazed by the amount of variety and culture this region offers. There are demonstrations on how particular goodies are created, so make sure you double-check the event’s schedule before visiting. As well, this event is not just for the adults visiting but has an array of kid activities for families. With a completely kid-free zone, a ‘sweet zone’ reserved entirely for the cholate stalls, and live entertainment throughout the event, including grape stomping.
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Christmas in July
Why wait for December to enjoy Christmas? Christmas in July is becoming bigger every year, with nothing saying it better than the hearty goodies and winter countryside of Hunter Valley. Showcasing traditional Christmas feast foods with a modern Australian twist to them, including pork belly, char-grilled scotch fillet, and a mouth-watering dessert buffet. Matching all these treats with some of the best wines and beers around, so visitors can enjoy the unforgettable experience of Hunter Valley with a charming Christmas atmosphere. The event will have live Christmas music throughout the day and night, so you can really get in the mood while tucking into the delicious delights.
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Hunter Valley Beer and BBQ
Over a weekend Hope Estate will bring together two of Australia’s favourite things; Barbeque and Beer! Celebrating these two things with food stalls, delicious dinners, live music, and masterclasses. The beer will feature over 40 different craft beers and ciders, and a range of mouth-watering a slow-cooked meat. There are particular events each day, with cookout championships with the very best chefs around, to classes allowing visitors to try making their very own beer or meats. Parents, don’t despair, as you can entertain your kids by dropping them off at the fully staffed kids’ zone before heading off to talk beer and meat with the local masters.
The Estate really does have something for everyone. It is a one-stop shop for all food and wine connoisseurs and a destination not to be missed whilst touring the Hunter Valley. Regardless of whether you are a wine lover, nature enthusiast, or prefer a brew, Hope Estate has you covered for your weekend trip in Hunter Valley.