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Special After-Hours A Winemaker for the Day Experience 🍷
We’re opening up a rare 5pm session on Saturday 24 January.
This twilight class is perfect for those who prefer a relaxed afternoon start and a memorable evening in the Hunter Valley.
Places are limited – book your seat today
At McCaffrey’s Estate, wine is personal.
What began as a family dream has become a boutique vineyard where every grape is hand-picked, every bottle tells a story, and every visitor is welcomed as a friend.
We love sharing a seat at our cellar door, inviting children to explore the vineyard, and watching visitors relax into the rhythm of the vines. With cottages nestled among the rows, you can even wake to the view that inspires our wines.
This is not a large commercial winery – it’s our life, our home, and our invitation to experience the Hunter Valley in the way we believe it’s meant to be enjoyed: warmly, authentically, and together.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Danielle and Declan McCaffrey
We can also help you make the most of your Hunter Valley stay – from booking wine tours, bike hire or concert transfers, to sharing our favourite restaurants and local attractions. Whether it’s a family getaway or a special occasion, you’ll find plenty to explore.
Be sure to book your accommodation with us directly for the best rates, and reserve your wine tasting to secure your preferred time – although walk-ins are always welcome.
We’d love you to stay connected by signing up to our newsletter, or consider joining our Convivial Club for member pricing, exclusive events, and regular wine deliveries.
After many years adventuring through Europe’s wine regions, Declan and Danielle (along with their two girls, two dogs, ten chickens, and three sheep!) found their home among the vines of the Hunter Valley.
At McCaffrey’s Estate, they’ve created a place where family life, winemaking, and warm hospitality come together. Visitors are invited to share their story, sample boutique wines, and experience the relaxed charm of the Hunter Valley.
Posted on Rhona BVerified A gem of a winery We chanced upon this fabulous winery and were so pleased that we had chosen to stop here. The whole experience was fabulous - professional yet friendly, informative and engaging. The wines were absolutely delicious and cleverly paired with a range of tasty cheeses.Posted on Thierry OVerified Excellent Expreience very much Recommended to do Very much recommend that Wine Making Experience in the Hunter. Declan is a very goodand talented host... he knows his business...We were 3 of us and enjoyed every minute + you leave with a bottle of your own wine so if you don't like it, that is your fault and cannot blame anyone else because on that day you are the winemaker.Posted on Stuart KVerified One of the best wine tasting hosts in the Hunter Declan and the team at McCaffreys offer one of the best wine tasting/making experiences you will get.Declan is authentic and extremely welcoming to everyone.The wines are pretty darn good as well, which of course helps :)Posted on Aoife MVerified Beautiful wine, beautiful experience Fabulous experience and beautiful wine. Declan was a wonderful, knowledgeable host. Would definitely recommend a tasting here (and a bottle!).Posted on Richard QVerified Wine Blending Course - Spectacular Incredible hospitality from Declan (Bronze Medalist representing Australia at the World Wine Tasting Championships) and beautiful winePosted on Elisa VVerified Lovely place Beautiful place, warm and friendly service. Great cheese paired with spectacular wine and views. I Would definitely go back.Posted on Sheree EVerified Awesome Awesome experience. Super friendly, helpful. Lovely wines. Loved the antipesto box. Great way to start the day. .....Posted on Jean AVerified A must in Hunter Valley Fun, engaging and educational. Highly recommend! Learned about the process, tasting techniques, and how to balance notes. A good way to break up your wine experience in the valley!Posted on Kevin NVerified A great wine and cheese tasting experience! Declan was nice, very patiently took us through the different types and wines. It was a very relaxed session that the whole family enjoyed. Highly recommend.! Thanks, Kevin and family.Posted on jasphotographyVerified Fabulous, friendly and fun wine tasting experience! A must-visit cellar door! McCaffrey's Estate Winery have a Wine Club named "Convivial" and that is such an apt description of the reception and experience you will receive the moment you arrive at the cellar door. Danielle and Declan, who own the family business, are just delightful people. They have a wonderful knowledge of wine-making and many enchanting stories of how some of the wines are named. Wines!!! Well from vivacious Verdhelo to a superb Sharaz the range of wines is superb and all of them very special. We have just enjoyed a wine tasting with Declan at the helm and inevitably walked out with a box of wine. The cheese from Hunter Belle that accompanied the wine was perfectly matched too! We have been members, convivial naturally, for a year and we are really looking forward to the "Winemaker for a Day" experience. There are so many wineries in the Hunter Valley and now, as locals, we are trying to find our favourites. McCaffrey's is right at the top of our list and you should make sure that you make time for a visit. I promise that you will be delighted with the wine and the experience.

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