Top ten Hunter Valley wineries

For quality of wine and the best visitor experiences, these are Time Out’s expert pics (in alphabetical order)

First published on 23 May 2012. Updated on 26 Oct 2012.

Audrey Wilkinson Winery
Pokolbin, Hunter Valley	A family business since 1866, Audrey Wilkinson lures visitors with one of the area’s most perfect views
Brokenwood Wines
Pokolbin	Historic, progressive, picturesque: Brokenwood produces immaculate wines year after year and has a lovely cellar door to visit
David Hook Wines
Pokolbin	Connoisseur-quality, David Hook boasts superior Shiraz. Wander among the sandstone buildings, shops and café of this little vineyard
De Iuliis Wines
Pokolbin	A view to get drunk on. A restaurant to write home about. A Semillon to take home by the caseload
Krinklewood Vineyard
Broke, Hunter Valley	The Biodynamic revolution is here. Krinklewood is organic, sustainable, and challenging the palates of sommelliers everywhere
Margan
Broke, Hunter Valley	Al fresco, darling. Drink, dine and enjoy the views over the mountains and acres and acres of vine
Meerea Park Wines
Pokolbin	‘Terroirists’ you should negotiate with, Meerea Park are innovators and award-winners. Drop in and see for yourself
Mistletoe Wines
Pokolbin	The perfect sundowner. Twilight tastings make this the perfect place to conclude your afternoon of winery hopping
Peppertree
Hunter Valley	A class act through and through, Peppertree’s vast vineyards are an absolute must to visit
Scarborough
Pokolbin	Parsley, sage, Chardonnay and time to relax and drink it. Are you going to Scarborough? Thought so