Celebrating 150 years of Audrey Wilkinson wines

by James Clarke Wine Lover

It started in the year 1866, when the Wilkinson family purchased the land. The first vineyard was planted in Pokolbin the same year. At the age of 15, Audrey assumed the role of running his family’s vineyard after his parents died. It’s said he was a natural with the sense of taste when it came to wine. As the technology evolved, Audrey assisted in developing ground breaking technology like cement fermenters and steam powered crushes and hopper. Then, there was no turning back, in 1903, Audrey won many awards for his hock, claret and fortified wines.

The legend died at the age of 85 in 1962 but his legacy still continues, “It’s all about the wine”. In 2004, the Agnew family acquired the legendary Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard in the Hunter Valley and is running it’s operations ever since.

Notable Achievements
The most awarded wine was the 2006 Museum Semillon which won 12 trophies and 20 gold awards.
2016 marks the 150th Anniversary of Audrey Wilkinson wines.
The Cellar Door at the Audrey WIlkinson wines has been regarded as one of the Top 10 Cellar Doors in the country and the only one in NSW by Gourmet Traveller Wine.
Rated 5 star by James Halliday. (A well renowned wine critic and author)

The 2006 Museum Semillon flaunts a yellow colour in the glass with the lemon, lanolin, and toast aromas. The palate is layered with fresh and savoury flavours. The finish is lengthy and persistence.

Hunter Valley
It is one of the oldest and best wine growing region in Australia and has played an imperative role in shaping the history of wine and.is a gamut of wineries. It houses more than 150 wineries and some famous and award winning wines like Semillon. It could be the your next destination for an upcoming holiday or could be a perfect getaway for the weekend. There is more to this region, you can savour some of the best food at gourmet restaurants, go to spa retreats and have an amazing time. The breathtaking aerial view of the Hunter Valley vineyards of Pokolbin, Lovedale, Rothbury and Broke with Balloon aloft.

There are many festivals and events happening throughout the year at the Hunter Valley. The three things to make your holiday or weekend worthwhile - Food, Wine and Music. You will find it all here. So do tempt your taste buds, soak in to the fresh air, enjoy the scenic beauty and have an lifelong wonderful experience.

Planning a tour?
If you are a wine lover and history buff then this place is for you. With 360 degree view, Audrey Wilkinson Vineyard houses three guest cottages, you can choose one as per your budget and the number of people. It’s a perfect place where you can wander around, breathe in the fresh air, enjoy the scenic beauty and taste some of the finest wines in the history. You can also have a brief look into the Wilkinson Family history and gain first-hand knowledge about some of the wine making tools and equipments.

While you plan or think about the tour, here are some of the must try wines - Shiraz, Semillon and Chardonnay.

An everlasting experience awaits you, you can book wine tasting starting from AUD $5 to behind the scenes tour of their working winery in the Hunter Valley. For those who adore the idea of a picnic and some outdoor fun, we say Audrey Wilkinson is the go to place for you.

Renowned and very much appreciated for its picturesque view, you will have an unforgettable experience and the staff is very friendly, they will take care of you. You would want to visit again.