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A beautiful range of accommodation in this peaceful sanctuary.
Semillion has put this area on the map, but the region also produces Shiraz, Chardonnay and Verdelho. The Hunter Valley caters for every taste and therefore, regardless of your wine preference, you are sure to find just what you are looking for. Semillion is, as previously said, the jewel in the valleys crown. Previously known as Hunter Riesling, the style is unique to Australia and in fact, this dry white wine cannot be replicated anywhere else in the world.
The area is host to numerous wineries.
From small,intimate boutique wineries to the larger, more established ones steeped in tradition, the valley invites everyone to try out her famous produce. Most wineries offer cellar door tastings while the larger estates do scheduled wine tours. Opening hours again depends largely on the size of the estate smaller, family run cellars normally operate during weekdays from 10 am to 5 pm while the larger wineries are open seven days a week, also 10 am to 5 pm.
If you are stuck for deciding on which area or vineyard to visit, the area has a good collection of tour operators who would be happy to accommodate you with your specific needs and preferences. The area can be divided into ten regions: Broke Fordwich, Lovedale/North Rothbury, Pokolbin/Rothbury, Mount View, Wollombi Valley/Millfield, Branxston/Elderslie/Dalwood, Cessnock, Kurri Kurri, Singleton/Upper Hunter and Around Hermitage. Its splendid wines, exceptional restaurants and an abundance of local produce makes this a popular region to visit.
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