Hope Estate

Hope Estate

Hope Estate is home to Australia’s largest concert Amphitheatre. It is a working winery and brewery in the heart of Hunter Valley, well-known for the production of award-winning craft beer, estate-grown wine and spirits. Hope Estate hosts some of the biggest concerts in Hunter valley. Be a part of their fascinating events, dinners, festivals, parties and much more. Here you will find all the must-have experiences that Hope Estate has to offer. Read on and make the most of it.

Cellar door

Cellar doors are open all week, offering 45 minutes of craft beer, wine and spirit tasting. Craft beer tasting lets you try Hope Estate’s on-tap range beers. They offer two wine tasting experiences. One is Estate Tasting, and the other is Premium Tasting. Estate Wine Tasting includes six types of estate wines, whereas Premium Wine Tasting includes, eight types of wine from premium list and a cheese platter. In Spirit Tasting, you can choose from two-spirit paddles either gin paddle or vodka and moonshine paddle. They also offer two lunch packages.

Hope Estate has 22 beers and ciders on tap. Grab a beer paddle with any four on tap beer or cider of your choice or a full flight of 12 types of on tap range. The latter one comes with a cheese platter. Under the latest COVID guidelines, the maximum group size for any tasing is 30 people. The spots are limited so, make sure to book in advance.

Festivals and Events

Hope Estate hosts some of the coolest events of Hunter Valley so be sure to visit in time of festivals for more fun. Hunter Valley Gin and Jazz Festival is a great way to enjoy gin tasting, gin masterclasses, mesmerising music performances by Australian musicians, boutique local markets and so much more.

The big 80s party is coming to Hope Estate on May 8 2021. Get ready for the biggest sing-along of nostalgic 80’s anthems with THE BAD 80’S BAND. Dive into the world of cheese and chocolates at the Hunter Valley Cheese and Chocolate Festival coming on 3rd and 4th July 2021.

Another exciting festival to look forward to is Hunter Valley Beer and BBQ Festival. Join to enjoy a weekend of delicious BBQ and craft beer on 14 and 15 August 2021.

Wombat cottage

Hope Estate houses a cute little cottage that offers the most beautiful views of Hunter Valley. It makes up for an ideal accommodation for the countryside getaway. The Cottage can accommodate up to eight guests. Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, lounge area and barbeque facilities. If you are travelling with a group of friends, family or a couple, it is the best way to make the most of picturesque Hunter Valley.

Functions

Hope Estate is an excellent place to organise any of your private or professional events. The Great Cask Hall is the most popular and spectacular function spaces. They promise extravagant food, excellent wine and beer, and impeccable service. Next to it lies the elegant Harvest Restaurant perfect for a cocktail or dinner party. The Winery is one of a kind stylish venue that sits up to 1000 guests.

All range beers, Estate and signature wines, spirits and merchandise are available for purchase both online and at the Hope Estate Cellar Door.

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