Wine Blog

November 10, 2026

What Makes Our Wine so Special

What is it that sets our wines apart Around Hermitage? Bob Lusby from Tintilla Estate chats about the benefits of small producers and boutique wines.

November 10, 2026

Merlot Magic

Not the most common wine you'll hear mentioned, Tintilla winemaker James Lusby will have you reaching for a glass of Merlot with your next BBQ…

June 5, 2024

Through Rose Glasses

Back in the 70s and 80s, Rose was a popular choice with Boomers – in fact, Mateaus Rose was the most popular wine in the…

May 4, 2021

Top 30 Wineries by Klook

In a recent online article published by Klook, many of our Around Hermitage members have been featured as one of "Hunter Valley's Top 30 wineries"…

March 9, 2020

F**k the Fires — Drink Australian Wine

Amber LeBeau - Spitbucket - attended the Wine Media Conference 2019 in the Hunter Valley Published on February 8, 2020 It’s too much — the…

December 31, 2019

The Hunt for Aussie Bubbles

Amber LeBeau - SpitBucket The Hunt for Aussie Bubbles

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A Destination for all Occasions

Much more than merely a weekend destination for couples or dedicated wine connoisseurs, our region presents the perfect opportunity for conferences, symposiums, retreats, weddings, family holidays and milestone occasions. Our stunning surrounds also make it an ideal backdrop for some film and video.

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An easy 40 minute drive from Newcastle, under an hour from Newcastle airport & two hours from Sydney, Hermitage Road is home to one of the most diverse collection of wineries and gourmet producers in the Hunter Valley.

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Picturesque views, world class wines, & welcoming experiences await you Around Hermitage in the Hunter Valley.

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