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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. To find out more about the Hunter Valley visit www.winecountry.com.au
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.
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After many years adventuring through Europe’s wine regions, Declan and Danielle (along with their daughters, two dogs, numerous chickens, and four babydoll 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.
EXCELLENT Based on 331 reviews Posted on Google Adam22 August 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Declan runs an absolutely fantastic winemaking class. It was informative, hands-on and fun from start to finish. He broke down the whole process from crush to fermentation to bottling in a way that was easy to follow even if you are not a wine person. Loved how he explained each component of tasting and hoe to score it so you could actually understand what different techniques to use. Small group size meant lots of one-on-one attention, and he was happy to answer every random question thrown at him. Left with a bottle I made myself and a much better appreciation for what goes into a good glass of wine. Highly recommend and this is a must do if in the HunterPosted on Google Olivia Webeck22 August 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Declan was fantastic, the experience was equally knowledgeable and fun! Will definitely recommend to friends and family visiting the hunter!Posted on Google Dion Santamaria22 August 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic wine making blending experience at McAffreys estate in Hunter Valley. Declan a champion.Posted on Google Roberth Lewandowski19 August 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tudo incrível, a recepção foi muito boa, o Declan foi muito atencioso e amigável, estamos levando ótimos vinhos mas voltaremos com certeza!🍷♥️Posted on Google allan nolan17 August 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Four of us had a wine tasting here on Saturday 15 August 26, Declan was amazing and we were beyond happy with the selections presented, some of the best wines we have ever tasted, we had four more stops on our tour but can happily say nothing topped the quality of the wines and the amazing knowledge and stories that Declan gave to us, we will definitely be stopping in here again any time we are in Pokolbin!Posted on Google Louis Trancart14 August 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Expérience superbe de dégustation de vin réservé sur booking, présenté par tinny. Superbe moment, les vins sont tops.Posted on Google Marc Gorin1 August 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience . Will be backPosted on Google Melissa Moffett24 July 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience with Tinny, she was so welcoming and made our time at McCafferys a memorable one. We will definitely be back!

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