"Wine-Away" Holidays
There is nothing quite like a getaway that revolves purely around a 'tipple' or two or three. A sojourn to your desired wine region is a fantastic idea for a getaway. Imagine, you can relax and unwind surrounded by stunning green vineyards, soak up a variation of divine wines from award winning cellars and sample undiscovered unique blends at quaint boutique style wineries.
The great thing about taking a 'wine-away holiday' is that you can go most times of the year and spend as much or as little time as you please. In winter you can rug up and warm up around cosy log fires and in summer you can bask in glorious vineyard sunshine whilst sampling your beverage of choice. Tempt your palette with delicious local, gourmet produce and spend quality time with whichever lucky person you choose to take with you on a wonderful wine adventure.
Wine Away in the Hunter Valley
The Hunter valley is one of Australia's oldest wine regions and is particularly famous for its' Semillon. Just 2 hours drive from Sydney the Hunter Valley is home to many prominent wineries as well as great restaurants, cheese makers, art galleries and beautiful gardens. You can do your own self drive tour of all the wineries or see the Hunter region in all its glory on board a hot air balloon. With over 120 cellar doors in the area, you won't be spoilt for choice on your wine tasting expedition.
Some great wineries to visit are:
- Arrowfield Estate
- De Bortelli
- Ghost Riders Wines
- Lindemans Wines
- Mc Williams Mount Pleasant
- Scarborough Wines
- Tyrells
- Wyndham Estate
Wine Away in the Margaret River
Stunning coastline and world-class wineries, the Margaret river wine region has become known as one of the great wine- producing regions in the world. The district is renown for producing award winning chardonnay, shiraz, cabernet sauvignon and sauvignon blanc. The Margaret River is 300kms south of Perth and is home to 120 wine producers. The region enjoys great climate all year round. Make a holiday of your trip to this stunning piece of Australia; there are fabulous beaches to visit between wine tastings and delicious local produce to be sampled.
Some great wineries to visit are:
- Amberley Estate
- Annie Brook
- Cape Mentelle Vineyards
- Devils Lair
- Leeuwin estate
- Sandalford
- Stonebrook Estate
- Vasse Felix
Wine Away at the Barossa Valley
The beautiful Barossa valley is located one hour drive from Adelaide and positioned amongst rolling green hills, manicured vineyards and historical little villages. Home to some of the oldest Shiraz vineyards in the world, the Barossa is considered as Australia's largest wine growing area and year after year wins accolades for its superb wines. The Barossa is also a gourmet paradise, has great markets, expansive national parks and is littered with art galleries. There is so much to see and do in the Barossa.
Some great wineries to visit are:
- Barossa Valley Estate
- Cockatoo Ridge Wines
- Henschke
- Jacobs Creek
- Penfolds
- Peter Lehmans Wines
- Seppelt Wines
- Wolf Blass
Wine Away at the Yarra Valley
The majestic Yarra Valley is just 50 minutes from Melbourne and the perfect place to visit for fine wine and fine food and the perfect place to unwind and get away from it all. Indulge yourself and visit one of health and day spas for some pampering between vineyard hopping. The Yarra Valley is renown for its Riesling and its distinct citrus notes. See the Yarra in all its glory from a hot air balloon and occupy yourself with visits to anyone of the 35 wineries that dot the fabulous countryside.
Some great wineries to visit are:
- Ainsworth Estate
- Coldstream Hills
- De Bortoli
- Mc Williams Lillydale Estate
- Rochford Wines
- Riverstone Estate
- Sutherland Estate
- Stones of the Yarra Valley
Wine Away in Auckland
Auckland is known for producing premium quality wines. Home to some of the country's oldest wineries, Auckland is famous for producing chardonnay, merlot and cabernet sauvignon wines. The regions boutique vineyards are situated in clusters in five distinct areas; Waiheke Island, west Auckland, northwest Auckland, north Auckland (around Matakana) and the Clevedon Valley. You can hire a car and go from cellar door to cellar door whilst taking in the beautiful countryside or take an organised tour.
Some great wineries to visit are:
- Brick Bay Wines
- Coopers Creek Winery
- Gold Water Estate
- Landmark Estate Wines
- Matakana Estate
- Peninsula estate Wines
- Stoneyridge Vineyard
- Villa Maria
Wine Away in the Napier Region
The Napier wine region, including Hawke's Bay is known for its beautiful weather, outstanding architecture and producing world class wines, including Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. On Saturday mornings stop by the Napier Farmers market for delicious artisan foods and fresh produce. Or for more culinary delights try an orchard, farm, honey, cheese or chocolate tour.
Some great wineries to visit are:
- Church Road
- Crossroads
- Hettinga Estate
- Lime Rock
- Mission Estate
- Morton Estate
- Sacred Hill
- Te Mata Estate
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