About this tour
Spend an hour at McCaffrey's Estate, a small family-run Hunter Valley vineyard, sampling their handcrafted range whilst seated comfortably with a picnic box. The 11-acre property produces everything from sparkling to fortified wines, and the owners share stories of their winemaking journey over a relaxed tasting. Dogs welcome, prams accommodated.
Highlights
- Taste eight wine varieties from a boutique Hunter Valley producer
- Hear direct accounts from the family owners about vineyard life
- Paired picnic box with your tasting experience
- Intimate setting on a modest, working estate
- Dog-friendly vineyard with room to roam
- Seated tasting — no standing required
What to expect
You'll settle into a comfortable spot on the vineyard grounds with your picnic box at hand. The owners or their team will walk you through their portfolio—sparkling, semillon, verdelho, chardonnay, rosé, merlot-cabernet blends, cabernet franc, shiraz, and a fortified—explaining their approach to small-batch production. Conversation flows naturally; this isn't a formal lecture. The whole experience unfolds over about an hour. Bring your dog if you'd like; they're part of the McCaffrey's welcome.
Good to know
Book ahead to confirm availability. Not suitable if pregnant. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Prams are fine for younger children. It's a relaxed setting, so dress casually. Allow time to browse their cellar door if you want to purchase bottles.
Frequently asked
- How long does Wine Tasting and Picnic Box take?
- Wine Tasting and Picnic Box runs for approximately 1 hour.
- How much does Wine Tasting and Picnic Box cost?
- Prices start from AUD $47 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Wine Tasting and Picnic Box run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Wine Tasting and Picnic Box?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. AU & NZ Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original AU & NZ Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.