The Hunter Valley is located just north of Sydney in New South Whales. Hunter Valley is known for its many wineries and is Australia’s major wine regions. It has a great history dating back to the early 1800s.
It is home to a lot of family-run and world-renowned wineries, mainly located near the Hunter River. Enjoy the view of its rolling landscape filled with vineyards. Embark on an adventure and enjoy the wine, food and warm hospitality of people.
What is the best time to visit Hunter Valley?
Answering which time to visit Hunter Valley is challenging since each season brings something unique to visitors. Each season summer, autumn, winter and spring, draws a new experience and adventure.
Summer
Summer in the Hunter Valley is from December to February and a great time for many holiday festivities, concerts and grape harvesting. It is a very vibrant time and perfect for a wine tasting of sparkling white wine.
Summer is a great time for picking grapes, although you have to prepare yourself for the heat and a little walking in the vineyards. Watch how the newly harvested grapes are de-stemmed and crushed to produce juice that will be fermented into tasty wine.
Autumn
Autumn in Hunter Valley is from March to May and is also one of its peak seasons for visitors. The temperature is excellent with minimal rain. It is also a favourite for photographers since the vineyards turn into brown, green, yellow, and orange hues.
Expect huge crowds, tickets, and the prices of accommodations can be a little higher. So it would be a great idea to book ahead to get the best deals.
Winter
Winter is between June to August, and visitors will witness the mist and fog blanketing the whole Hunter Valley. Visitors can enjoy the chilly weather that can fall to 5 degrees Celcius. So don’t forget to bring your jackets and winter essentials when you visit Hunter Valley during the Winter season.
So what better way of spending cold nights in Hunter Valley than to have a taste of their excellent wines. Winter is a low season for tourist, so expect fewer crowds.
Spring
Spring is from September to November and one of the best time to see the vineyards and gardens coming into life. It offers beautiful views and many activities for the guest.
Spring signals the start of the concert season with many local and international acts performing. It is also the season for the Octoberfest, market days, wine festivals, music festivals, balloon fiestas, and so much more.